Blockchain by industry

[g7] Blockchain based trusted, secure digital identity (EC, Jun 21) - following a related German initiative, Europe announces this exciting new framework aimed at achieving citizen centric trusted identity.

[g6] India: National Strategy on blockchain (2021) - setting out a national roadmap for technology exploitation.

[g5] Blockchain for digital government (EC JRC, 2019) - an assessment of pioneering implementations in public sector.

[g4] National Blockchain Roadmap (Australia Government, 2020) - long term plan for the development and adoption of blockchain.

[g2] Which Governments are using blockchain? (ConsenSys, Nov 20190 - list of public sector blockchain experiments planned, in progress or paused.

[g] Blockchain in the UAE government - how blockchain fits into Dubai’s plans to be the happiest city on earth.

[g1] How the NL is blazing a trail though the blockchain scene (Forbes, Oct 2018) - outline of government supported blockchain pilot projects.

[a12] Blockchain-powered autonomous automobiles can be the answer (IBM Apr 20) -now auto manufacturers are envisioning how distributed ledger technology can be applied to power autonomous vehicles and improve them, increase customer retention, satisfaction, and the overall auto experience..

[a11] 10 Things to Know About Blockchain for the Transportation Industry (SheppartMullin) - an easy to read document outlining the characteristics of blockchain that make it useful for transportation and some use cases with links.

[a10] Blockchain in the Automotive Industry(Deloitte) -exploring the potential of blockchain in underpinning the automotive industry transformation. Deloitte have evaluated the vast opportunities of blockchain across the automotive value chain that can help to revolutionise products, services and processes..

[a9] How blockchain automotove solutions can help drivers (BMW) - What uses does blockchain have in the automotive industry and how will this technology improve drivers’ everyday lives?

[a8] How Blockchain Is Changing the Auto Industry (Archersoft) walking through several potential use cases for blockchain in automotive.

[a7] Blockchain’s profound impact on the automotive industry - (EY, 2019) - over the last two years, many automakers have started to explore blockchain technology in supply chain, security, car service, and blockchain for autonomous vehicles..

[a6] Blockchain in Automotive - Market Analysis (Marketsandmarkets, 2019)The Automotive Blockchain Market is projected to grow from USD 0.35 billion in 2020 to USD 5.29 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 31.19% during the forecast period. Increasing focus on reducing manipulation of data, better quality control, and the need for faster business transactions have triggered the growth of automotive blockchain market

[a5] Blockchain Development for the automotive industry (open ledger) -The automotive industry is a complex ecosystem with parties involved on multiple levels: design, manufacturing, distribution, tracking, marketing, compliance, selling, finance and servicing of vehicles. The report outlines some of the real-world blockchain can be implemented in the automotive industry.

[a4] Keeping an eye on blockchain (autonews) -how blockchain could have a significant impact on the auto industry by affecting how automakers pay suppliers across the seas, how consumers pay for car-sharing services and even possibly how dealerships handle legal paperwork..

[a3] How Can Blockchain Benefit The Automotive Industry? - (Fusion Infomatics) -Automobile companies have continually included smart technology solutions to resolve difficulties in industries such as manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, selling, purchasing, customer maintenance, and everything is within. Blockchain can help the automotive business in many directions.

[a2] Automotive 2025: Industry without borders - IBM’s IBV explains how automotive enterprises must adapt to how consumers can access vehicles in new ways—and how cars fit into complex transportation options.

[a1] Blockchain Technologies in the Automotive Industry ZIGURAT explain how blockchain is likely to become indispensable for the automotive industry in the years to come in order to make these next-generation cars into a reality.

[F16] Understanding CBDCs: A Guidebook for Regulators and Policymakers (2022) - an overview of this important, widely discussed topic with details in the linked report.

[f15] Crypto Assets Study 2021 (2021) - an overview of the Swiss and Liechtenstein crypto assets ecosystem

[f14] HSBC CDBC experimentation (IBM, 2021) - press release describing application of CDBC to digital currency, securities and foreign exchange settlement.

[f13] UK regulatory approach to cryptoassets and stablecoins:(GOV.UK, Jan 2021) - UK government’s call for evidence and consultation document represents the first stage in the consultative process with industry and stakeholders on the broader regulatory approach.

[f12] OCC Stablecoin Letter (OCC, Jan 2021) - the largest US banking regulator (OCC) issues new guidance allowing US banks to use public blockchains and dollar stablecoins as a settlement infrastructure. Landmark decision!

[f12] Diem project - web site aiming to build a trusted and innovative financial network that empowers people and businesses around the world. Formerly known as Libra. Includes links toBlockchain developers website covering technical and economic concepts behind the Diem Payment Network, specialised tutorials and Development Tools.

[f11] Crypto, what is it good for? (WEF, Dec 2020) - 37 page PDF listing the most common cryptocurrencies with their financial and non-financial applications.

[f10] Crypto Theses for 2021 (Medium, Dec 2020) -10 highlights from - and link to - Messari’s report of key trends, people, companies and projects across crypto with predictions for 2021.References Messari.io, the "Bloomberg for Crypto."

[f9] Project Aber (Dec 2020) -Saudi Central Bank and Central Bank of the U.A.E. joint digital currency and distributed ledger project.

[f8] Blockchain in trade finance - three essential case studies (Deutsche Bank Group) - comparing three different uses of blockchain through short case studies

[f7] Blockchain in trade finance (Deloitte) - a useful infographic comparing the current systems with the potential that blockchain offers to transform.

[f6] Digital dollar project (Accenture, May 20) - a partnership between Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and the Digital Dollar Foundation to advance exploration of a United States Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

[f5] Blockchain: A game changer for audit processes(Deloitte) -outlining several potential benefits which might be realised in the audit process through the rising adoption of blockchain technology.

[f4] Token Offerings:A Revolution in Corporate Finance? (SSRN, Momtaz et al, 2019)how blockchain might herald a revolution in entrepreneurial and corporate finance, with soaring market growth rates over the last two years. This paper surveys the market evolution, offering mechanisms, and token types.

[f3] The current and future state of blockchain in corporate finance(emerge, 2019) - explaining the opportunity for corporate finance to benefit from blockchain.

[f2] Central Bank Digital Currency (Bank of England, 2021) - useful synopsis of BoE’s research activities in this area, with links to detailed discussion papers, activities and fora. Useful section on CDBC versus cryptocurrency. Useful news elements included.

[f1] HSBC Puts $10B of Private Placements on blockchain (CoinDesk, Mar 20) -The bank is using blockchain as opposed to a traditional database because it plans to tokenise the private placements after it digitises them.

[h6] Blockchain in Healthcare Recap [McCoy, 2021) - Reviewing the top headlines, products, themes, research and news at the intersection of blockchain, healthcare and life science.

[h5] IEEE TV ‘Fireside Chat’ - blockchain in healthcare - 60 minute discussion about the promises and challenges.

[h4] Five blockchain use cases (STL Partners) - The web resource outlines five key use cases for blockchain in the development of digital health.

[h3] Blockchain Technology in Healthcare: A Systematic Review (healthcare, 2019) - academic article looking at usage of technology in the industry.

[h2] 14 Major Real Use Cases of Blockchain in Healthcare (open ledger, 2019) - Blockchain healthcare use cases are being discovered by the day, and with them the entire healthcare system can be completely overhauled.

[h1] How COVID-19 Has Revealed Healthcare’s Blockchain Use Cases (HIT, 2020) - as the healthcare industry responds to the demands of the pandemic, several valuable use cases have surfaced that could benefit from employing the emerging technology.

[e1] Tokenised blockchain offering for renewable energy certificates (ledger insights, 2021)- demand is rising for tech solutions that allow organisations to calculate their carbon footprint and assist in creating their ESG reporting. Renewable energy certificates (RECs) make up one part of this..

[r1] Luxury brand traceability with blockchain (Arianee project, July 21) -  IBM and Arianee, a leading NFT platform for luxury and fashion industries, announce their collaboration today to provide digital passports for collectible and valuable goods, enriched with blockchain-based provenance.

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