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Blockchain Capital Isn't Flattered by Imitation, Sues Similarly Named Firm
Blockchain Capital alleges the similarly named Blockchain Capital Management is infringing on its trademark.
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Someone Is Trying to Trademark 'Samsung Coin.' It's Not Samsung
Someone in South Korea appears to be trying to take advantage of Samsung's blockchain efforts by nabbing the "Samsung Coin" trademark.
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Coinbase Has Dropped Its Bid to Trademark 'BUIDL'
Coinbase has withdrawn its trademark application for "BUIDL," a popular term used by some segments of the cryptocurrency community.
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Coinbase Wants to Own 'BUIDL' Trademark, Filing Reveals
A filing with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office reveals that crypto exchange Coinbase wants to own the term "BUIDL."
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Rappers, Ravens and Lord of the Rings: The Race for 'Dope' Coin Names Is On
A 'Lord of the Rings' reference in several crypto projects illustrates a coming land grab on the finite amount of "cool" names.
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Ripple Sues Social App for $2 Million Over Trademark Infringement
Ripple has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Kefi Labs, the makers of a social photo-sharing app called Ripple.
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Mt. Gox to Sell Bitcoin Trademark, But Could a Buyer Enforce It?
Tibanne, the owner of Mt. Gox, is looking to sell its bitcoin trademark despite questions about the trademark's validity.
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Kanye West's Legal Team Take Down Spoof 'Coinye' Altcoin
The creators of the script-based cryptocurrency Coinye, formerly Coinye West, have officially folded launch plans.
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