Indonesia, 28th Jan 2026– Universitas Dian Nuswantoro (UDINUS) officially established the first Blockchain Study Center in Central Java, in collaboration with the Indonesia Blockchain Center (IBC), which is directly affiliated with the Dubai Blockchain Center. This strategic initiative positions UDINUS as a leading academic and innovation hub for blockchain technology in the region.
The establishment of the Blockchain Study Center was marked by the inauguration of the Indonesia Blockchain Center (IBC) Chapter at UDINUS on January 21, 2026. Through this milestone, UDINUS is officially designated as the center for blockchain study, research, and development in Central Java, with access to international networks, expertise, and best practices through its affiliation with Dubai Blockchain Center.
As part of the inauguration, Dubai Blockchain Center, together with Indonesia Blockchain Center (IBC) and Sealbound UAE, presented an award to the Rector of UDINUS, Prof. Dr. Pulung Nurtantio Andono, S.T., M.Kom., in recognition of his leadership and commitment in driving digital transformation and advancing blockchain adoption in higher education.
The establishment of the Blockchain Study Center was accompanied by a Training for Trainers (ToT) program, featuring trainers affiliated with the Dubai Blockchain Center. This program is designed to build local capacity and ensure that UDINUS has a strong pool of certified blockchain educators and practitioners to support teaching, research, and industry collaboration.
The event was also attended by international partners, including Ms. Moussa Alshhehi (Sealbound – UAE) and Mr. Chantal Donelan (NEXSTOX – Malaysia), reflecting growing international collaboration in developing Indonesia’s blockchain ecosystem.
As a major strategic milestone, UDINUS announced that it will become the first university in Indonesia to implement 100% blockchain-based graduation certificates. This initiative aims to ensure the authenticity of academic credentials, prevent forgery, and enable fast and secure global verification by employers, institutions, and stakeholders worldwide.
H. Hambali, representative of Indonesia Blockchain Center, emphasized that the establishment of the Blockchain Study Center at UDINUS represents an important step in building Indonesia’s national blockchain ecosystem.
“UDINUS will serve as a national role model in the utilization of blockchain for education, certification, and anti-fraud systems, while also supporting the development of future-ready digital talent.”
The Rector of UDINUS, Prof. Dr. Pulung Nurtantio Andono, S.T., M.Kom., reaffirmed the university’s long-term commitment to innovation and global collaboration.
“Through this collaboration with Indonesia Blockchain Center and its affiliation with Dubai Blockchain Center, UDINUS is committed to becoming a center of excellence for blockchain development. We aim to produce internationally competitive digital talent and contribute to Indonesia’s transformation toward a technology-driven economy.”
Meanwhile, the Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science (FIK) at UDINUS, Sri Winarno, M.Kom., Ph.D., stated that the Blockchain Study Center will be based at the Faculty of Computer Science and supported by 30 certified trainers from Indonesia Blockchain Center and Dubai Blockchain Center.
The establishment of Central Java’s first Blockchain Study Center at UDINUS further strengthens strategic collaboration among Indonesia Blockchain Center, Dubai Blockchain Center, Sealbound UAE, and NEXSTOX Malaysia, and positions Central Java as one of Indonesia’s emerging hubs for blockchain innovation and digital transformation.
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