Research Registry and Verification Framework Established

Public Access and Member Archive Now Available 18 February 2026

BODY: On 18 February 2026, NORFIAD launched its public Intellectual Property Register and opened its verification service to external submissions. The register carries cryptographic timestamps and blockchain anchoring for each entry, providing tamper-evident, independently verifiable proof of existence and priority. A free verification service is now available to the public, allowing independent researchers and creators to submit work for formal review against NORFIAD's documented standards. Full archive access, including historical submission records, is available to NORFIAD members.