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# Blockchain Basics

Blockchain is a vast and complex subject. Depending on the depth of explanation desired, it can range from a brief overview taking just minutes to an in-depth study requiring months to fully grasp its intricacies and implications. With a short introduction, we would like to scratch the surface of the transformative world of blockchain technology and mention why we speak of Web3. Even if groundbreaking applications are a reality, and distributed ledger system are reshaping our digital landscape, we want to enroll you to become a pioneer of what still remains uncovered, hoping that you will choose VeChain as your home.

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