Breeze Technology, Inc. 7. Risk Reduction Strategies Breeze is aware of the of risks that may threaten the viability of its operation. The following summarizes the main risk reduction strategies implemented: • Intellectual property protection via patents, copyrights and design registration (Appendix VII); • Patent insurance and a patent defense fund developed income; • Injunction readiness, with patent attorneys ready at a moment's notice; • License structured to encourage rapid diffusion of the technology; • Dividend policy to discourage exit of major shareholders; • Continuing discussions with several inventors to develop a diverse portfolio of technological innovations.