What is the potential of blockchain technologies (DLT) in the field of e-government, and in particular for procedures for recognition of credentials? If so, what are the specific hurdles in implementing a DLT-based solution in the context of e-administration at transnational level? I recently published a research article on blockchain, e-government and recognition which you can access and download at: Article Blockchain in international e-government processes: Opportun...
(published by Elsevier, in Research in Globalization).The fact is that beyond bitcoins and some Fintech applications, DLT / BC has led to encouraging use cases in some transnational administrative procedures, e.g. recognition of qualified exporters in the context of customs procedures, or in the field of government procurement bids. But for now that's about it. Are there other example of transnational administrative procedures where BC use cases could be developed? In my article I examine what are the opportunities and challenges of using the DLT /BC in the context of official recognition of foreign diplomas (diplomas earned abroad) by governments. Now I wish to ask the views on that from the RG community of researchers.
Many thanks Jaroslav Dvorak
, I also came to the conclusion that there is a reluctance by states to adopt new technologies in their procedures for official recognition of foreign qualifications. But isn't that odd at a time where all governments are talking about digitization of their services to citizens and e-administration? I think it is worth deepening where the obstacles are: on the administration side or on the technology developer side?Best regards
Christian
Blockchain technology is described as a distributed ledger technology (DLT) underpinned by five fundamental principles: decentralization, peer-to-peer transmission; transparency with pseudonymity; irreversibility of records; and computational logic. The technology was started with the digital currency Bitcoin, which was solely meant for electronic payments. The potential of blockchain technology goes far beyond powering electronic payments. It can be used to record and track virtually anything, like birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, deeds and titles of ownership, educational degrees, financial accounts, medical procedures, insurance claims, votes, provenance of food and many more. According to the World Economic Forum, by 2025 10% of the world’s GDP (currently about $100 trillion) may be on blockchain. Blockchain technology currently is developing rapidly in both public and private uses.
For diplomas, I believe that more important than the technological aspects, the governments need to work to establish a common regulatory ground and push for the change. In the context of increasing international student mobility, the existing process to recognize diplomas (and degrees) is quickly becoming obsolete. It is interesting to notice that Brazil is moving to have all diplomas issued on blockchain starting this year with 2 state universities and aiming to push to all federal universities soon.
For example, how does the lack of a transnational approach make it worthy for a Brazilian student to plan to use such a diploma in the EU?
Therefore, I believe it is critical to have a transnational approach to the subject.
Yes, Christian Pauletto, totally agree with you. More and more the technology is not anymore a barrier to change and innovation, instead, regulatory, social, and economic aspects continue to shape and drive how these changes are adopted and accepted.
Poate prezenta o oportunitate! Este o constructie digitala a viitorului sub mai multe feluri: siguranta BIG DATA, eficienta de resurse hard, economii, etc
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