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16 August 2018PatentsChris Smith

Blockchain IP risks and how to manage them

To say that cryptocurrencies and the blockchain technology have attracted a lot of attention in the past decade would be an understatement. Described by some as a “disruptive technology”, it is predicted to revolutionise banks and other financial institutions, but also to have a wide range of other applications. This has led to huge investments in research and development, with banks and big tech companies rushing into the field and a flush of new blockchain-focused startups. It is worth therefore giving some thought to the IP risks facing such companies and what steps they can take to manage them.

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