I think you should direct that question to the CEO. He has been very forth coming with the board. Who knows what enity or name the patent is held in? It could have been invented and patented by someone else and LCRE has bought the patent rights and may exercise that right to purchase the patent at anytime. These companies keep the cards close to their chest. Also I thought this was the dip.... we are down over 50% LOL. Good Luck Trading!