Bitget Partners with University of Zurich to Sponsor Blockchain Scholarships in 2025

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, announces its partnership with the University of Zurich, ranked #3 globally for blockchain education by Coindesk in 2021/22. Bitget will sponsor the 6th International Summer School—Deep Dive into Blockchain 2025 at the University of Zurich Blockchain Center (UZH BCC), providing scholarships and career opportunities to students interested in blockchain. This collaboration signals Bitget’s strengthened commitment to blockchain education and youth empowerment. The scholarship forms part of Bitget’s $10M Blockchain4Youth (B4Y) program, designed to widen access to impactful blockchain education for talented and motivated students. Deep Dive into Blockchain (DDiB) is UZH’s flagship international summer school, hosted by the Faculty of Business, Economics, and Informatics, in partnership with the Global Student Experience and organized by the UZH Blockchain Center, chaired by Prof. Dr. Claudio J. Tessone. This immersive, three-week interdisciplinary program covers blockchain’s academic, technological, legal, and economic dimensions. Prof. Dr. Tessone stated, “We are delighted to partner with Bitget. Their support empowers the next generation of blockchain professionals by expanding global access to education. This collaboration reflects our shared vision to foster innovation, diversity, and worldwide talent in Web3. ” Education remains a vital bridge between blockchain innovation and understanding in a rapidly evolving ecosystem. Bitget will fund scholarships for up to 10 students meeting the University of Zurich’s academic and financial criteria. Beyond financial aid, the Bitget Blockchain4Youth Scholarship represents the belief that blockchain’s future relies on the most capable minds, not just privileged backgrounds. Scholarship recipients will receive full coverage of tuition, accommodation, local transportation in Zurich, academic materials, site visits, and participation in intercultural events.
This comprehensive support enables students to focus solely on learning and gain a meaningful educational experience beyond certification. Vugar Usi Zade, Bitget COO, emphasized, “Coming from outside the traditional mold myself, I understand how access unlocks potential. This scholarship isn’t just about blockchain education—it equips future leaders to question, create, and improve the space. We aim to help shape such a lasting legacy. ” He further highlighted the need for interdisciplinary thinkers who grasp blockchain’s societal impact, alongside developers, lawyers, and economists. The 2025 summer school will feature a masterclass by Vugar Usi Zade, providing students insight from a top industry operator. This engagement exemplifies the strategic, long-term partnership between Bitget and UZH, united by goals of innovation, education, and responsible development. Through this partnership, Bitget goes beyond funding education—it actively shapes blockchain’s future. For more information and updates, visit the official program page. About Bitget Founded in 2018, Bitget is a premier global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company serving over 100 million users across 150+ countries. Bitget offers innovative trading solutions, including a pioneering copy trading feature, and provides real-time cryptocurrency prices. Bitget Wallet (formerly BitKeep) is a leading multi-chain crypto wallet delivering comprehensive Web3 services, including wallet management, token swaps, an NFT marketplace, and a DApp browser. Bitget drives crypto adoption via strategic partnerships, such as its role as Official Crypto Partner of LaLiga in Eastern, Southeast Asia, and Latin American markets, and global partnerships with Turkish national athletes like wrestling world champion Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu, boxing gold medalist Samet Gümüş, and volleyball national player İlkin Aydın, inspiring global communities toward the future of cryptocurrency. For more details, visit Bitget’s Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet Media contact: media@bitget. com Risk Warning: Digital asset prices fluctuate and may be highly volatile. Investors should only invest funds they can afford to lose. Investments may not meet financial goals or recover the principal amount. Independent financial advice is recommended. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Bitget disclaims liability for any losses. Nothing herein constitutes financial advice. See Terms of Use for details. A photo linked to this announcement is available at https://www. globenewswire. com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ad7380ff-4658-40ef-9f49-2d963e254957
Brief news summary
Bitget, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has partnered with the University of Zurich—ranked #3 globally for blockchain education—to sponsor the 6th International Summer School, Deep Dive into Blockchain 2025. This collaboration offers up to 10 scholarships through Bitget’s $10 million Blockchain4Youth initiative, covering tuition, accommodation, transport, academic materials, and intercultural events. The three-week interdisciplinary program, led by Prof. Dr Claudio J. Tessone, examines blockchain technology from legal, economic, technological, and academic angles. Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade will contribute by delivering a masterclass, sharing valuable industry insights. This partnership demonstrates a commitment to accessible blockchain education, fostering innovation, diversity, and preparing future leaders for the blockchain sector. Founded in 2018, Bitget serves over 100 million users worldwide and promotes crypto adoption via strategic partnerships and ambassador programs.
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