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Systems and methods for using a distributed ledger for data handling

US10789597B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 21, 2017
Grant dateSep 29, 2020
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L67/1097
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In some embodiments, a method may include establishing a set of distributed ledgers. Each distributed ledger (or blockchain) may include a unique root key that is specific to the client. A series of rules for data handling and/or manipulation may be produced, and the data is handled according to such rules. An entry may be added to the ledger for each transaction, and the ledger is distributed to those end point associated with the client. In the event of an invalid (or unauthorized) transaction, a “side branch” (or “fault branch”) may be added to the ledger, thus easily identifying the transaction as being invalid to the client.

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