In the early 2000s, two young inventors developed a groundbreaking idea: a universal tagging system that could make the internet accessible in any language. Their innovation had the potential to revolutionize digital communication and bridge linguistic divides across the globe.
They trusted their mentor—referred to as “Zagzag”—to guide them through the process of patenting and implementing this idea. Zagzag appeared supportive and knowledgeable, but he had a hidden agenda. Under the guise of mentorship, he persuaded the inventors to form a company and even signed a secrecy agreement to gain their trust.
The Betrayal
Behind their backs, Zagzag manipulated the patent filing process. He redirected their application to a foreign jurisdiction, effectively removing their ownership without their knowledge. Meanwhile, he built a company—”DTN LTD”—based on their innovation, all while keeping his involvement hidden through puppet managers and shell entities.
Zagzag also exploited his connections, presenting the idea to major players in the tech world, including a key individual at Microsoft (“M”). While the inventors were told their idea was rejected, M was actively involved in discussions about implementing it. DTN LTD began profiting from the inventors’ innovation, selling domain names and leveraging the technology for commercial success.
The Discovery
Years later, the inventors started piecing together the truth. They uncovered:
- Evidence of Zagzag’s involvement in redirecting their patent.
- The establishment of DTN LTD using their innovation.
- The immense profits generated by DTN LTD, which the inventors had no part in.
Despite losing ownership of their idea, the inventors decided not to give up. They resolved to reclaim their narrative and shine a light on the truth.