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@kurt_tangle @DECaDE_Hub @iota @TWINGlobalOrg @cabinetofficeuk Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

The @DECaDE_Hub event which had a talk with an @iota / @TWINGlobalOrg / @cabinetofficeuk panellist finally happened. Here’s his esteemed #TWIN #IOTA colleague’s take. Would love to know more.

Recommended reading: Chido is @wef’s Head of Africa. #ADAPT #TWIN #IOTA

@TokenLabsX @TWINGlobalOrg @iota Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

Paper can be forged, lost, or delayed. Verifiable data on a decentralized network cannot🌍 @TWINGlobalOrg and @IOTA are replacing fragile paper trails with a secure, neutral digital layer We are proud to secure the infrastructure that makes this possible 💙 #IOTA

@iota_penguin Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

Global trade still runs on paper. Why is that a massive systemic risk? A single shipment often requires 200+ document copies moving across dozens of parties. If one document is lost, delayed or mismatched, cargo can’t be released. The entire shipments get stuck. Paper often travels slower than goods, so containers arrive before documents, creating costly delays. Manual processing introduces errors that trigger compliance issues and halt transactions. Document fraud remains a persistent risks in high-value trade flows. Banks, customs, insurers and carriers all rely on the same physical paperwork to verify trust. This creates a fragmented system where coordination is slow and visibility is limited. @TWINGlobalOrg addresses this by digitalizing trade workflows and connecting all parties on shared infrastructure. Powered by @iota, it enables secure, low-cost and verifiable data exchange across global trade.

@ApexSeek Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

How IOTA and TWIN Could Reshape Global Trade Global trade is entering a new phase. As governments negotiate fresh trade agreements and emerging economies invest heavily in infrastructure, the pressure is growing to make supply chains faster, more transparent, and digitally verifiable. That is exactly where technologies like IOTA and TWIN are starting to attract serious attention. Recent developments suggest that digital trade infrastructure is no longer just a future concept. It is increasingly becoming part of real political and economic discussions. One example is the growing cooperation between India and the United Kingdom around the implementation of their trade agreement. These kinds of negotiations show that modern trade relationships need more than diplomatic progress. They need systems capable of connecting data, documentation, and the physical movement of goods across borders in real time. This is where TWIN becomes highly relevant. Closely tied to the IOTA ecosystem, TWIN is designed to address one of the biggest weaknesses in international trade: fragmented processes. Trade today still relies heavily on siloed systems, manual documentation, and inefficient verification procedures. A platform like TWIN offers the possibility of creating a shared digital infrastructure where trade data can be trusted, tracked, and verified more efficiently. What makes this especially compelling is that the momentum is not limited to Europe. Across Africa, major developments are creating ideal conditions for digital trade solutions to gain traction. In Kenya, for example, the first export consignment to China under the Early Harvest Agreement was officially launched, including products such as avocados, avocado oil, coffee, and green beans. While the headlines focus on exports, the deeper story is about the systems required to support growing trade volumes. As these flows expand, digital tools that improve traceability, customs handling, and document verification become increasingly valuable. At the same time, Tanzania is positioning itself as one of East Africa's most important logistics and trade gateways. With new railway infrastructure, expanding ports, and rising foreign investment, the country is building the physical foundation for a much larger role in regional commerce. But large-scale infrastructure alone is not enough. Efficient cross-border trade also requires digital coordination. For a country bordering eight nations and the Indian Ocean, a platform that can connect governments, logistics providers, and businesses through trusted trade data could be transformative. Further attention came from a private roundtable between the Global Blockchain Business Council and the US Department of Commerce, focused on blockchain use cases and emerging standards in supply chains. What stood out was the presence of Jens Munch Lund-Nielsen, a key figure in IOTA's trade and supply chain efforts, alongside Dale Chrystie, FedEx's blockchain strategist. That pairing immediately fueled speculation that IOTA's infrastructure, and possibly TWIN, may be gaining visibility in conversations involving some of the world's largest logistics players. To be clear, no major partnership has been confirmed. But the significance lies in the fact that IOTA is being discussed in rooms where real trade and logistics decisions matter. That alone marks a shift from theory to relevance. If IOTA and TWIN succeed in becoming part of the backbone of digital trade, the impact could be substantial. The true value of this technology is not in the word "blockchain" itself, but in its ability to make global trade more efficient, trustworthy, and scalable. The real question is no longer whether trade will become more digital. It is which infrastructure will power that transformation. #IOTA and #TWIN may be far closer to that future than many realize.

And just like that, it’s completely VANISHED from the media. A sitting congressman, Ted Lieu, said on the record the Epstein files are being blocked because they show Trump raped and threatened to kill children. Let’s keep this in the spotlight every day.

@iota @wkforum @DomSchiener Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

At the @wkforum in Korea, @DomSchiener explains how IOTA is replacing archaic paper systems with a "Digital Highway" for global trade. ➡️ From Kenya to the UK, IOTA is proving that blockchain can be an infrastructure to bring the world onchain. Full interview: youtube.com/watch?v=ZFOZ0e…

The EU’s DPP mandate is coming. Is your supply chain ready? Join our next BIP Space with @SoNowSann from @HelloOrobo to talk: - Verifiable product data - Real-world recycling use cases - Privacy vs. On-chain transparency 📅 25 March | 11:30 CET x.com/i/spaces/1kKzD…

It is completely tasteless and unacceptable for the sitting President of the United States to celebrate anybody’s death — let alone someone who served this country. Donald Trump continues to show us time and time again that there are no limits to how low he is willing to go.

Shocking New Evidence of DOJ Epstein Coverup! youtu.be/zGoC_zn1fG0?si…

A top U.S. general said Thursday that armed troops shouldn’t be “anywhere near” polling sites during elections while testifying at a Senate Armed Services Committee panel. democracydocket.com/news-alerts/ai…

Said to be from the Epstein Files… a 2009 incident that still feels unanswered. She ran into the street screaming… then vanished that same night

Trump despises anyone with a deep sense of duty, discipline, and patriotism. Rest in peace, Robert Mueller.

@ApexSeek Keep up the great work 👍

I'd describe my approach as cautiously realistic. It's my way of staying grounded managing expectations while carefully weighing risks. Instead of building castles in the air, I focus on solid foundations. This mindset protects me from unnecessary setbacks without closing the door on genuine opportunities

IOTA and TWIN Strike Again The Nigeria Deal Shows What Is Already Being Built Behind the Scenes At first glance, the new £746 million UK-Nigeria deal to modernize two key trading ports in Lagos is mainly about one thing: a major infrastructure project, a record-breaking contract for British Steel, and a clear geopolitical signal of strengthening trade relations between the United Kingdom and Nigeria. But anyone reading between the lines will notice something else. Because projects like this are exactly the kind of foundation that many in the IOTA and TWIN community have been watching for months: the quiet but steady digitization of global trade infrastructure. And once again, there are strong indications that TWIN is becoming relevant precisely where real economic impact is created not in theory, but at the critical nerve centers of global trade. Two Ports, Hundreds of Millions And the Real Leverage Lies in Digitization The official announcement focuses on the modernization of the Lagos Port Complex (Apapa Quays) and the TinCan Island Port Complex. The goal is to upgrade Nigeria's maritime infrastructure, accelerate processes, and significantly improve operational efficiency across its port system. What stands out most is the language used in the announcement: - digitalized and automated processes - fewer paper-heavy procedures - greater transparency - faster handling of imports and exports - lower logistics and demurrage costs - improved predictability of cargo movement This is where things get interesting. Because when ports are not only modernized physically but also restructured at the process and data level, it is no longer just about cranes, steel, and concrete. It becomes about trusted data, interoperable trade processes, digital credentials, cross-border documentation, and an infrastructure that must move information as efficiently as it moves goods. And that is exactly the terrain where TWIN can demonstrate its value. Why This Deal Fits the TWIN Narrative So Well Officially, neither IOTA nor TWIN is named in the government statement. That should be stated clearly. But anyone who has been following TWIN's development over the past months will immediately understand why this announcement is drawing attention in the community. TWIN is not a standalone product for a narrow niche use case. It is designed as digital trade infrastructure, especially relevant wherever multiple stakeholders, countries, authorities, ports, logistics firms, and financing structures come together. In other words, exactly where traditional systems are often slow, expensive, fragmented, and difficult to integrate. And that is precisely what we see here: - an internationally financed infrastructure program - state and quasi-state actors - supply chains involving British industrial companies - strategically important port locations - and a clear objective to digitize and automate operations This is not just any project. It is exactly the kind of project where digital trade networks can prove their value in the real world. The Key Point: This Is Very Likely Not Just a One-Off Win Perhaps the most important takeaway for anyone following IOTA and TWIN is this: This Nigeria project does not look like an isolated event. It looks like another building block in a much larger development that is already taking shape behind the scenes. That is what makes this announcement so significant. Because while many are still waiting for one big headline moment, something far more substantial seems to be unfolding in reality: an entire pipeline of projects, partnerships, and trade corridors being prepared, connected, and gradually operationalized. The signals are becoming harder to ignore. Earlier this week, it was already noticeable that TradeMark Africa, a known IOTA partner, was supporting a trade corridor in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now more signals are emerging that point to additional regional connections and strategic corridor development. This also fits perfectly into the broader picture: the focus is not on one isolated pilot, but on the gradual buildout of a network of real-world use cases across supply chains, borders, and trade routes. That is the real heart of the story. Not "one port project here, one corridor there," but the slow emergence of an infrastructure layer that is already being assembled behind the scenes. Why Africa Matters So Much in This Context West and Central Africa are among the most exciting regions when it comes to the future of digital trade processes. The need is enormous: - more efficient border procedures - less bureaucratic friction - better traceability - more secure documentation - faster financing and cross-border transaction handling When governments, port authorities, trade organizations, and international financing partners begin working together to address exactly these issues, a market begins to emerge in which solutions like TWIN are not just "nice to have," but structurally valuable. Port modernization is especially important because ports are natural hubs. This is where physical goods flows, regulatory requirements, customs processes, financing logic, and international data flows all intersect. Whoever improves efficiency there improves efficiency for entire regions. And that is exactly why Nigeria is likely much more than a standalone announcement. British Steel Is the Headline But Data Infrastructure May Be the Bigger Long-Term Story Of course, the record-breaking contract for British Steel is politically and economically significant. 120,000 tonnes of steel billets, a contract value of £70 million, and strong support for British industrial jobs are major news. But for those watching IOTA and TWIN, the more interesting long-term perspective may lie elsewhere. Because steel modernizes the ports physically. Digital trade infrastructure modernizes them operationally. The real lever for the coming years lies in how efficiently goods can be documented, verified, cleared, financed, and tracked across borders. That is where it will be decided whether modernization was merely expensive - or whether it truly delivered lasting productivity gains. And that is where the real TWIN logic begins. The Market Still Underestimates What Is Being Built Many investors and observers are still focused on individual names, isolated announcements, or explicit official references. But the larger development is unfolding differently. It is taking shape through: - MoUs - infrastructure finance - trade corridors - public-sector partnerships - standardization - and real operational problems that need to be solved. That also means not every project will be announced with full branding clarity from day one. But the patterns are becoming increasingly visible. And those who recognize those patterns understand why announcements like this generate so much attention within the community. Because the point is not only that two ports are being modernized. The point is that exactly the kind of environment is emerging in which TWIN becomes an increasingly logical trust and data layer for trade. Conclusion The £746 million deal between the United Kingdom and Nigeria is far more than just a traditional infrastructure story. It is a signal for the next phase of modern trade architecture: physical renewal combined with digital transformation. And that is exactly why many see it as another indication that IOTA and TWIN continue to gain ground behind the scenes. Not every connection has been officially spelled out yet. But the direction is becoming difficult to ignore. - More digitization - More automation - More transparency - More trade corridors - More international coordination And above all: more real-world projects. Nigeria is therefore probably not the whole story. It is more likely the next visible piece of a much larger puzzle that has already been moving in the background for some time. #IOTA and #TWIN are therefore not approaching a breakthrough in just one place they appear to be becoming part of an entire network, step by step.

@iota Super bullish on IOTA. Trillion or nothing.

A $2.5-3.5T trade finance gap holds back global commerce. Read how IOTA tokenizes trade assets to unlock real-world liquidity. blog.iota.org/iota-manifesto/