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The initiative's success is anchored in its mission to bridge the knowledge gap between emerging technologies and youth audiences, particularly students, young developers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Through the flagship initiative Bitget Builders, Bitget announced its global expansion through a series of offline engagements, inviting crypto enthusiasts from various backgrounds to co-build the Bitget ecosystem while unlocking insights, event access, and growth opportunities.
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