Another example of this I think is Netflix and Blockbuster. I wonder, does anyone know if Netflix has tried patents for it's innovation (the original DVD-in-the-mail business)? I don't think they have...and to make Mike's point, Blockbuster tried almost the same exact business model - but too late, and of course they failed.
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Netflix and Blockbuste
Another example of this I think is Netflix and Blockbuster. I wonder, does anyone know if Netflix has tried patents for it's innovation (the original DVD-in-the-mail business)? I don't think they have...and to make Mike's point, Blockbuster tried almost the same exact business model - but too late, and of course they failed.