Mastercard Blockchain-Supported Livestock Tracking System Launches in Zimbabwe
E-Livestock Global, a venture-funded social enterprise, recently launched a blockchain-based livestock traceability system for Zimbabwean cattle farmers. The Mastercard “Provenance solution”-powered system, claiming to be the first of its kind in Africa, aims to bring “end-to-end visibility to the cattle supply chain.” It could also help Zimbabwean farmers prove the origin and health records of their cattle while reducing risks to buyers. Solution Brings Hope to Zimbabwe Cattle Farmers According to a statement released by Mastercard, this solution could not only....
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Mastercard is set to incorporate carbon footprint tracking into its blockchain-based solution, to help consumers offset carbon emissions through their purchases. Leading payment technology provider Mastercard will help consumers directly offset carbon emissions and choose better products for the environment via its blockchain-based Provenance Solution.The system provides such granular detail that consumers can choose a more environmentally friendly cup of coffee, or a sustainable T-shirt, by interacting with the carbon credits directly related to that item, as represented by a nonfungible....
The national postal operator of Russia plans to implement a parcel tracking system that will rely on blockchain technology. The introduction of the new service is part of Russian Post’s digital transformation strategy and is expected to reduce the number of lost shipments.
Blockchain-Based Tracking System to Help Russian Post Save Time and Resources
In the context of efforts to develop its services and improve the efficiency of its logistics, Pochta Rossii, or Russian Post, is considering various options, including the implementation of blockchain technology, a....
Nov. 22-25, the first ever Blockchain Summer School will be opened in Harare, Zimbabwe. The event intends to educate and explore the benefits of Bitcoin as well as stimulating discussions on the challenges that inhibit cryptocurrency adoption in Africa. The event is organized by Bitfinance, a Zimbabwe-based Bitcoin exchange and infrastructure developer firm in collaboration with the Blockchain Academy. The target audience are local businesses that have been hit hardest by the current financial crisis in Zimbabwe. Tawanda Kembo, growth hacker at Bitfinance, says: “Zimbabwe is the hardest....
Today, at 17:49 BTC-e time, BTC-e released this update on their site. This was the first update in nearly a month, the last update being a statement regarding Mt. Gox. Withdrawal of funds on the cards VISA / MasterCard issued in any country and in any currency. Dear our valuable clients! We are pleased to announce that for your convenience, we have implemented a new payout system that allows you to send your funds to any cards VISA / MasterCard issued in any country and in any currency. Fee - 5%. Transfer of funds is possible only in U. S. dollars . If your card is not in USD, the money....
The Bahamian Sand Dollar can now be used for payments anywhere Mastercard is accepted.