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Measuring environmental impact has historically been prohibitively expensive, but technology can change the equation. Blockchain advocate Sunny Lu argues that verified sustainability can help brands build trust with eco-conscious consumers.

26 Dec 2024

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As managing medical conditions becomes increasingly more difficult in rural areas, technological advances could go a long way in improving access and patient care.

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With the growing urgency for climate solutions, blockchain technology could be a powerful tool to revolutionise green finance, especially as transparency and traceable information are critical in measuring and monitoring climate impact.

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To combat the fires in Indonesia and worsening haze, a Singaporean-based blockchain development company has launched the Global Ledger initiative to develop a coordinated regional and global response to such catastrophes.

25 January 2019

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22 May 2018

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7 May 2018

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13 November 2017

26 October 2017

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15 August 2017

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3 July 2017

Fishermen in Cambodia balancing their accounts.

20 June 2017

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3 June 2017

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8 May 2017

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24 April 2017

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