D3.1 Distributed Digital Platform Report

The integration of blockchain technology into various industries has gained considerable interest, and the field of education is no exception. Specifically, this deliverable provides a detailed overview of the blockchain-based BlockAdemiC platform designed for the education sector. The report focuses on the functional and non-functional requirements of the platform, including an extensive reference to technical specifications. The report highlights various aspects of the technologies used by the platform, as well as the potential of blockchain technology to address weaknesses and shortcomings that exist in the current education system. The use of blockchain technology can provide a trusted educational framework that could help verify students' academic credentials and course credits, solving issues related to document authentication. In addition, it mentions how competing platforms have incorporated blockchain technology by leveraging previous literature, and its potential benefits for the education sector. Research studies show that blockchain technology can be used to provide proof of achievement for academic certifications issued by education providers, enhancing credibility and reducing the risk of fraud. Overall, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of the potential benefits of the BlockAdemiC platform and blockchain technology in education in general.