Patents

CME Explores Cryptocurrency Derivatives Contracts in Patent Filing

Derivatives giant CME has developed a system for delivering digital currencies tied to futures contracts, patent documents reveal.

By Stan HigginsMay 5, 2017

A new patent application from Oracle suggests the database software giant is looking to blockchain for improved workflows.

By Stan HigginsMay 2, 2017

Digital currency payments in vehicles may not be far off, if the ideas in a new patent application from telecom giant AT&T enter real-world use.

By Stan HigginsApr 24, 2017

Money transfer giant Western Union is seeking a patent for a transaction analysis system that could be applied to digital currencies like bitcoin.

By Stan HigginsMar 21, 2017

The Chamber of Digital Commerce has formed a new council to help the blockchain industry better protect its intellectual property.

The man who controversially claimed to be bitcoin's inventor has featured in a report claiming he is making a "land grab" for bitcoin patents.

By Stan HigginsMar 2, 2017

One of the UK's largest telecoms, BT, is seeking a patent for a security system aimed at preventing malicious attacks on blockchains.

By Stan HigginsFeb 3, 2017

Bitcoin and ether exchange startup Coinbase is seeking a patent for a security system for bitcoin private keys.

By Stan HigginsDec 2, 2016

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has published four applications filed by MasterCard related to its work with blockchain tech.

By Stan HigginsNov 29, 2016

How easy would it be to patent a blockchain invention in the face of complex and arcane legal processes?

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