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Two Hands to Utilize GoChain’s Public Blockchain and Supply Chain Management Platform, GoTrace

Two Hands, an innovative technology startup focused on the development of ethical and transparent supply chains, announced plans to adopt GoChain’s public blockchain protocol and use its GoTrace Supply Chain Management Platform. The Melbourne, Australia-based company, which originally built its distributed ledger track and trace MVP solution on Hyperledger Fabric, will transition to GoChain’s public blockchain platform and thereafter focus future technology development efforts on a next generation digital marketplace to include a novel public curated registry, expected to identify / list and provide top-rated farmers and fishers with unique incentives and rewards.  At the heart of Two Hands’ blockchain-based solution offering is the ability to provide end-to-end provenance of products and to disintermediate supply chains thereby enabling a more direct relationship among producers, buyers and consumers.  There is a growing gap between the information consumers want about their products and their access to it Fish and seafood products are harvested and traded worldwide. Whether it comes from a small fishing boat or from a farm, both chefs and an increasing number of consumers want to know about the journey and it’s a long way from net to plate! Was their seafood ethically sourced? Was it wild caught or farm… Learn more

University of Nicosia (IFF) joins GoChain Network as a signing node

SAN FRANCISCO/NICOSIA, APRIL 22nd, 2020 — The Institute For the Future of the University of Nicosia (Cyprus) (“IFF”), a leading provider of education and research in blockchain and digital currencies, and GoChain, a leader in enterprise and government blockchain solutions, today announced the signing of a Node Operating Agreement, whereas IFF is now operating a signing node in support of the GoChain blockchain network. As a signing node, IFF will be one of up to 50 enterprises and organizations to run specialized servers that facilitate the GoChain network’s Proof of Reputation (PoR) consensus algorithm and validate the blocks of transactions produced on the blockchain network. The IFF blockchain signing node is the first academic institution to join GoChain’s Proof of Reputation network. This is not the University of Nicosia’s first venture into blockchain. UNIC offered the world’s first MOOC in Digital Currencies in 2014, taught by world leading experts Andreas Antonopoulos and Antonis Polemitis, and attended by over 35,000 students to date. In 2015, it became the first university globally to experiment with the deployment of blockchain in the issuance of academic certificates via Block.co–a Blockchain Credentialing application… Learn more

Henry L. Ines Named Chief Executive Officer of GoChain

RENO, USA, MARCH 10, 2020 — GoChain, a leader in enterprise and government blockchain solutions, today announced that Henry L. Ines has been named Chief Executive Officer (CEO), GoChain, effective immediately. Mr. Ines most recently served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer (COO). Jason Dekker assumes the role of Executive Chairman of GoChain and provides the full benefit of his experience, leadership and guidance to ensure a smooth and successful transition. Additionally, Dekker will continue to serve as the CEO of HBK GoChain. In his role at HBK GoChain he will focus on driving adoption and value to GoChain and the greater GoChain ecosystem of portfolio companies. Jason Dekker said, “GoChain is growing rapidly and I believe this is the perfect time to promote Henry Ines to the CEO position. I personally spent almost a year recruiting Henry to join our team and I can think of no better executive to be at the helm. Henry is the consummate executive with 20 plus years of global C-Level experience. I feel we are extremely fortunate to have someone with his knowledge, skills, and experience to take GoChain to the next level.” Mr. Dekker added: “As companies like ours grow it… Learn more

Conservation International Joins GoChain Network as a Blockchain Signing Node

RENO, USA – ARLINGTON, USA, FEBRUARY 2, 2020 — Conservation International and GoChain, a leader in enterprise and government blockchain solutions, today announced the signing of a Node Operating Agreement whereas Conservation International is now operating a signing node in support of the GoChain blockchain network. Conservation International is a global environmental organization that works with governments, companies and communities to spotlight and secure the critical benefits that nature provides to humanity. Since its inception in 1987, Conservation International has helped to protect more than 6 million square kilometers (2.3 million square miles) of land and sea across more than 70 countries.  As a signing node, Conservation International is one of up to 50 enterprises and organizations to run specialized servers that facilitate the GoChain network’s Proof of Reputation (PoR) consensus algorithm and validate the blocks of transactions produced on the blockchain network. Learn more

GoChain Expands End-to-End Supply Chain Solutions with Morpheus.Network Partnership

RENO, USA, JANUARY 29, 2020 —GoChain, a leader in enterprise and government blockchain solutions, today announced a collaboration with Morpheus.Network to bring enhanced, end-to-end blockchain and IoT-based supply chain solutions to clients. As part of this strategic collaboration, GoChain will pair Morpheus.Network’s cloud-based interface and IOT-compatible tracking system with GoChain’s enterprise-grade blockchain protocol and smart contract solutions.  This key milestone in its supply chain strategy enables GoChain to offer a full-service automated supply chain platform and integrated cryptocurrency payment system to leading institutions around the world with improvements in speed to market, resilience, and flexibility. Additionally, Morpheus’ clients will also benefit from GoChain’s suite of technology solutions including the company’s robust commodity-tracking and traceability solutions for compliance and responsible supply chain purposes.   This partnership is a direct result of the market’s demand for a world-class blockchain-based solution that provides unparalleled transparency, automation and security. The world economy relies on a fast and efficient global supply chain which is an industry valued over 15 trillion USD. However, global trade contains various challenges and inefficiencies, including a general lack of visibility, accountability,… Learn more

Goldbell (Singapore) Joins GoChain Network as a Blockchain Signing Node

RENO, USA – SINGAPORE, MONTH. DD, 2019 — Goldbell Financial Services (“Goldbell”) and GoChain, The Blockchain Company, today announced the signing of a Node Operating Agreement whereas Goldbell is now operating a signing node in support of the GoChain blockchain network. As a signing node, Goldbell is one of up to 50 enterprises and organizations to run specialized servers that facilitate the GoChain network’s Proof of Reputation (PoR) consensus algorithm and validate the blocks of transactions produced on the blockchain network. Goldbell Financial Services (GBFS) is a subsidiary of Goldbell Group, Singapore’s leading brand for the leasing and distribution of industrial vehicles.  Goldbell Financial Services dedicates itself to empower small business owners with capability-enhancing financial support to help businesses survive and thrive in today’s competitive economic landscape.  It is the preferred financing partner in supporting automotive, asset-backed and working capital loans, and it has amassed a strong portfolio of clients… Learn more

Lenovo Joins GoChain Network as a Blockchain Signing Node

RENO, NEVADA, USA, JANUARY 6, 2020 — GoChain, The Blockchain Company, today announced the addition of Lenovo Global Technology (United States) Inc. (“Lenovo”) as a signing node operator for the GoChain blockchain network. As a signing node, Lenovo is one of up to 50 enterprises and organizations to run specialized servers that facilitate the GoChain network’s Proof of Reputation (PoR) consensus algorithm and validate the blocks of transactions produced on the blockchain network. The Lenovo blockchain signing node will be the first of its kind to be operated in a liquid immersion data center for cooling. The server immersion cooling technology, developed by Midas Green Technology, is currently being used by Blockchain Resources Corp to build “green” data centers which will house the Lenovo node. Immersion cooling data centers reduce energy usage through the elimination of the expensive air cooling infrastructure such as server fans, A/C compressors, air-circulation fans, ductwork, air handlers, and ancillary systems such as dehumidifiers. -Source: Midas Green Tech This is not Lenovo’s first venture into blockchain, as they have adopted blockchain technology in product development activities and worked to apply it to internal work processes. In March 2018, Lenovo launched… Learn more

GoChain and HBK Department of Projects Announce HBK-GoChain Joint Venture

RENO, Nev., December 10, 2019 — GoChain, The Blockchain Company, today announced the establishment of a joint venture with HBK Department of Projects (HBK) to leverage GoChain’s blockchain technology and HBK’s experience in consulting large projects in the MENA, Asia-Pacific region, and the Indian sub-continent.  The entity, based in the United Arab Emirates, will focus on advancing GoChain’s blockchain technology initiatives in supply chain, e-government, Central Bank Digital Currencies, payments and financial services. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Learn more