Canadian Blockchain Census 2019, Part I: Measuring Canada’s Blockchain Ecosystem

Research Overview

Author: CDCC, BRI
Release Date: October 15, 2019

Abstract:

This research report provides a quantitative view of the blockchain landscape in Canada, based on a survey of 200 respondents and interviews with nearly two dozen people in the blockchain industry and government. It includes a timeline of blockchain innovation. Created and published in collaboration with the Chamber of Digital Commerce Canada and Accenture.

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