Google is trying to keep patents from troll

Google has launched an experimental program, trying to intercept patents of inventors, small companies that can be sold to non-producing patent holders (non-manufacturing patentee or non-manufacturing entity), patent dealers (patent marketer). The program provides the ability to sell patents to Google at the price set by the patent holder. Some inventors, inspired by such an idea, asked for their patents for $ 3 million. Within three weeks, the Internet giant received thousands of offers.

From the selected pool of patents, it was decided to buy 28%, which they consider the most appropriate.
And, interestingly, after the launch of the program, those wishing to lined up in a row. Representatives of the company believe that

If many companies do something like Google tendencies, there will be a real and genuine market for patents. And that's what industry desperately needs right now.

The cheapest patent cost Google $ 3,000, and the most expensive $ 250,000.
Interestingly, what will a corporation do with a purchased set of patents?