The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is preparing to introduce a new learning platform called the Government Blockchain Academy.
According to the agency’s blog post dated September 15, this program aims to help public officials understand and apply technologies such as blockchain, digital currencies, and artificial intelligence (AI) in their work.
It will be created in partnership with the Exponential Science Foundation, which advocates for responsible use of emerging technologies.
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The UNDP stated that the academy’s purpose is to support governments in making better use of digital tools to meet their national goals. The curriculum is expected to provide practical lessons that can be applied to real-world problems.
A part of the program will explore how blockchain can be used to increase trust and security in government systems.
Additionally, the academy aims to address the role of blockchain in improving transparency. One area of interest is the use of digital records to monitor public spending and reduce the risk of fraud.
Governments will also learn about smart contracts and how they can be applied in managing climate-related programs, such as tracking carbon credits.
According to Irena Cerovic, a UNDP regional lead, the goal is to help governments shift from testing new technologies to implementing them, while building stronger, more open systems.
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