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A patent?... Let's not get started here. Just do it.

How is it a proof of concept website if no one can sign up for it yet?

Proof of concept can also mean a demonstration that the technology is effective, not just "I got a bunch of users and I think I might be able to monetize them." If he's patenting a method of distribution, I'd assume the former is more useful than the latter.

fine - I'll bite. There's an email address in my profile.. I'll check it out (and report back to HN/This thread if you like..)

To Update: Pontifier has sent me through the link / login details.. I'll agree completely that the design needs a lot of work -- but I'll refrain from commenting on how it works / business models / etc until I've played with it a bit more.