Ed3 Weekly Issue #158: Crypto in the City
Crypto makes its way into our metropolitan centers increasing adoption across teh globe
Hello blockchain enthusiasts!
It continues to be an exciting time in the blockchain and education world.
Several themes have been emerging as frontrunners in the process of mass adoption of this new technology, higher ed programs about cryptocurrencies, the role of crypto in financial literacy, and how companies are bringing web3 into our classrooms.
With years of crypto adoption now under our belt, we can gather some key data about what cities are leading the way. You can learn more about this in our deep dive for the week.
In it, we explore a recent report that outlines crypto’s growth in places like Hong Kong, Zurich, and Singapore.
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🪙 Bitcoin News
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💰 Crypto News
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🤿 Deep Dive
Crypto Friendly Cities Index 2025
🔗 This article highlights the global shifts within our financial and technological power towards crypto-friendly cities, driven by factors like regulatory clarity, talent migration, and the adoption of digital assets. This trend of decentralization and the prioritization of digital infrastructure and innovation in finance represents the shifts happening in the future of education.
Crypto-forward cities are attracting wealth and talent by embracing new technologies and regulatory frameworks. Similarly, the future of education could see a similar movement towards platforms and institutions that leverage blockchain for secure credentialing, transparent resource management, and the empowerment of learners in decentralized, globally connected environments.
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