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Global Shipping Giant Cosco to Trial Alibaba's Ant Blockchain
Ant Financial claims its enterprise blockchain can handle a billion transaction a day and save costs in global shipping.
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This Crypto Asset Doesn't Exist Yet, But Soon You'll Be Able to Stake It
Perlin's PERL cryptocurrency looks to make shipping easier, but could also democratize the proof-of-stake model.
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Etihad Airways to Pilot Winding Tree Blockchain
The partnership with enable Etihad Airways to test distributed ledger tech for its internal inventory maintenance.
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IBM, Maersk's Blockchain Platform TradeLens Is Shipping to Russia
A blockchain-powered platform built by IBM and Maersk and designed to facilitate international trade is to launch in Russia.
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Busan New Port, South Korea
South Korean Government Trials Blockchain for Shipping Efficiency Boost
Two South Korean government ministries are exploring blockchain's potential to bring new efficiencies to port logistics.
Busan New Port, South Korea

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ABN AMRO, Samsung SDS Partner for Blockchain Trade Pilot
ABN AMRO has partnered with Samsung SDS and the Port of Rotterdam for a blockchain pilot aimed to bring new efficiencies to container-based trade.
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Walmart Explores Blockchain for Connecting Automated Delivery Drones
Walmart's patent efforts have showcased how the retail giant is investigating blockchain, this time it's a project that sees a way for drones to talk.
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JD.com to Track Beef Imports Using Blockchain Platform
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com said it will roll out a blockchain system to track beef imports from a new meat supplier in Australia.
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Chinese Retail Giant JD.com Joins Blockchain in Transport Alliance
The logistics arm of Chinese retail and internet giant JD.com has joined the Blockchain in Transport Alliance.
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Europe's Largest Port Launches Blockchain Research Lab
The Dutch port of Rotterdam, the biggest shipping hub in Europe, is opening a research lab devoted to blockchain technology.
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