Problem
Six months ago, Acme, Inc. received a patent on a drug that will cure cancer. Acme's president has publicly stated he has no plans to market the drug. Beta, Inc. copies the drug and releases it on the market. Beta makes no profit on the sale of this drug and only charges enough to cover its costs in manufacturing. Identify the ethical dilemma faced by Acme, and the dilemma faced by Beta. Use two ethical frameworks to discuss the recommended course of action by both companies.