S2E3 - Blockchain in Israel - The Start-up Nation with Global Appeal

We take a closer look at Israel, known by many as 'Start-up Nation'... A country famous for its production line of entrepreneurs, military-inspired tech, cryptography and most recently Blockchain. Home to over 250 global R&D centres, 6,000 tech companies and 150 Blockchain businesses, Israel has a unique recipe for success in tech - and Blockchain is no exception.  In this episode we cover:  - The rapid adoption of Blockchain in Israel from Bitcoin to ICOs to creating leading global players - The story behind 'Start-up Nation' and why Israel's entrepreneurs are so successful - The diversity and make-up of the Israeli Blockchain community  - Country-specific use cases around Financial Services, Trade, Identity and Healthcare - Chutzpah: the secret, intangible ingredient behind all Israeli successes - And a rare cameo from the legendary Aviv Lichtigstein - Founder of 101 Blockchains Shout to the amazing guests who made this show possible: Yael Rozencwajg, Odelia Torteman, Rena Thomas, Igal Nevo, Kfir Nissan, Gabi Zodik, and Aviv Lichtigstein