Local university uses blockchain to authenticate degrees

Usim has launched an app built using blockchain that helps potential employers and relevant parties to authenticate their graduates’ degrees. — Usim

Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (Usim) is utilising blockchain technology to guarantee the authenticity of its graduates’ degrees.

Done using an app called Tasdiq Al-Syahadah (TAS), the service would enable relevant parties – like potential employers – to verify that the graduate’s qualifications are legit.