Skip to 0 minutes and 11 seconds NAYYAR ZAIDI: From reshaping financial systems to redefining how trust works in a digital world, blockchain technologies are driving a new wave of transformation in the digital economy. Understanding how they work and how to apply them has become essential for anyone looking to lead in the future of finance and innovation. Hi, I’m Dr. Nayyar Zaidi, and I’m the course director for emerging technologies micro-credentials at Deakin University, and blockchain is one of the key units in this programme. If you’re curious about how blockchain is changing the rules in the sectors like fintech, supply chains, or digital identity, then this unit is for you. Throughout this unit, you will gain technical, operational, and analytical insights into how blockchain works and why it matters.
Skip to 1 minute and 3 seconds You will explore the core principles of decentralised life’s finance, how it challenges traditional systems, and how it opens up new opportunities for innovation, inclusion, and efficiency. Together, we will reflect on real-world use cases across industries, evaluating how blockchain is already being implemented and where it could go next. You will apply design thinking, systems thinking, and creative inquiry to explore how you can leverage these technologies in practical and impactful ways. Whether you’re a technologist, a strategist, or innovator, this unit will give you the knowledge and the framework to make informed decisions and lead blockchain conversations with confidence. This isn’t just a deep dive into the technology.
Skip to 1 minute and 51 seconds It’s a strategic look at how blockchain is shaping the future of business and your role in that future. Let’s get started and explore how decentralised thinking can unlock new value in a connected world.
