Abstract: A method and apparatus for cryptographically linking separated authentication and authorization processes to support data transaction signing when group or corporate authority structures are required. The apparatus provides a secure, scalable model to represent authority in an entity context while conducting distributed ledger technology transactions. The method supports a range of cryptographic methods for separating the linked authentication and authorization processes including split key encryption, multi-party computation, multi-signature authorization, and execution of decentralized smart contract authorization logic. The method supports multiple models for authorization including organizational structures, consensus models including voting, and workflow processes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cryptographically linking separated authentication and authorization processes to support data transaction signing when group or corporate authority structures are required. The apparatus provides a secure, scalable model to represent authority in an entity context while conducting distributed ledger technology transactions. The method supports a range of cryptographic methods for separating the linked authentication and authorization processes including split key encryption, multi-party computation, multi-signature authorization, and execution of decentralized smart contract authorization logic. The method supports multiple models for authorization including organizational structures, consensus models including voting, and workflow processes.

Abstract: One of the drawbacks of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) is the conflation of authorization and authentication of transactions on a distributed ledger. The present invention includes a highly adaptable method and system for separating, but cryptographically linking, the authentication and authorization process of signing a transaction of a distributed ledger. The present invention facilitates group authority, common in corporate structures, for proposed transactions, voting models, and even workflow decision making. The present invention supports implementation of a variety of known authorization models into a decentralized network.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for secured, peer-to-peer transfer of data rights over a computer network, the method being accomplished by a decentralized computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. A data owner authorizes the minting and distribution of an on-chain authorization token using the distributed ledger. The authorization token includes primary and secondary encryption levels to ensure secure data transfer. The authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys transferred between the data owner, an administrator, a recipient, and/or a delegate.

Abstract: A system and method for secured, multi-lateral, assured data transfer over a computer network for the assured exchange of data between counterparties related to qualifying transactions, the method being accomplished by a distributed computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. On-chain authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer-readable medium, and computer-implemented method to facilitate scalable compliance and issuer governance of decentralized financial transactions especially for the trade and transfer of tokenized securities. The resulting Compliance Aware Tokens contain the rulesets to restrict transactions and facilitate regulatory reporting and oversight. The embodied process, includes of a novel combination of compliance workflows, attribute verification tools, smart contracts and other ledger controls, provides a decentralized Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) capability. ABAC patterns are extended to govern global financial transactions without the need for an active intermediary.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for secured, peer-to-peer transfer of data rights over a computer network, the method being accomplished by a distributed computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. On-chain authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for secured, multi-lateral, assured data transfer over a computer network for the assured exchange of data between counterparties related to qualifying transactions, the method being accomplished by a distributed computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. On-chain authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer-readable medium, and computer-implemented method to facilitate scalable compliance and issuer governance of decentralized financial transactions especially for the trade and transfer of tokenized securities. The resulting Compliance Aware Tokens contain the rulesets to restrict transactions and facilitate regulatory reporting and oversight. The embodied process, includes of a novel combination of compliance workflows, attribute verification tools, smart contracts and other ledger controls, provides a decentralized Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) capability. ABAC patterns are extended to govern global financial transactions without the need for an active intermediary.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cryptographically linking separated authentication and authorization processes to support data transaction signing when group or corporate authority structures are required. The apparatus provides a secure, scalable model to represent authority in an entity context while conducting distributed ledger technology transactions. The method supports a range of cryptographic methods for separating the linked authentication and authorization processes including split key encryption, multi-party computation, multi-signature authorization, and execution of decentralized smart contract authorization logic. The method supports multiple models for authorization including organizational structures, consensus models including voting, and workflow processes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for secured, peer-to-peer transfer of data rights over a computer network, the method being accomplished by a distributed computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. On-chain authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for secured, multi-lateral, assured data transfer over a computer network for the assured exchange of data between counterparties related to qualifying transactions, the method being accomplished by a distributed computing system including a distributed ledger platform and an off-chain data host platform. On-chain authorization tokens are used to track data access rights, enforce access policies, and control distribution of encryption keys.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer-readable medium, and computer-implemented method to facilitate scalable compliance and issuer governance of decentralized financial transactions especially for the trade and transfer of tokenized securities. The resulting Compliance Aware Tokens contain the rulesets to restrict transactions and facilitate regulatory reporting and oversight. The embodied process, includes of a novel combination of compliance workflows, attribute verification tools, smart contracts and other ledger controls, provides a decentralized Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) capability. ABAC patterns are extended to govern global financial transactions without the need for an active intermediary.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer-readable medium, and computer-implemented method for configuring computing systems to facilitate decentralized asset management for individual assets and composite assets such as funds. Implementations include smart contract interfaces to link fungible tokens to non-fungible asset tokens to decouple securities transaction logic and corporate functions from asset management to facilitate code reuse. Additionally, the embodied process uses token nesting to enable homogeneous or heterogeneous assets to be combined into a fund structure, and further for funds to be composed into fund of fund models. The flexible structure enables automation of fund management and is designed to facilitate broad investor access to innovative asset management strategies that leverage the disclosed structure.

Abstract: An apparatus, computer-readable medium, and computer-implemented method to facilitate scalable compliance and issuer governance of decentralized financial transactions especially for the trade and transfer of tokenized securities. The resulting Compliance Aware Tokens contain the rulesets to restrict transactions and facilitate regulatory reporting and oversight. The embodied process, includes of a novel combination of compliance workflows, attribute verification tools, smart contracts and other ledger controls, provides a decentralized Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) capability. ABAC patterns are extended to govern global financial transactions without the need for an active intermediary.