The University of Zurich Сloses an Academic Partnership with a DAO

The Blockchain Center of the University of Zurich has closed an academic partnership with Meta Pool DAO. Within the framework of this new academic alliance, students from various Latin American countries will be able to study at the Blockchain Center of the University of Zurich.

Both organizations have made history, as this is the first time the academic institution has partnered with a Decentralized Autonomous Organization. The initiative will allow for an exchange of knowledge between the leading international blockchain protocols and Latin American students. The partnership reflects the fundamental principles of a DAO , which are transparency, participation, and social responsibility, pillars that have accompanied Meta Pool from the beginning.

Founded in Latin America, Meta Pool is the first liquid-staking solution on the NEAR Protocol and Aurora (EVM) and a multi-blockchain platform that supports Ethereum, Internet Computer Protocol, Solana, and Q Blockchain. The total value locked is around 21.95 million delegated NEAR tokens (USD 153.5M). It has support from leading crypto funds such as Dragonfly, A&T Capital, Lyrik Ventures, IOSG Ventures, Aquarius Capital, Big Brain Holdings, DARMA Capital, Curiosity Capital, Sky Vision Capital, D1 Ventures, and angels.

“We believe that frontier markets are where blockchain mass adoption will begin, and empowering scholars through the Summer School program at the University of Zurich is the best way to bring education to our region through an immersive program,” said Claudio Cossio, co-founder of Meta Pool DAO.

Transparency is essential, and it is manifested in open communication about operations, finances, and governance, sharing each step with the community. Participation and empowerment are key to promoting community inclusion in decision-making and ensuring that everyone has a voice and a stake in the organization’s success.

University of Zurich Initiatives

The Blockchain Center of the University of Zurich is a leading academic initiative focused on interdisciplinary research and education in the field of blockchain technology. Since its establishment, the center has been a key point of contact between academia, industry, and policymakers, promoting a deep understanding of distributed trust systems.

The center has previously undertaken initiatives such as the “Deep Dive into Blockchain Summer School,” an opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the world of blockchain and learn from subject matter experts.

It has also organized the Advanced Studies Certificate (CAS) in Blockchain, an initiative that offers high-quality education specifically designed for crypto industry leaders and is taught by world-renowned professors in academic disciplines such as Law, Computer Science, Economics, and Finance. The interdisciplinary approach is essential to unveil the true potential of this emerging technology.