In blockchain technology, copyright protection can be achieved through the use of smart contracts and decentralized platforms. These platforms can create a tamper-proof, timestamped record of the creation and ownership of a work, as well as any subsequent transactions involving that work. The choice of platform or type of blockchain is mainly dependent upon the type of consensus algorithm. This article presents a novel approach to copyright protection using blockchain technology. The proposed approach introduces a new consensus mechanism called Proof of Notoriety (PoN) to enhance the security and efficiency of copyright registration and verification processes.
The Proof of Notoriety consensus mechanism leverages notoriety scores to determine the validity and credibility of the participants in the copyright registration process. Participants with higher notoriety scores are given more weightage in reaching a consensus on the validity of copyright claims. This ensures that only reputable entities are responsible for registering and verifying copyright, thereby reducing the risk of fraudulent claims and unauthorized use.