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BlackStar's Patent Portfolio

Overview of Our Intellectual Property

At BlackStar, we're at the forefront of innovative financial technology, as evidenced by our active engagement in patenting key technological advancements. With one patent already nearing final approval and four more in the pipeline, our commitment to securing our intellectual property is a testament to our dedication to pioneering the blockchain-based financial solutions industry.

Our Progress with the USPTO

  • Patent Achievements: We received our Blockchain Equity Trading Patent from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on December 26th, 2023, marking a significant milestone for the company.
  • Engagement with Haynes and Boone, LLP: For all our patent-related matters, we collaborate with Haynes and Boone, LLP, a globally recognized law firm known for its expertise in intellectual property.

BlackStar’s Family of Blockchain Patents

    • Our patent portfolio is strategically designed to cover crucial aspects of our Digital Trading Platform:

      1. Digital Trading:

        • Status: Patent Approved (USPTO), U. S. Patent No. 11,854,080, Issue Date: December 26, 2023
        • Titles of Invention: "System And Method For Matching Orders And Immutable Blockchain Ledger For All Customer Trading Activity With Settlement Into The Broker Dealer EcoSystem."

      2. Corporate Governance:

        • Status: Patent Allowed, Will Be Issued On: April 23, 2024
        • Title of Invention: “System and Method for Preparing for a SEC Financial Statement Audit by Recording Corporate Governance Information on an Immutable Blockchain.

      3. Public Offering | Raising Capital:

        • Status: Patent Published
        • Title of Invention: “System and Method for Facilitating a Public Offering on an Immutable Blockchain Provided to Eligible Qualified Investors Based Upon Priority of Interest.”

      4. Trading Of Registered Equities:

        • Status: Patent Published
        • Titles of Invention: "Systems And Methods For The Trading Of Registered Equities On An Immutable Blockchain With Settlement Into The Broker Dealer Ecosystem."

      5. Regulated Trading Of Registered Equities:

        • Status: Patent Published
        • Titles of Invention: "Systems And Methods For The Regulated Trading Of Registered Equities With The Securities And Exchange Commission On An immutable Blockchain With Settlement Into The Broker Dealer Ecosystem."

      6. Digital Trading Platform:

        • Status: Patent Pending
        • Titles of Invention: "System And Method For Using A Digital Trading Platform To Trade Securities On A Blockchain."

      7. Audit By Recording Corporate Governance Information:

        • Status: Patent Pending
        • Titles of Invention: "Systems And Methods For Preparing For An Audit By Recording Corporate Governance Information On An Immutable Blockchain."

Note on Patent Applications

  • Revisions and Refilings: The titles and contents of our patents, especially for the Governance and Public Offering categories, are subject to ongoing revision and refiling, reflecting our adaptive approach in a dynamic tech landscape.
  • Expected Approvals: We anticipate the approval of our pending patents in early 2024, with our Digital Trading patent set for finalization by the end of 2023.

Looking Ahead

  • BlackStar is committed to continually expanding and securing our portfolio of blockchain technology patents. These patents not only protect our innovative solutions but also lay the groundwork for the future of blockchain in the financial sector.

    For more detailed information on each patent or our patenting process, please visit the USPTO website or contact us directly.