Published May 24, 2022

How Ukraine’s wide use of cryptocurrency is playing out during the war

Michael Chobanian, president of the Blockchain Association of Ukraine, delves into Ukraine's revolutionary use of cryptocurrency amid war, exploring its impact on financial independence, governance, and adoption, while highlighting the challenges of implementing decentralized systems in times of conflict.

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