Bernstein in research & publications
From WIPO and the WTO to universities, law firms and IP publications: explore the reports, research papers and articles that discuss Bernstein.
Pioneering blockchain for intellectual property
Since its founding in 2016, Bernstein has been at the forefront of applying blockchain technology to intellectual property protection. As one of the first platforms to offer zero-knowledge blockchain certification for IP assets, Bernstein quickly attracted the attention of researchers, institutions, and international organizations studying the intersection of distributed ledger technology and intellectual property law.
Today, Bernstein is cited in publications from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the World Trade Organization (WTO), the Max Planck Institute, EPFL, the Economist Intelligence Unit, and leading universities across Europe. These references span topics from trade secret protection and patent reform to open science and data governance.
Below is a curated selection of institutional reports, academic research and industry publications that discuss Bernstein, its technology or its founders, including articles the founders wrote themselves.
20+ publications
Academic papers, white papers, and industry reports referencing Bernstein and its blockchain IP technology.
Leading institutions
WIPO, WTO, Max Planck Institute, EPFL, TU Munich, Baker McKenzie, Dennemeyer, and The Economist Intelligence Unit.
Global reach
Publications from researchers and institutions across Germany, Switzerland, France, the United States, and international bodies.
2017 to present
Continuous academic interest from Bernstein's earliest days through the latest research on blockchain and IP ecosystems.
WIPO, WTO & international bodies
Bernstein is referenced in official publications by the world's leading intellectual property and trade organizations.
| Publication | Organization | Year | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blockchain Technologies and IP Ecosystems: A WIPO White Paper | World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) | 2022 | Listed among relevant and established providers for blockchain IP registration |
| Can Blockchain Revolutionize International Trade? | World Trade Organization (WTO) | 2018 | Bernstein cited as Munich-based company using blockchain for innovation records |
University research & peer-reviewed journals
Academic researchers have studied Bernstein's architecture, use cases, and role in the blockchain IP ecosystem.
| Publication | Authors | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blockchain Tech as a Vehicle to Protect IP Rights of Jewellery Designers | Robert Trauner | IMC Fachhochschule Krems | 2022 |
| Patterns for Integrating Distributed Ledger Technologies in Business Applications | Christian Ziegler | Technische Universität München (TUM) | 2021 |
| A Review on Blockchain Technology and Blockchain Projects Fostering Open Science | Leible, Schlager, Schubotz, Gipp | Frontiers in Blockchain (peer-reviewed) | 2019 |
| Decentralising the Patent System | Gaétan de Rassenfosse, Kyle Higham | Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) | 2019 |
| Blockchains and Data Protection in the European Union | Michèle Finck | Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition | 2018 |
| Blockchain and Trade Secrets: A Match Made in Heaven | Birgit Clark | King's College London | 2018 |
| Blockchain Technology and IP: Investigating Benefits and Acceptance in Governments and Legislations | Jean-Maxime Rivière (former Bernstein cofounder) | TUM School of Management | 2018 |
Industry reports & legal publications
Leading law firms, consultancies, and IP service providers have cited Bernstein in their analysis of blockchain and IP.
| Publication | Publisher | Year | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP is a Journey: Blockchain and Encrypted Storage Are Your Best Friends | WIPO Magazine | 2021 | By Marco Barulli, Founder and Managing Director, Bernstein.io |
| Open Secrets? Guarding Value in the Intangible Economy | The Economist Intelligence Unit / CMS | 2021 | Bernstein cited for blockchain-based trade secret protection |
| The Future of IP | Dennemeyer Group | 2020 | Bernstein founder Marco Barulli as expert panelist alongside Siemens, Infineon, RWE |
| Bernstein: Blockchain and the Future of Intellectual Property | Ius in itinere | 2019 | Interview of Marco Barulli by Marianna Riedo |
| How Blockchain Can Protect Trade Secrets | IP Magazine | 2018 | Bernstein cited among solutions for trade secret protection via blockchain |
| How Blockchain Will Change Intellectual Property: Trade Marks and Brands | Managing Intellectual Property | 2018 | Industry analysis of blockchain implications for IP |
| Blockchain and IP: Crystal Ball-Gazing or Real Opportunity? | Baker McKenzie | 2018 | Bernstein cited among pioneer platforms for blockchain IP |
| An IP Perspective on Blockchain: Beyond the Realm of Cryptocurrencies | Patsnap | 2017 | Bernstein cited for blockchain notarization services with P&TS |
...and many more. Bernstein continues to be referenced in new academic research, conference proceedings, and industry publications each year.
Notable mentions
Blog posts and articles that reference Bernstein and its blockchain IP technology.
| Publication | Authors | Publisher | Year | Context |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storing IP on the Blockchain | Craig Wright | Medium | 2019 | Bernstein cited as blockchain-based IP management platform for the full innovation lifecycle |
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