By: Jon Avidor A key issue in today’s automotive industry is that many processes and data storage are manual and paper-based, leading to inaccuracies, disputes, and high transaction costs. Out of 1,314 automotive executives surveyed across 10 countries, 62% of these executives reported that blockchain would be a “disruptive force” in the automotive industry within […]
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By: Steve Masur SEC Chairman Jay Clayton recently confirmed in a letter that Ethereum and similar cryptocurrencies are not securities. This letter was in response to Representative Ted Budd’s letter asking the SEC to clarify the criteria used in determining whether a digital token offered or sold is an investment contract and thus is an […]
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By: Steve Masur Wyoming, generally known for its great skiing and cowboy culture, is also quickly becoming an oasis for blockchain technology-based companies. The Wyoming legislature recently passed three blockchain-friendly laws—totaling 13 in the past two legislative sessions—that allow corporations structured under the Wyoming Business Corporations Act (“WBCA”) to facilitate transactions involving digital assets. By […]
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By: Jon Avidor and Rachel Behar Facebook is reportedly working on making a digital coin called FaceCoin for users of Whatsapp, a messaging application owned by Facebook. Its value would be derived from that of several different fiat currencies, not only the U.S. dollar. FaceCoin would allow Whatsapp users to send and receive money, otherwise […]
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By: Lauren Mack and Sasha Safavi Roland, an electronic musical instrument manufacturer, recently registered with the German Patent and Trademark Office the design used in two of their signature products – the TB-303 synthesizer and TR-808 drum machine. Commonly referred to as an “808”, the Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer was one of the first drum […]
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On Wednesday, Feb 20 at 7pm ET, NY Legal Hackers are partnering with OpenLaw for an informational workshop on how to build legal agreements using blockchain technology. This workshop is free to attend but RSVP is required. Instructors will demonstrate how to create an agreement on the OpenLaw platform and answer your questions, including: – […]
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Can Blockchain be the Driving Force for Autonomous Vehicles?
By: Jon Avidor A key issue in today’s automotive industry is that many processes and data storage are manual and paper-based, leading to inaccuracies, disputes, and high transaction costs. Out of 1,314 automotive executives surveyed across 10 countries, 62% of these executives reported that blockchain would be a “disruptive force” in the automotive industry within […]
Is Ethereum a Security?
By: Steve Masur SEC Chairman Jay Clayton recently confirmed in a letter that Ethereum and similar cryptocurrencies are not securities. This letter was in response to Representative Ted Budd’s letter asking the SEC to clarify the criteria used in determining whether a digital token offered or sold is an investment contract and thus is an […]
Wyoming’s New Frontier for Blockchain and Digital Assets
By: Steve Masur Wyoming, generally known for its great skiing and cowboy culture, is also quickly becoming an oasis for blockchain technology-based companies. The Wyoming legislature recently passed three blockchain-friendly laws—totaling 13 in the past two legislative sessions—that allow corporations structured under the Wyoming Business Corporations Act (“WBCA”) to facilitate transactions involving digital assets. By […]
FaceCoin: Facebook to Launch a Private Stablecoin for Whatsapp Users
By: Jon Avidor and Rachel Behar Facebook is reportedly working on making a digital coin called FaceCoin for users of Whatsapp, a messaging application owned by Facebook. Its value would be derived from that of several different fiat currencies, not only the U.S. dollar. FaceCoin would allow Whatsapp users to send and receive money, otherwise […]
Can Roland Claim Trade Dress Protection for its TB-303 and TR-808 Designs?
By: Lauren Mack and Sasha Safavi Roland, an electronic musical instrument manufacturer, recently registered with the German Patent and Trademark Office the design used in two of their signature products – the TB-303 synthesizer and TR-808 drum machine. Commonly referred to as an “808”, the Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer was one of the first drum […]
Smart Contracts 101 Workshop on Wednesday, Feb 20 Presented by Legal Hackers
On Wednesday, Feb 20 at 7pm ET, NY Legal Hackers are partnering with OpenLaw for an informational workshop on how to build legal agreements using blockchain technology. This workshop is free to attend but RSVP is required. Instructors will demonstrate how to create an agreement on the OpenLaw platform and answer your questions, including: – […]