What are digital credentials? Examples and definitions

What are digital credentials? Examples and definitions

“What would an academic degree look like if it were designed today? Or a professional certificate? Or a certificate for an online course? As the question of trusted verification and authentication of learning and credentials arises with increased urgency, we need to redesign the way we issue, recognize and transact with academic credentials” – Digital … Read more

Is blockchain compliant with the GDPR ?

Is blockchain compliant with the GDPR ?

Blockchain is THE technology of the future for data processing, storage and traceability. This solution is increasingly used by stakeholders in finance, the insurance sector, law, etc. But what about blockchain when processing personal data? Is it compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? Is personal data stored in blockchain safe and protected, and what … Read more

Digital Certificates Deciphered: Their Types, Significance, and Role in Educational Success

Digital Certificates Deciphered: Their Types, Significance, and Role in Educational Success

Digital certificates have become indispensable in the digital realm, vital for securing online interactions, verifying identities, and safeguarding data. What exactly is a digital certificate? It’s an electronic verification tool for confirming the identity of a person or entity, or the legitimacy of a digital document. These certificates are crucial for secure communication, authenticating parties … Read more

THESE UNIVERSITIES THAT MAKE EUROPE – From Knowledge to Trust.

Oxford university - The Queen College by Fenlio

University of Oxford founded in 12th century Article written by Olivier Sérès In the heart of the 13th century, the emergence of universities weaves a powerful network of knowledge, catalyzing student mobility across Europe. Two centuries later, Erasmus, the prince of the Republic of Letters, embodies this remarkable humanist movement. University of Bologna, founded in 1088 … Read more

Pioneering Digital Credentials: An In-Depth University Case Study

Pioneering Digital Credentials: An In-Depth University Case Study

Digital Credentials represent a significant leap in academic certification, providing a digital alternative to traditional titles, diplomas, or certificates. Enhanced by blockchain technology, these credentials are verifiable, ensuring their integrity and safeguarding against falsification. The term “Verifiable Credentials” aptly describes this new secure format. Adopting digital credentials is crucial for universities, as evidenced by the … Read more

What are credentials? Definition, types and examples

Understanding Credentials: Types, Importance, and Evaluation

In today’s complex professional and academic landscape, credentials are more than a necessity, they are often the very key to unlocking job and educational opportunities. By dictionary-definition, a credential is essentially proof of who you are and what you have achieved.  Whether it’s for a university degree, or industry certification or license, each credential plays … Read more

How BCdiploma Contributes to Better Career Management for Professional Mariners in French Polynesia

How BCdiploma Contributes to Better Career Management for Professional Mariners in French Polynesia

Maritime navigation faces considerable administrative and regulatory challenges for mariners and professionals in the field. In this context, the “IHITAI” project (meaning “Mariner” in Tahitian), led by the Government of French Polynesia and implemented by the Polynesian Directorate of Maritime Affairs (DPAM), was established. It represents a significant innovation that modernizes the career management of … Read more

ENSCI – Les Ateliers Modernizes and Secures its Diplomas with Blockchain

ENSCI - Les Ateliers

ENSCI – Les Ateliers, a prestigious school specializing in industrial design and creation, recently turned to the BCdiploma solution for the digital certification of its diplomas. In an exclusive interview with Geneviève Sengissen, Director of Lifelong Learning at ENSCI – Les Ateliers, we gained insights into the school’s motivations, the challenges faced during the solution’s … Read more