GTS Press Journal of Business Analytics Management and Digital Economy 1 1 2026 06 11 Blockchain for Global Trade 2 10.1234/jbamde.2023.002 EN Author Independent Researcher Journal Article 2026 05 02 We evaluate the architectural resilience and trust-propagation mechanisms of decentralized ledgers in global supply chains, specifically focusing on the mitigation of systemic risk in cross-border logistics. Through a cross-sectional analysis of 100+ enterprise implementations, this research demonstrates that zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP) can reduce cross-border counterfeiting by 94% while maintaining strict data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. The paper outlines a multi-layered trust model for Industry 4.0 environments that prioritizes immutable verification over traditional trust-based intermediaries. This research serves as a cornerstone for future investigations into Blockchain for Global Trade. #