Abstract: Universal blockchain and other management platforms and methods of use are provided herein. A blockchain subscription pay manager app is configured determine which users are associated with which merchants and which subscription plans by way of a blockchain subscription plan invoicing and payment processing capability which enables collection of user and merchant information, subscription plan set up and payment information and gives the user and merchant a “look and feel” of a universal centralized payment system despite interactions with the subscription smart contracts/wallets over the blockchain decentralized network.

Abstract: Universal blockchain and other management platforms and methods of use are provided herein. A blockchain subscription pay manager app is configured determine which users are associated with which merchants and which subscription plans by way of a blockchain subscription plan invoicing and payment processing capability which enables collection of user and merchant information, subscription plan set up and payment information and gives the user and merchant a “look and feel” of a universal centralized payment system despite interactions with the subscription smart contracts/wallets over the blockchain decentralized network.

Abstract: Universal blockchain and other management platforms and methods of use are provided herein. A blockchain subscription pay manager app is configured determine which users are associated with which merchants and which subscription plans by way of a blockchain subscription plan invoicing and payment processing capability which enables collection of user and merchant information, subscription plan set up and payment information and gives the user and merchant a “look and feel” of a universal centralized payment system despite interactions with the subscription smart contracts/wallets over the blockchain decentralized network.

Abstract: Universal blockchain and other management platforms and methods of use are provided herein. An example method includes a registrar configured to register each of a plurality of second peers and generate a secret application programming interface (API) key for each registered second peer, the secret API key being unique for each of the registered second peers and linked to a first peer; a data vault configured to store the secret API keys for the registered second peers and data in a blockchain; and a communications interface configured to: receive a request for access to the data in the blockchain in the data vault; and admit or deny the request based on the secret API key received.

Abstract: A disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer includes a base layer and a barrier layer adjacent thereto, the disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer having at least at least one portion thereof treated with a detergent and/or a disinfectant, the at least one treated portion is generally centrally arranged and is surrounded by a non-treated portion, the treated and non-treated portions are delimited by a perforation, the treated portion being detachable from the disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer, thereby creating a central opening in the untreated portion.

Abstract: A disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer includes a base layer and a barrier layer adjacent thereto, the disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer having at least at least one portion thereof treated with a detergent and/or a disinfectant, the at least one treated portion is generally centrally arranged and is surrounded by a non-treated portion, the treated and non-treated portions are delimited by a perforation, the treated portion being detachable from the disposable toilet seat cover/sanitizer, thereby creating a central opening in the untreated portion.

Abstract: Methods and Apparatus are provided that allow consumers to select from a hierarchical display of contractor service contractors using a variety of selection criteria. Methods and Apparatus are provided in which a graphical user interface comprising a plurality of selectable contractor service categories is displayed. A selection of at least one of the plurality of selectable contractor service categories is received as is a service location and a contractor service job type. Iterating through a hierarchical list of contractor service individuals is achieved by: transmitting, in an iterative manner, a work order that comprises the service location and the contractor service job type until a confirmation is received from at least one of the contractor service individuals.

Abstract: A reusable envelope has one or more spaces thereon where address, return labels and/or postage can be removably placed or permanently affixed such as for finite number of shipments using a permanently affixed postage area, for example. The reusable envelope also includes a resealable closure allowing the interior of the envelope to be closed and reopened multiple times for multiple uses (shipments, receiving) or optionally to use a finite number of times by exposing the permanent adhesive to the flat and mating surface depending on user preference.

Abstract: Service dispatching systems and methods are provided. The service dispatching systems and methods can allow users to select from a hierarchical display of utility service contractors using a variety of selection criteria. Methods in some embodiments may comprise displaying a graphical user interface that comprises a plurality of selectable utility service categories; receiving a selection of at least one of the plurality of selectable utility service categories; receiving a service location and a utility service job type; and iterating through a hierarchical list of utility service individuals by: transmitting, in an iterative manner, an order that comprises the service location and the utility service job type until a confirmation is received from at least one of the utility service individuals.

Abstract: A reusable envelope has one or more spaces thereon where address, return labels and/or postage can be removably placed or permanently affixed such as for finite number of shipments using a permanently affixed postage area, for example. The reusable envelope also includes a resealable closure allowing the interior of the envelope to be closed and reopened multiple times for multiple uses (shipments, receiving) or optionally to use a finite number of times by exposing the permanent adhesive to the flat and mating surface depending on user preference.

Abstract: A container comprising a bag simulative of an animal with a plurality of storage compartments. The present container for items and personal effects for travel will be seen to provide not only a useful container for the transportation of goods, but also serve as a fashion accessory for people of all ages. The container is also easy to use, and provides for a more ergonomic option as it only requires gentle pulling to activate the rear leg wheel system for the transportation of the container. When the tension has been released to a preset tension, the rear leg wheel system will retract, and the container resembling an animal will “sit down,” and can also provide other entertainment at the time with other gestures such as panting, yawning, or wagging its tail, for example.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cloud-based storage, retrieval and sharing of files tagged with scannable code tags and group invitation. This application and method includes establishing a user account on a network, the user account being linked to a user space configured to store at least media files for an owner of the user account, generating a scannable code tag, and linking the scannable code tag with the user account and the owner. The method also includes linking a group invitation to one or more media files.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for reusable parcels (701,1104,1200) are provided herein. In one embodiment, a method includes receiving a request to activate a scannable parcel tag (410,36-38, 1202) having a logical link associated therewith, receiving parcel information for the scannable parcel tag (410,36-38, 1202), the parcel information having at least shipping data, storing in a database record, the parcel information, and associating the scannable parcel tag (410,36-38, 1202) with the parcel information.

Abstract: A reusable envelope has one or more spaces thereon where address, return labels and/or postage can be removably placed or permanently affixed such as for finite number of shipments using a permanently affixed postage area, for example. The reusable envelope also includes a resealable closure allowing the interior of the envelope to be closed and reopened multiple times for multiple uses (shipments, receiving) or optionally to use a finite number of times by exposing the permanent adhesive to the flat and mating surface depending on user preference.

Abstract: The decorative and protective display case, for a fragile or expensive good(s) for example, typically a bottled liquid such as wine or spirits that not only provides adequate protection, but also provides a way to showcase or display an item of value. The generally tubular display material is circular or polygonal and made from materials that can withstand high levels of shock. The ends are fitted with caps that serve not only for decorative purposes, but also contain a shock absorber system or material that further isolates the good from shock or impact that helps prevent and/or limits breakage of the good.

Abstract: A reusable envelope has one or more spaces thereon where address, return labels and/or postage can be removably placed or permanently affixed such as for finite number of shipments using a permanently affixed postage area, for example. The reusable envelope also includes a resealable closure allowing the interior of the envelope to be closed and reopened multiple times for multiple uses (shipments, receiving) or optionally to use a finite number of times by exposing the permanent adhesive to the flat and mating surface depending on user preference.

Abstract: A reusable envelope has one or more spaces thereon where address, return labels and/or postage can be removably placed or permanently affixed such as for finite number of shipments using a permanently affixed postage area, for example. The reusable envelope also includes a resealable closure allowing the interior of the envelope to be closed and reopened multiple times for multiple uses (shipments, receiving) or optionally to use a finite number of times by exposing the permanent adhesive to the flat and mating surface depending on user preference.

Abstract: A container comprising a bag simulative of an animal with a plurality of storage compartments. The present container for items and personal effects for travel will be seen to provide not only a useful container for the transportation of goods, but also serve as a fashion accessory for people of all ages. The container is also easy to use, and provides for a more ergonomic option as it only requires gentle pulling to activate the rear leg wheel system for the transportation of the container. When the tension has been released to a preset tension, the rear leg wheel system will retract, and the container resembling an animal will “sit down,” and can also provide other entertainment at the time with other gestures such as panting, yawning, or wagging its tail, for example.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cloud-based storage, retrieval and sharing of files tagged with scannable code tags and group invitation. This application and method includes establishing a user account on a network, the user account being linked to a user space configured to store at least media files for an owner of the user account, generating a scannable code tag, and linking the scannable code tag with the user account and the owner. The method also includes linking a group invitation to one or more media files.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cloud-based storage, retrieval and sharing of files tagged with scannable tags and alphanumeric coding is provided. This application and method includes: either scanning a scannable tag by mobile device or inputting a code into a computer; decoding of the scannable tag or text provided, by installed application; accessing, by a cloud based storage system which hosts the associated or tagged file; and retrieving the file associated with the scannable tag or alphanumeric code. This method also includes a process by which: either by smart phone or personal computer; uploading or storing of files onto a cloud-based storage system; tagging of those stored files with a unique scannable tag and alphanumeric code; generating a scannable tag and alphanumeric code to associate with those tag files; and a method of tracking scanning of the multi-layer scannable tag and performance metrics of the tagged video, audio or other file.