AKTU Makes History: First Indian University to Issue 50K Blockchain-Verified Degrees

India's education sector just got a crypto-powered upgrade. AKTU—Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University—leapfrogs bureaucracy by putting 50,000 degrees on-chain. No more 'lost transcripts' excuses.

Why it matters:

- Tamper-proof credentials slash fraud (take notes, diploma mills).

- Employers can verify qualifications in seconds—no more notary fees.

- Sets precedent for India's 1,000+ universities still using paper.

The kicker? While Wall Street still debates blockchain's ROI, AKTU's move proves the tech cuts costs where it counts—even if bankers can't monetize it yet.

Blockchain Gains Ground in India

AKTU’s efforts also indicate that India is gradually moving towards blockchain adoption, which has raised hopes of a “New India” in digital infrastructure. Recently, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal met Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge to explore collaboration on blockchain, cybersecurity, and developer engagement. They discussed developer tools, training programs, cybersecurity partnerships, and possible joint hackathons.

Grewal posted on X, “I am excited to explore how Coinbase can further support Karnataka’s tech leadership. The future is onchain—and it’s being built here.”

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