A set of people have put together a really wonderful set of interviews and footage about the patent system and its effects on the software industry in the US. Most of the story centers around The Bilski case, recently heard by the Supreme Court which could have broad effects on patents in software. The video, embedded below, is worth watching.
If you want to learn more about these topics I’d also suggest that you read Stephen O’Grady’s post on Why I am against software patents and Brad Burnham’s take from a VC perspective: Software patents are the problem not the answer. They are also worth your time.
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