Trade
China's Xi Asks ASEAN Nations to Join in Building of 'Digital Silk Road'
Xi Jinping pushed for digitally enhanced trade among Southeast Asian nations in a keynote at the China-ASEAN Expo on Friday.
Australia and Singapore to Trial 'Paperless' Trade Using Blockchain Technology
Australia's border agency will trial blockchain solutions aimed at simplifying cross-border trade with Singapore.
Blockchain Grain Trading Platform Sees Commercial Launch to Tap Russia Market
Agri-trading platform Cerealia will focus on international trading for the world's largest wheat market, Russia.
Nigerians Are Using Bitcoin to Bypass Trade Hurdles With China
Nigerian entrepreneurs are increasingly using bitcoin as a way to trade internationally, noting its significant benefits over legacy financial systems.
UK Trade Negotiators Eye Blockchain Provisions in Coming US Trade Talks
The U.K.'s trade negotiators want to set the pace for global blockchain regulation in its upcoming free trade talks with the United States.
Coronavirus Checks China's Blockchain Ambitions
As long as the Coronavirus keeps everyone indoors, China's big, bold blockchain ambitions are on hold.
US Food Inspectors to Test IBM Blockchain for Export Certifications
The blockchain feasibility assessment will search out efficiencies in a process marred by regulations and often complex documentary requirements.
Standard Chartered Invests More Money in Newly Rebranded Trade Finance Startup
Standard Chartered has invested in Contour, the recently-rebranded Voltron blockchain trade finance platform digitizing letters of credit for financial institutions.
BRICS Nations Ponder Digital Currency to Ease Trade, Reduce USD Reliance
The BRICS association of major emerging economies has discussed developing a digital currency to facilitate trade between member nations.
ABN AMRO Eyes Launch of Blockchain Inventory Platform, Dropping Wallet Plan
As ABN AMRO drops its exploration of a crypto wallet product, the Dutch bank says it's seeking to launch a blockchain platform for trade inventory.
