MoFo partner Tim Harris describes three common intellectual property mistakes that startups make involving securing intellectual property titles, intention agreements, and proper licensing.
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Month: September 2017
When and How to “B” – Responsible B Corp Conversion
For companies considering converting to a form of benefit corporation, several factors should be carefully considered. This article details the many factors a social enterprise should examine before converting to a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation or California Social Purpose Corporation.
Could the Use of Online Volunteers and Moderators Increase Your Company’s Copyright Liability Exposure?
A recent Ninth Circuit case served as a wake-up call to website operators and other online service providers who rely on volunteers to curate content.
10 things you need to know before taking your FinTech startup stateside
Concerns about the FinTech sector in the U.S. have grown in recent months as a result of some high-profile regulatory investigations and signs that the market has started to mature. This article details tips for international fintech companies considering a move to the U.S.
Common SAFE Mistakes
Startups should be mindful of common fundraising mistakes at the seed financing stage. This article provides several examples.
Consider Crowdfunding at Your Own Peril
This article weighs the pros and cons of crowdfunding versus venture capital.
Chinese Interest High Despite Uncertainty
How does China view the U.S. as an investment market under the Trump administration? This article explains why investor interest remains high.
Delaware Governor Signs Groundbreaking Blockchain Legislation into Law
This article details the newly enacted Delaware blockchain legislation.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore Clarifies Its Treatment of Token Offerings
In August 2017, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) provided its most direct guidance yet on how it intends to treat “token offerings.”
Not a Token Gesture: Compensating Service Providers with Virtual Property
This article discusses the U.S. federal income tax consequences to employees (and other service providers, including directors, consultants and other advisers) who receive compensation in the form of tokens.