Track and Trace
In a major operation, the Anti-Smuggling Organization (ASO) of Karachi’s Enforcement Collectorate seized 30 tons of smuggled auto parts valued at approximately Rs 20 million ($68,000). The parts, including components for five Mazda trucks, were confiscated during raids on multiple warehouses in Sadar’s Aero Market. This incident
Authentication & Brand
Japan has launched its first new yen banknotes in two decades, focusing on enhanced authentication and traceability to combat counterfeiting. The new 10,000 yen, 5,000 yen, and 1,000 yen bills incorporate state-of-the-art 3D hologram technology, which displays different images and colors depending on the viewing angle, making
Authentication & Brand
As the world moves toward cashless transactions, traditional banknote printers like Korea Minting and Security Printing Corp. (KOMSCO) are evolving their business models. KOMSCO is leveraging its decades of expertise in printing technology to explore new ventures in creative cultural content and information technology. The company recently launched an art
Track and Trace
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement on new firearm trade rules aimed at enhancing transparency and combating illegal trafficking. These regulations, agreed upon by EU lawmakers and the Belgian EU presidency, will introduce an EU-wide electronic licensing system, replacing the current patchwork of national rules. This approach mirrors
Digital & Security
Blockchain technology is transforming food supply chains by enhancing transparency, traceability, and security, ultimately saving lives. Traditional food supply chain management often suffers from inefficiencies, lack of communication, and security vulnerabilities, leading to issues such as food waste and contamination. Blockchain addresses these challenges by providing real-time tracking from the
Industry & Regulatory
he Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), signed into law in 2011, is set to introduce stricter food traceability requirements for grocers by 2026. As the deadline approaches, grocers must prepare to comply with the FDA's final rule, which mandates detailed recordkeeping for certain food items. This includes tracking
Track and Trace
Preliminary findings from a research project on tracing Australian cotton through the supply chain have revealed significant gaps that may hinder growers and brands from fully benefiting from sustainable practices. Spearheaded by Cotton Australia with support from the Cotton Research and Development Corporation and the Queensland Government, the project aims
Digital & Security
GS1’s new 2D barcodes are set to revolutionize the retail sector by offering more detailed product information beyond traditional identifiers. Unlike the 1D barcodes that only encode simple data like the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN), 2D barcodes serve as compact data repositories, including details such as expiration dates
Revenue Protection
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is grappling with significant issues surrounding its track and trace system, a critical element of the $400 million Pakistan Raises Revenue project. Despite 81.98% of funds being disbursed, the system’s inefficacy is hindering progress in key Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs)
Revenue Protection
Enabling Local Environment for Track & Trace (T&T) The FBR should foster an environment that not only encourages but also supports sectors in adopting T&T by acknowledging the unique challenges and solutions present within Pakistan. Providing policy support to both sectors and local providers is crucial.
Track and Trace
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Authentication & Brand
According to a new research report published in the journal Langmuir, scientists have successfully developed a new photopatterning technique that creates two light-reactive images in one material. © Langmuir 2024, 40, 22, 11766-11774. Previous research teams faced significant challenges in producing ‘dual-mode’ films, where two patterns can be separately stored and