The HKMA and mainland Chinese regulators announced a cross-border blockchain platform to link cargo logistics data with electronic bills of lading, aiming to cut paperwork and friction in trade finance. The move signals stronger regulatory coordination to integrate Chinese supply chains with global markets.
IOTA announced on Feb 28, 2026 that it will deploy its TWIN digital trade network in the UK, supported by £3.5M in funding. TWIN delivers verified trade data to UK borders in real time to streamline cross‑border processes.
FedEx has joined the Hedera Council and will operate a network node, joining Google, IBM and Dell in shaping governance. The move signals growing enterprise interest in using HBAR-based infrastructure for supply-chain tracking and settlement.
Google will move early development of its premium Pixel smartphones to Vietnam this year, relocating “new product introduction” work out of China, Nikkei Asia reports. The change is part of a wider effort to diversify manufacturing amid geopolitical and cost pressures.