The current system
First, they outlined the problem. If you imagine trying to sell a car or home without knowing the previous owner, how can you be sure of the title? This is more-or-less the state of IP today. If you send documents to most Intellectual Property offices, like a patent office, they will record whatever you send them. This happens whether or not you’re the true owner of the IP. Hence when you sell or license IP, it’s hard to do a reverse chain of title search, though it can provide some comfort.Article continues …
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