I think the most meaningful "asset" for a newco is "customers willing to pay for a product or service". For most Internet startups, the tech isn't that novel o

I think the most meaningful "asset" for a newco is "customers willing to pay for a product or service". For most Internet startups, the tech isn't that novel or patentable. I do not think you need an open exchange to give returns to your investors: "Think Simple".