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Binance Academy Introduces University-Accredited Programs with Discount and Rewards

Binance Academy has recently unveiled a range of university-accredited programs in partnership with leading educational institutions in Europe. These programs are designed to provide learners with in-depth knowledge and understanding of blockchain technology and digital assets. The participating universities include the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE), the European Business Institute (EBI) of Luxembourg, … Continue reading Binance Academy Introduces University-Accredited Programs with Discount and Rewards

Japanese University Integrates Blockchain for Tamper-Proof Academic Records

The Muroran Institute of Technology, located in Hokkaido, Japan, is piloting a blockchain initiative to authenticate its students’ academic records. As reported by the Nikkei Asian Review on Dec 3, the Japanese university has collaborated with Nippon Telegraph and Telephone West Corporation for the blockchain program expected to begin by March 2020. BarnardSoft Co. Ltd is … Continue reading Japanese University Integrates Blockchain for Tamper-Proof Academic Records

British University Reveals Blockchain-Enabled Digital Certificate to Water Down COVID-19 Dangers Across Supply Chains

Birmingham City University (BCU) in the United Kingdom is testing the waters with a blockchain-based digital safety certificate to safeguard consumers and suppliers from risks triggered by the coronavirus (COVID-19). According to the press release shared with Blockchain.News, the digital certificate dubbed the Coronavirus Clearance Certificate (CCC), will be instrumental in reassuring stakeholders across supply … Continue reading British University Reveals Blockchain-Enabled Digital Certificate to Water Down COVID-19 Dangers Across Supply Chains

University of Sussex Researchers Say Blatant Market Manipulation is a Disaster to Traditional Safe Havens

The University of Sussex Business School recently published an analysis indicating that widespread market manipulation is a serious problem that regulators should deal with so that to confront false prices and avoid distorting the minds of investors. According to the report, the COVID-19 pandemic has created huge volatility in global financial markets. But as … Continue reading University of Sussex Researchers Say Blatant Market Manipulation is a Disaster to Traditional Safe Havens

Students at Texas-based University Accorded with Blockchain-Powered GreenLight Credentials

The University of North Texas (UNT) in Dallas has unveiled GreenLight Credentials, a blockchain-enabled academic records verification platform, for its students, giving them more control of their transcripts. Student empowerment via blockchain Through this strategic collaboration, UNT Dallas students will be able to easily share their academic credentials quickly and securely across the globe. Additionally, … Continue reading Students at Texas-based University Accorded with Blockchain-Powered GreenLight Credentials

Why Did the University of California San Francisco Pay Hackers $1.4 Million in Bitcoin?

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), has recently paid criminal hackers $1.14 million to resolve a ransomware attack. The university reportedly paid the amount in 116.4 Bitcoins worth over $1 million. The Netwalker ransomware gang is believed to be responsible for the attack. Initially, the group demanded a $3 million ransom, but the UCSF … Continue reading Why Did the University of California San Francisco Pay Hackers $1.4 Million in Bitcoin?

Ransomware Attack Directed Towards University of California Generated 118 Bitcoin

The University of California, San Francisco’s plans to further COVID-19 vaccine research were disrupted by a ransomware attack on the school’s servers. Ransomware Operation Hits US, Seeks $3 Million School files, transcripts, employee, and student-related data were reported to have been stolen during the hack. The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) was working on a vaccine for … Continue reading Ransomware Attack Directed Towards University of California Generated 118 Bitcoin

University of Utah Paid Out $450k to Ransomware Gang to Prevent Student Data Leak

The University of Utah paid a hefty sum of $457,059.24 to a ransomware gang to prevent compromised student data from being leaked online. The hush payment amounted to $$457,059.24. According to the University of Utah, computing servers in the school department of College of Social and Behavioral Science (CSBS) experienced a criminal ransomware attack on … Continue reading University of Utah Paid Out $450k to Ransomware Gang to Prevent Student Data Leak

University of Cambridge: Crypto Asset Users Have Skyrocketed to 101 Million Globally

In its 3rd Global Cryptoasset Benchmarking Study, The University of Cambridge found that the estimated number of cryptoasset users stood at 101 million worldwide. This is nearly three times the number of crypto investors recorded in 2018, which was estimated to be around 35 million. The growing appetite for crypto The report by the Cambridge Centre … Continue reading University of Cambridge: Crypto Asset Users Have Skyrocketed to 101 Million Globally

Cardano Integrated into University of Zurich’s 2021 Blockchain Curriculum

The University of Zurich has announced that a course on Cardano will be integrated into their 2021 Blockchain Curriculum. Although highly uncommon, blockchain classes have slowly made their way into the academic agenda of universities across the world. This trend is likely going to continue, with the emergence of blockchain and cryptocurrencies as the future … Continue reading Cardano Integrated into University of Zurich’s 2021 Blockchain Curriculum