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Anthonia Isichei
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February 2, 2021 Blockchain
Emirates, a major airline based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is testing a blockchain mobile app developed by GE Digital Aviation to make it easier for passengers to adhere to COVID-19 travel requirements.
Blockchain Solution Provides Easy COVID-19 Test Experience
Emirates announced the news of the trial process via a press release on Sunday ( Jan. 31, 2021). According to the UAE airline, the blockchain mobile app would enable its passengers to carry out COVID-19 PCR tests at discounted prices.
The blockchain solution called TrustOne, was developed by GE Digital in collaboration with the food traceability company TE Food, back in June 2020. The app was created in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and seeks to enable robust health screening of airline staff and passengers, as well as trace the cleaning of aircrafts.