- Bitget partners University of Zurich Blockchain Center for student scholarships.
- Ten students get full funding for 2025 “Deep Dive into Blockchain” summer program.
- Part of Bitget’s $10M Blockchain4Youth initiative to foster Web3 talent.
Global crypto exchange Bitget has partnered with the University of Zurich Blockchain Center to support the education of future blockchain professionals.
According to the press release, Bitget will sponsor ten students for the university’s 2025 Deep Dive into Blockchain summer program. This effort is part of Bitget’s broader Blockchain4Youth initiative.
Full Scholarships Target Global Talent for Zurich Program
As part of the partnership, Bitget will fund full scholarships for ten students who meet specific academic and financial requirements set by the University of Zurich.
The scholarships are comprehensive, covering all major expenses, including tuition, accommodation, local transportation, academic resources, and access to cultural events during the program.
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The Deep Dive into Blockchain (DDiB) is a three-week international summer school hosted by the University of Zurich’s Faculty of Business, Economics, and Informatics. It offers students a structured and interdisciplinary study of blockchain technology from legal, technical, and economic perspectives.
Part of Bitget’s $10M Blockchain4Youth Education Drive
The scholarship program falls under Bitget’s $10 million Blockchain4Youth (B4Y) initiative, which seeks to make blockchain education more accessible. Launched in 2023, B4Y has since aimed to close educational gaps and create new career pathways in Web3 for students around the world.
“This collaboration reflects our shared vision of fostering innovation, diversity, and global talent in the Web3 space,” said Prof. Dr. Claudio J. Tessone, Director of the UZH Blockchain Center.
Bitget’s sponsorship goes beyond financial support. The partnership also promotes active knowledge-sharing between academia and industry.
Bitget COO to Lead Masterclass
As part of the program, Bitget Chief Operating Officer Vugar Usi Zade will lead a masterclass. His session will provide students with direct insights from an industry executive on blockchain’s real-world applications and challenges.
“This scholarship isn’t just about learning blockchain—it’s about equipping future leaders with tools to question, build, and improve the space,” Usi Zade said. He emphasized the importance of cross-disciplinary thinking in shaping the future of technology.
Bitget Continues Push for Blockchain Education and Adoption
Established in 2018, Bitget serves more than 100 million users across 150 countries. The exchange offers crypto trading tools and operates Bitget Wallet, a multi-chain wallet platform that supports NFTs, DApps, and token swaps.
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The company has been proactive in promoting blockchain adoption through strategic initiatives. These include its partnership with Spain’s LALIGA in select global markets and collaborations with Olympic and world champion athletes to promote crypto awareness.
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