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Tokenization of intellectual property for IP rights management

The IPKat

Consider the recent WIPO webinar , "Blockchain Whitepaper for IP Ecosystems", at which the view was expressed that the future of IP management rights could include a solution that utilizes tokens, and, in particular, non-fungible tokens. A token could be already issued when you apply for an industrial IP (e.g.,

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Fatal Mistakes Made By The ‘Bored Ape Yacht Club’ & ‘Crypto Punks’ NFT Projects

Traverse Legal Blog

Today, we’re going to talk about non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Buoyed Ape Yacht Club did an excellent job registering trademarks for their NFT project but is plagued by trademark infringers launching variations of their project on Open Sea and other platforms. My name is NFT lawyer Enrico Schaefer.

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Protection of Nonfungible Tokens in Indonesia

IP and Legal Filings

Non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) continue to be popular. NFT creation, investment, sale, and ownership interest exists in Indonesia and elsewhere in the world. Introduction. A digital asset that is held on a blockchain, such as music, art, in-game items, or films, is referred to as an NFT.

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Protection of Intellectual Property (IP) in the Metaverse

Kashishipr

With the Metaverse and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) being the common buzzwords as of late, the USPTO (US Patent & Trademark Office) has been experiencing a significant rise in the number of Trademark Applications filed in the virtual sphere to safeguard the products and services. Market Reach & Presence.

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Principal Cynthia Walden and Associate Sarah Kelleher Author World Intellectual Property Review Article “Selling the Intangible in Fashion: What Does It Mean for Trademark Protection?”

Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

Principal Cynthia Walden and Associate Sarah Kelleher discuss the non-fungible token (NFT) trend across the fashion industry and what this digital arena means for trademark protection and enforcement. Selling the Intangible in Fashion: What Does it Mean for Trademark Protection? PDF copy available.

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Valentine’s Day: Trademark Filings & Tips to Protect Your IP

Corsearch

Given the huge commercial opportunity, it is clear to see why there is great demand in trademarks for goods and services linked to the holiday name and others throughout the year. Can you trademark a holiday name? A trademark is not just a means of securing and protecting a brand name, it is also a valuable business asset.

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Intellectual Property Rights for Social Media Influencers

IIPRD

However, in order to have legal proof of ownership, it is always advisable to register for copyright registration. Trademarks. If the Artist had registered his work as Copyright, he would have had legal proof of ownership in this situation. Obtain legal ownership verification. Make intangible assets.