My understanding is that the cost of Extended Security Updates (ESU) goes up every year.

I run my own email server using mailcow-dockerized. Ironically, the problem is not enough volume.

I don’t think they’re suggesting taking it away from the rightful owner.

I once realized so many of my favourite businesses were cooperatives. I started thinking of what other co-ops I could start and grow. The excitement faded once I realized it would have to not be about the money.

They share a brand for mutual benefit. As far as I’m concerned, they can take the Electrolux and pyrex route and share the mutual pain of the other side being overly capitalist.

Haier & GE in the US can rebrand if they don’t like the attention.

I’m trying to remember which company it was that sued their foreign trademark licensee because the partner chose to use inferior parts. The argument they used was that the partner damaged the global brand. It might not be relevant if the licensor is the one that’s messing up here.