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Re:Disney claims anyone using a Twitter hashtag is agreeing ... by philpem on Tuesday April 28, 2020 @05:38AM (#23005271)
But then, if you're patent trolling - does it even need to hold up in court?

IF cost_of_settlement < cost_of_court_action THEN pay_up(); /* ? */

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Re:Disney claims anyone using a Twitter hashtag is agreeing ... by thayne on Tuesday April 28, 2020 @11:46AM (#23008144)
Yep. Until you threaten someone willing to stand up to it, even if it is expensive.
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