Analysis

October 11, 2019

Europe's blockchain ecosystem: cutting through the noise

If you've never understood crypto, don't panic. We summarise the late-stage players you should know about, and explore how Europe is an underestimated hub for the so-called "tech of the future"


Isabel Woodford

4 min read

In blockchain’s 10 short years, US and Asia-based startups have dominated media coverage and venture capital investments. The US has more funded blockchain companies than the UK, China and Singapore combined, taking the bulk of the $23.7bn raised since 2013.

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