Blockchain and Verifiable Credentials are about to revolutionize the world of academics.
15 May 2023, 18:55
Blockchain and Verifiable Credentials are about to revolutionize the world of academics š
Did you know the European Commission is running pilots to implement this tech?
But... what are Verifiable Credentials? š
Verifiable Credentials are digital equivalents of physical documents - like your university diploma.
Cryptography makes them tamper-proof and the blockchain ensures they are verifiable anywhere, at any time. šā
How does this work in academia?
Imagine you're an employer. š
You receive hundreds of resumes, each claiming impressive degrees.
How do you verify them?
With Verifiable Credentials, you could confirm a candidate's qualifications with a click! š±ā”ļø
Or perhaps you're a student.
š Transferring schools or applying for a job abroad?
No need to worry about waiting weeks or months for verification. Your Verifiable Credentials can be verified immediately! šš£
This sounds great, but what about privacy? šµļø