London Stock Exchange to create traditional assets trading platform on blockchain

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) Group is planning to create a blockchain-based platform for traditional financial assets, aiming to improve efficiency and transparency in trading, although it will not be involved with cryptocurrencies. If successful, LSE Group would be the first major stock exchange to offer a blockchain-powered ecosystem.

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