John Paul Hampstead
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Gates, a16z invest in KoBold Metals, AI startup hunting ethical cobalt
KoBold Metals’ algos analyze geological data to find untapped sources of cobalt ore.
KoBold Metals’ algos analyze geological data to find untapped sources of cobalt ore.
Though cobalt is an integral part of our lithium-ion batteries, the extraction of the trace element is a huge cause for concern. Blockchain could provide respite by bringing accountability and transparency into cobalt supply chains.