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Analysing the Intersection of Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies and Intellectual Property Rights

IP and Legal Filings

Most prominently, through its 2020 report, IBM stated that several patents granted to them in 2017 also comprised of blockchain patents. Trademarking of cryptocurrencies is yet another aspect that links IP to the crypto market. Like any other trademark , the cryptocurrency mark must be distinctive.