Law360 (November 8, 2019, 4:43 PM EST) — As corporate responsibility evolves, and the focus on corporate sustainability grows, more businesses in the mining and metals and related sectors are referencing the long-term potential of blockchain technology and platforms to address challenges associated with mineral provenance and supply chain transparency.
Here we provide an overview of key developments we’ve been monitoring, including regulatory and enforcement updates, information on the Responsible Minerals Initiative’s blockchain guidelines, and a survey of industry pilots.
Regulatory and Enforcement Landscape
Digitalization is emerging as a key driver in transforming the mining and metals industry’s engagement with states, customers, communities, employees and the environment — from…
