Can Technology Benefit From a Scottish 'Yes Vote?

Can Technology Benefit From a Scottish 'Yes Vote?

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Business

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The video discusses the implications of Scottish independence on business, focusing on uncertainty as a natural part of business operations. It highlights potential benefits for the tech industry, such as a different tax regime and R&D incentives. The discussion also covers currency concerns, suggesting that businesses can mitigate risks by pricing in the customer's currency. Finally, it addresses the financial services sector and the responsibilities of bailouts, emphasizing that these are private entities and not government responsibilities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor for business success according to the speaker?

Maintaining a stable environment

Embracing uncertainty and change

Avoiding risks at all costs

Focusing solely on local markets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential benefit does the speaker mention regarding Scottish independence for the tech industry?

Higher corporate taxes

Different business tax regimes

Increased import tariffs

Reduced access to international markets

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest businesses can handle currency issues post-independence?

By using only the local currency

By pricing in the currency of the buying customer

By avoiding international sales

By relying on government subsidies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker believe about the consequences of Scotland not being part of a union?

It would have no impact on the UK

It would be beneficial for the UK

It would lead to immediate economic growth

It would be damaging for the UK

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on financial institutions benefiting from cheap money?

They should receive more government support

They should bear the pain as well

They should be exempt from taxes

They should focus on local investments