Artists sell tokens, not always copyrights. Smart contracts do not replace contracts. Platforms set terms that control rights. Royalties depend on marketplace design. Jurisdictional issues complicate enforcement worldwide.
Minting and ownership
Minting creates a tokenized proof of origin. The image or file stays off-chain often. Buyers receive the token and marketplace rights. Copyright stays with the creator unless assigned. Read terms before minting or listing anywhere.
Licensing structures
Define commercial and noncommercial permissions clearly. Limit print runs and merchandise rights expressly. Address derivatives, remixes, and AI training. Set display, exhibition, and streaming permissions. Include revocation triggers for policy violations.
Royalties and resale
On-chain royalties are not guaranteed. Marketplace policies govern most royalty flows. Use contracts to secure payment obligations. Consider escrow and split payment solutions. Audit transactions and track wallet addresses consistently.
Infringement and takedowns
Use platform notices and blockchain evidence. Preserve mint timestamps and metadata records. Track copies across mirrors and IPFS. Send DMCA notices to hosts and gateways. File urgency actions when scams spread quickly.
Collaborations and splits
Document roles, ownership, and payment splits. Clarify authorship and moral rights treatment. Define wallet control and transaction approvals. Set rules for burns, airdrops, and forks. Establish dispute paths and governing law early.
Collectibles and brands
Protect trademarks before large releases. License brand use with strict quality controls. Guard against counterfeit drops and phishing. Monitor secondary markets for dilution risks. Enforce swiftly to preserve market confidence.
Securities and compliance
Assess utility versus investment marketing carefully. Avoid profit promises and speculative language. Review airdrops and staking for risk. Comply with KYC and sanctions screening. Structure sales to meet consumer protection laws.
Tax and reporting
Token sales can trigger income taxes. Royalties and resales may be taxable. Track basis, gas fees, and conversions. Coordinate cross-border VAT and GST issues. Maintain detailed records for audit defense.
Privacy and data
Wallets can still reveal identities. Respect residency and data transfer rules. Limit personal data collected at mint. Provide deletion and access mechanisms. Secure wallets and keys with layered controls.
Long-term preservation
Pin assets redundantly and verify hashes. Use archival storage beyond public gateways. Provide replacement rights for broken links. Plan for platform closures or mergers. Include continuity terms in sales agreements.
Our approach
We translate tech into enforceable terms. We build contracts aligned with market realities. We protect rights across chains and platforms. We move fast when fraud risks escalate. We keep deals simple, clear, and defensible.