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+= Bisq network "numbers"
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+This repository is for tracking key "numbers" related to the Bisq network, for example, https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1M8y2cIlHv5Hx5UAt4WZ961Ac8xaNSLiiavjxabNf0qc/edit#gid=966637110[Global Trading Volume in USD] (Google Sheet).
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+If you have questions or comments, come chat with us in the `#numbers` channel of the https://bisq.network/slack-invite[Bisq Slack workspace].
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+If you have a specific request or issue related to these numbers or spreadsheets, please open a GitHub issue in this repository.
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+See also the https://github.com/bisq-network/roles/issues/40[number cruncher] role.