Blockchain solutions for securing intellectual property assets and innovation processes. Bernstein allows companies to create a digital trail of records of their innovation processes using blockchain technology. Inventions, designs, and proofs of use can be quickly registered to obtain blockchain certificates that prove ownership, existence, and integrity of any IP asset. Using Bernstein, companies can secure trade secrets, prepare a strong prior use defense or reliably disclose inventions. Most importantly, all notarized information will remain perfectly private, thanks to a unique cryptographic layer.