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Business Opportunities from a Local Currency
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19th September 2017
Lots of potential discussion points in this video which is excellent for illustrating the disruptive potential of apps.
Would using a local currency help protect local businesses from national or multinational chains? There have been several attempts to set up local currencies, though with limited success. Is a digital app the solution?
This BBC video examines whether a digital local currency in Liverpool is going to work. Could the Liverpool Pound be the solution? Do your students think it could work in your area?
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