Bitget Partners with University of Zurich for Blockchain Education Initiative

Bitget, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a strategic partnership with the University of Zurich, renowned for its top-tier blockchain education. This collaboration will see Bitget sponsor the 6th edition of the International Summer School – Deep Dive into Blockchain 2025 program at the University of Zurich Blockchain Center. The initiative aims to provide scholarships and career opportunities to students interested in blockchain technology, marking a significant step in Bitget’s commitment to blockchain education and youth empowerment.

The scholarship program is part of Bitget’s broader $10 million Blockchain4Youth (B4Y) initiative, designed to make high-impact blockchain education more accessible to motivated students worldwide. The Deep Dive into Blockchain (DDiB) program, hosted by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Informatics in collaboration with the Global Student Experience, offers an immersive, interdisciplinary exploration of blockchain from academic, technological, legal, and economic perspectives. The three-week program is organized by the UZH Blockchain Center under the academic leadership of its chairman, Prof. Dr. Claudio J. Tessone.

Dr. Claudio J. Tessone, Professor of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies at the University of Zurich and Director of Deep Dive into Blockchain, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. “We are delighted to partner with Bitget for Deep Dive into Blockchain. Their support empowers the next generation of blockchain professionals by making education more accessible globally. This collaboration reflects our shared vision of fostering innovation, diversity, and global talent in the Web3 space,” he stated.

Bitget is funding scholarships for up to 10 students who meet both the academic and financial criteria set by the University of Zurich. The Bitget Blockchain4Youth Scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, transportation within Zurich, access to academic materials and site visits, as well as participation in intercultural programs and events. This comprehensive support structure is designed to empower students to focus on learning and gain a deeper perspective on blockchain technology.

Vugar Usi Zade, COO at Bitget, highlighted the importance of access and opportunity in the blockchain industry. “As someone who entered this industry from outside the traditional mold, I know what access and opportunity can unlock. This scholarship isn’t just about learning blockchain—it’s about equipping future leaders with the tools to question, to build, and to leave the space better than they found it. That’s the kind of legacy we want to help shape,” he said. He further emphasized the need for cross-disciplinary thinkers who understand the full societal impact of blockchain.

The 2025 program will also feature a masterclass by Bitget COO, Vugar Usi Zade, offering students firsthand insight from one of the industry’s leading operators. This academic-industry dialogue enables the long-term strategic partnership between Bitget and the University of Zurich, anchored in mutual goals of innovation, education, and responsible development.

With this partnership, Bitget is not only funding education but also shaping the future of the blockchain industry. The collaboration underscores Bitget’s commitment to driving crypto adoption and empowering the next generation of blockchain innovators. The Blockchain4Youth program shows that Bitget wants to help youths become active in the blockchain industry. Thanks to scholarships and new job opportunities, the partnership will work to make the blockchain industry more welcoming, open to all, and diverse.