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Who’s Using Blockchain in 2020, and How?

Logistics Bureau

Working with a blockchain startup called BanQu, AB Inbev is using a distributed ledger solution to build a relationship of trust with some 2,000 farmers in Zambia that supply raw materials for its beers. As for Tesla, a blockchain partnership with port and shipping companies is all about improving supply chain speed and effectiveness.

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Do Tariffs Really Impact China’s Global Supply Chain?

NC State SCRC

One of the largest entities in SASAC’s portfolio is shipping giant COSCO (China Ocean Shipping Company) – (think of a state-run Maersk!) Despite efforts to liberalize the Chinese economy, domestic markets are still heavily controlled by 97 centrally owned companies that channel state capital into strategic economic sectors.