IBM Blockchain Pilot Seeks to Solve 'Last Mile' of Delivery
IBM is working with a Singapore startup to develop a network of storage lockers connected via blockchain. FreshTurf is looking to apply the tech to track delivery shipments, with dedicated storage lockers linked up through a distributed ledger platform. According to the two firms, the project is aimed at creating a network of these lockers throughout Singapore, with the goal of providing a “last mile” solution for consumers looking to keep track of their packages more easily. The project is an early one to emerge from IBM’s BlueMix garage, a global network of innovation hubs that provides....
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Rappi, one of the biggest delivery companies in Latam, has launched a pilot project with the objective of accepting cryptocurrencies as a payment method. Users will be able to buy Rappi credits with cryptocurrency to spend later on various services offered by the app. This functionality will only be available for users of these services in Mexico.
Rappi Gets Into Cryptocurrency Payments
Rappi, one of the largest delivery services in Latam, has decided to bring cryptocurrencies to its app. The company — which last year reached a valuation of more than $5 billion in its....
Bitcoins are becoming a strong contender in the last mile finance space. I would like to begin this article with this brave claim. And prove along the article, as to why this is true. The Chief Information Officer of Western Union, Mr. John Thomson recently expressed his opinion on Bitcoins, on the Internet. Here is an important quote. "Bitcoin as a technology doesn't solve any problems for us in the core of our business. Our challenge is the last mile. How do I get that money in the person's hand, and meet all the regulatory compliance needs in that country? So, I don't really need it for....
The Central Bank of Iran soon plans to launch the pilot phase of its digital currency project, an official unveiled. The Islamic Republic hopes to a join a growing club of nations that want to take advantage of having a sovereign coin, while it also seeks to implement blockchain technology in other areas.
Iran to Begin State-Backed Digital Currency Trials
The monetary authority of Iran intends to pilot its central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the near future, a high-ranking representative of the financial regulator said, quoted by the Iranian Labour News Agency (ILNA). The....
The e-commerce giant is preparing to explore the crypto business, as a recent job listing suggests. Amazon is looking to launch a pilot project in Mexico that seeks to build a team that develops new solutions based on “digital currencies.” E-Commerce Giant Amazon Seeks to Target Customers in ‘Emerging Markets’ According to a job posting, Jeff Bezos’ multinational firm was on the hunt this week for a Software Development Manager for the division of “Digital and Emerging Payments.” The job role has been reportedly filled as the offer is no longer....
Peepl seeks to enhance adoption by rewarding users with new tokens for every food delivery order. On Monday, Metro Mayor of the Liverpool City Region Steve Rotheram announced a 700,000 pound ($955,957 USD) investment into blockchain-powered food delivery service Peepl. The software aims to act as a cost-efficient alternative to food delivery giants for local restaurants.Peepl claims that it can save restaurants up to 50% on commissions typically charged by food delivery platforms through its technology and partnerships. In addition, the Peepl platform promises to give consumers back 5% to....