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Is a Blockchain Patent Still Possible?

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

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Veteran Blockchain Lawyers Santori and Murck Join New Law Firm

Veteran blockchain and digital currency lawyers Marco Santori and Patrick Murck have officially joined Cooley LLP.

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BitLicense Critic Wages One-Man War

One bitcoin entrepreneur isn't going down without a fight, following the promulgation of the BitLicense regulation and his company's subsequent failure.

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Appcoin Law: ICOs the Right Way

Marco Santori provides a basic primer on the state of US law as it applies to appcoins and ICOs.

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50 Attorneys Form Blockchain Legal Defense Coalition

A group of 50 leading blockchain legal experts has launched the Digital Currency and Ledger Defense Coalition.

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Florida Senator Drafting Bill That Could Recognize Bitcoin as Money

A Florida state senator is drafting legislation that could see bitcoin recognized as a form of money in the US state.

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Code is Law? Not Quite Yet

Should code be law? In this opinion piece, Lukas Abegg argues there are many scientific hurdles to cross before this is likely to be possible.

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Judge Grants Cryptsy Lawsuit Class Action Status

A Florida judge has certified a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of customers of the now-defunct digital currency exchange Cryptsy.

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The Bitcoin Patent – Only A Matter Of Time?

In this OpEd, two patent attorneys discuss whether bitcoin could be patented, and whether a bitcoin patent would be enforceable if it was granted.

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Florida Files Appeal After Charges Against Bitcoin Seller Dismissed

The state of Florida has appealed a recent court decision that saw a judge rule bitcoin isn't money.

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