Tech innovation finding its way in Kosovo

Kosovo has had a hard time competing in Europe with its pains of a recent war and a slowly developing economy. But one area where its youth has excelled is in adopting latest trends in technology and making a run at it. From small local startups to offshoots of western companies searching for affordable, Euro time zone talent, Kosovo has become an attractive ground for innovative tech entrepreneurs looking to expand their vision without breaking the bank. Trends such as cryptocurrency, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence have found favor with many talented teams here. They have understood that the playing field in software development is much more leveled than any other industry and have drunk the digital coolaid.

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