Air France pilots blockchain-based COVID-19 travel system
Air France is set to trial a blockchain-based system for verifying COVID-19 test results for its passengers. With travel and tourism being one of the hardest-hit industries by the coronavirus pandemic-induced lockdowns, several stakeholders are increasingly prioritizing digital and contactless solutions.In this vein, Air France has partnered with MedAire, SGS, International SOS, and the International Chamber of Commerce to test a blockchain-based COVID-19 travel system.Beginning from March 11, Air France will begin the pilot test of the ICC AOKpass system developed by MedAire and the....
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