In their first Patent Busting Contest, the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is “seeking nominations for ten patents that deserve to be revoked because they are invalid.”
In order to qualify for our ten most-wanted list, a patent must be software or Internet-related and there must be a good reason to suspect that the patent claims are invalid. We’re especially interested in patents that target tools of free expression, such as streaming media, blogging tools, and voice over IP (VoIP) technology. Most importantly, the patent-holder must be aggressively enforcing its patent and suing (or threatening to sue) alleged infringers. We’re particularly interested in cases where the patent-holder is trying to force small businesses, individuals, nonprofits, and consumers to pay licensing fees. Deadline to enter is June 23.
The 10 best (worst) patents will be selected for reexamination proceedings
Links:
EFF Press Release
Inter partes reexamination rules