But we’re not looking to compare apples and oranges, 2/4  BIS central bankers' speeches  hence our efforts to base the experiment on today’s real-world conditions. Blockchain needs to fit into the real world, not vice versa. Earlier on, I mentioned the sense of disillusionment which has now clouded many blockchain projects.
But let me reiterate our commitment to exploring these issues with an open mind – it would be wrong to overlook any opportunities that might arise. Just remember: the first motorised seagoing vessels lagged behind the fastest sailing boats of the day.