Is There Any Value in Blockchain-based Supply Chain Transparency?

(The Merkle) – A few weeks ago, Walmart shocked most of the Western world by announcing their proof of concept related to blockchain technology. The company is tracking the origin of their Chinese pork supply over the blockchain, as they want to ensure that all of their products are safe and will do no harm to consumers. But rumors are circulating that the company is looking beyond just the Chinese pork supply for this project.