The Lomond School in Scotland is breaking new ground by becoming the first educational institution in the United Kingdom to accept Bitcoin (BTC) for tuition payments, starting in the Autumn semester of 2025. This decision aligns with the school's commitment to integrating "sound money principles" from the Austrian School of Economics into its curriculum, aimed at preparing students for an unpredictable future.

In a statement released by the school, they expressed their belief that Bitcoin is a valuable teaching tool that promotes financial literacy and inclusivity. By accepting Bitcoin, Lomond School aims to make education more accessible to individuals, especially those in developing nations, who may not have access to traditional banking services. The school sees Bitcoin as a real-world case study that touches on various

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