COPYRIGHT UNCHAINED: HOW BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY CAN CHANGE THE ADMINISTRATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF COPYRIGHT PROTECTED WORKS

Authors

Sebastian Pech, Institut fuer Urheber- und Medienrecht, Institute for Copyright and Media Law

Abstract

Blockchain technology is mainly discussed in connection with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. However, blockchain is a multipurpose technology with many other potential applications. This article analyzes how blockchain technology can be used in relation to copyright, especially the administration and distribution of copyright protected works. It also examines the questions and challenges that may arise from such use.

Recommended Citation

Sebastian Pech, COPYRIGHT UNCHAINED: HOW BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY CAN CHANGE THE ADMINISTRATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF COPYRIGHT PROTECTED WORKS, 18 Nw. J. Tech. & Intell. Prop. 1 (2020).
https://scholarlycommons.law.northwestern.edu/njtip/vol18/iss1/1