Unit 3: Facebook & Barriers to entry

Stranger things have happened but Facebook is close to being awarded a trademark for use of the word “Face” by the U.S Patent and Trademark Office…


(Although its not clear how this will impact Apple with their “FaceTime” application).

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Q) What would be the implications of this patent for other businesses?

Q) What are the advantages to Facebook of getting this patent?