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Digital tokens could transform the economies of the Middle East and North Africa - if the governance keeps up

Digital artwork by humanoid robot Sophia, developed by Hanson Robotics, are seen at her studio before her non-fungible token (NFT) artwork is auctioned, in Hong Kong, China March 16, 2021. Picture taken March 16, 2021. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu - RC25GM9F3OM7

Digital tokens can represent shares of art, real estate or land on a blockchain network. Image: REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

Abdulla Bin Touq
Minister of Economy, Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates
Mirek Dušek
Managing Director, World Economic Forum
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