pwc is launching a blockchain course INFLUENCERS NEWS 

‘Big Four’ PwC is launching a Blockchain Course for 1000 Staff to Meet Clients Needs

One of the worlds ‘Big four‘ professional services firms, PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is launching digital training programs for its employees, within which PwC is launching a blockchain course to boost knowledge and meet its clients needs. Set to begin in January, the two-year digital skills course, entitled “Digital Accelerators”, will train 1,000 employees on everything from cleansing data and drones, to blockchain technology and 3D printing. Digital talent leader at PwC and head of the program, Sarah McEneaney explained that PwC clients expect things more digitally in order to control their costs,…

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Food chain blockchain UK Food Standards Agency NEWS REGULATORS 

UK Government Food Agency Trials Food Chain Blockchain, Beginning with Beef

In a major development, the UK’s Government Food Standard Agency successfully completes a food chain blockchain pilot for beef, marking the first time that the technology has been used as a regulatory tool to ensure compliance in the UK food sector. The world’s meat consumption is at an all time high, and with recent food fraud incidents such as the 2013 horse meat scandal, the UK is primed for the streamlined management and immutable security that blockchain can offer the farming industry.

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blockchain in pharmaceuticals FTSE / NASDAQ NEWS 

GSK is Fighting Fake Drugs with ConsenSys Startup ‘Viant’ for Blockchain in Pharmaceuticals

One of the world’s biggest pharma companies, GlaxoSmithKline is working with Ethereum-based ConsenSys startup Viant to develop blockchain in pharmaceuticals. With the release of new regulations to protect U.S. consumers from fake, contaminated and stolen medications, the pilot could not have come at a better time. Furthermore, the immutable ledger aims to combat $200 billion in lost sales each year.

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De Beers diamond blockchain FTSE / NASDAQ NEWS 

World’s Largest Jewellery Retailer Joins De Beers Diamond Blockchain Platform Tracr

Signet, a UK based multi-billion dollar company and the world’s largest jewellery retailer, joins De Beers diamond blockchain platform Tracr. Creating a Global Diamond ID on an immutable ledger, the precious stones are tracked across the supply chain, ensuring they do not originate from conflict zones or areas of exploitation. De Beers completed a proof-of-concept trial with 100 high-value diamonds in May, marking the first time a diamond’s journey was digitally-tracked from mine to retail. Tracr is set for to fully launch later this year.

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Deloitte report retail with blockchain technology BCTECH NEWS 

Deloitte Reports, Big Changes are Coming Soon to Retail with Blockchain Solutions

‘Big Four’ auditing firm Deloitte has released a report that reveals that blockchain technology is set to “revolutionise” consumer packaged goods and retail. Deloitte’s Steve Larke stated “Retail and CPG businesses need to act now and plan for future blockchain adoption, or risk being left in the dust.” Deloitte’s own competitor PwC, recently partnered with Vechain on their authenticating IoT blockchain platform, and many companies such as Samsung, are trialling blockchain supply chain solutions.

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PwC invests in Blockchain BCTECH NEWS 

‘Big Four’ Giant PwC Invests in Blockchain Start-Up VeChain

One of the ‘big four’ auditors and accounting firms in the world, PwC partners with blockchain start-up VeChain, a China-based Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technology company. It acquired a small ownership interest in May 2018, via it’s Hong Kong and Singapore subsidiaries. The strategic partnership has the potential to put PwC ahead of it’s ‘big four’ competitors, Deloitte EY and KPMG. 

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