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I think the grandparent post pretty clearly demonstrated a pretty good definition: > Global is asserting questionable IP rights aggressively and counting on th
by x1798DE 11y ago
I think the grandparent post pretty clearly demonstrated a pretty good definition:
> Global is asserting questionable IP rights aggressively and counting on the high cost of defensive litigation to win, so we consider it a troll
If they are deliberately using shady claims (e.g. clearly overly broad interpretations of their patent) and counting on the high cost of litigation to get their desired outcome, I don't see what it matters whether they are a practicing or non practicing entity.
- monochromatic 11y agoEvery patent claim is questionable. Validity and enforceability are at issue in essentially every single patent case.
- aidenn0 11y agoTo me a patent troll has always been the patent equivalent of a SLAPP. Where you file not based on an expectation of winning, but that it will be less expensive for the defendant to settle than to fight the suit and win.