Moscow blockchain start-up launches supply chain finance platform
by Graham Buck
Russian fintech start-up Factorin has piloted the platform for six months and plans to move into the European Union
Financial Supply Chain Platforms
Background
The trade and financial supply chain platforms provide the linkage between the buyer and their suppliers. The four types of platform have very different focus and coverage of the basic functions in…
Read moreTarget joins US retail giants exploring blockchain
by Graham Buck
For nearly a year, the Minnesota-based group has quietly worked on a blockchain-powered solution for supply chain management.
Walmart signs up for blockchain to track pharmaceuticals
by Graham Buck
MediLedger’s aim is to establish an “open and decentralised network for the pharmaceutical supply chain.”
More shipping companies join IBM-Maersk blockchain consortium
by Graham Buck
The TradeLens initiative unveiled last August has recruited two new major names from the shipping industry to the platform.
JDA and KPMG survey finds AI is the most impactful supply chain technology
by Ben Poole
Survey reveals real-time visibility is driving digital supply chain investments enabled by AI, ML and cognitive analytics
Starbucks brews up blockchain solutions
by Graham Buck
The coffee chain is working with Microsoft to give consumers more information on each stage of its supply chain.
Amazon joins the blockchain party
by Graham Buck
Amazon Web Services has released Amazon Managed Blockchain, a fully-managed Hyperledger Fabric service first announced in November.
CGI to develop HSBC’s trade finance technology platform
by Graham Buck
The bank will use the IT consultancy’s Trade360 global trade finance solution.
Walmart creates own supply chain for beef
by Graham Buck
The US supermarket group is working with cattle producers and processors to develop its own supply chain for Angus beef.
Marco Polo blockchain trade adds new members
by Jack Large
BayernLB, Helaba and S-Servicepartner become new members as the global trade finance network expands
Lack of finance ‘costs UK auto firms £25bn in lost revenue’
by Graham Buck
Mid-sized automotive manufacturers are held back due to lack of access to funding, claims a Wyelands Bank study.
HSBC and Walmart launch green finance initiative
by Graham Buck
The US retail giant is joining with the bank to target carbon cuts in its supply chain.
Amazon ‘calls time on China retail operations’
by Graham Buck
The US e-commerce giant is reported to have admitted defeat in its contest against local rivals such as Alibaba and JD.com.
Ernst & Young steps up commitment to blockchain
by Graham Buck
The Big Four auditing group is encouraging corporate clients to adopt and launching free software to help them.
Nestlé and Carrefour employ blockchain to track product
by Graham Buck
The Swiss food giant and the French supermarket chain will track the supply chain of popular mashed potato brand Mousline.
Swift to call time in 2020 on TSU
by Graham Buck
The trade services utility introduced in 2007 is set to be switched off in December next year.
EU blockchain alliance launch attracts over 100 members
by Graham Buck
The formation International Association of Trusted Blockchain Applications (INATBA) was marked by a ceremony in Brussels.
SWIFT to bring benefits of gpi to other trade platforms
by Jack Large
Initial proof of concept to connect gpi with blockchain enterprise software firm R3
Making trade finance an asset
by Jack Large
Fourteen banks and financial institutions launch TFD Initiative to develop multi-trillion dollar trade as an asset class
Norsk Hydro cyberattack exposes supply chain fragility
by Graham Buck
Central technology and automation have become crucial to the metals and mining industry, but also makes companies vulnerable to attack.
Citi’s predictions and plans for trade finance
by Jack Large
Trade finance automation being driven by customer needs & technology. At their Trade Finance Briefing Citi spelt out what is happening
Global risk assessment predicts more geopolitical tensions and protectionism
by Graham Buck
Multinationals must contend with growing geopolitical tensions, protectionism and trade disputes, warns Marsh.
EU seeking accelerated adoption of TIPS
by Graham Buck
The European Commission wants more banks to adopt its TARGET instant payment settlement system.
Accenture partners with Mastercard, Amazon on ‘circular’ supply chains
by Graham Buck
The group will use the technology to promote sustainability in the supply chain.