Scotland Aims to Be "at the Heart of the Future" of Blockchain Technology
Known for its kilts and bagpipes, golf courses and quality whiskey, Scotland is a country full of traditions. It is also rapidly emerging as a burgeoning hotbed for blockchain technology, known for its disruptive potential in creating innovative solutions for the world of business and commerce. In recent months, robust activity on the part of Scotland’s....
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