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JumpCrisscrossyesterday at 6:14 AM0 repliesview on HN

> the whole idea of IP law is that the true value of the underlying property can only be realized if the property owner has the power of the state to force others to negotiate for it

You're describing property in general. Not just IP.

> Apple was told "you can charge for your IP"

It's a bit misleading to use quotes in this case, given you aren't quoting the court.