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@@ -258,6 +258,12 @@ transaction, the original coin, or each other.  Additionally, the
 refresh protocol ensures that the change is owned by the same entity
 which owned the original coin.
 
+% Summarize key contributions...
+This paper presents the main Taler concepts and fundamental protocols,
+provides correctness arguments, gives an introduction to our freely
+available reference implementation.  Initial experimental results show
+that the system performs well.  Finally, we also discuss limitations
+and practical considerations resulting from the design.
 
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