EMURGO Academy and ALM Digital have partnered together to bring Blockchain to aspiring technology enthusiasts in the UAE by providing training services and consulting through this prestigious partnership. Both the organisations have joined hands with a vision of capacity building through various awareness programs, training initiatives, mentoring and consulting with start up’s in Blockchain. This partnership will help train developers, students, Universities, working professionals, leaders and create blockchain experts to expand proliferation of blockchain technology. This strategic business expansion aligns with both EMURGO’s & ALM Digital philosophy and mission to drive the adoption of technology to build a complete ecosystem based on emerging technologies.

This partnership is very significant as 2021 comes with loads of positive news as UAE has announced the “ Blockchain Strategy 2021”. It means by 2021, 50% of the federal level transactions will be done in blockchain technology. This was announced by the Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This unique initiative will set the tone for the rest of the world.

Mr. E. Venkatesan, CEO EMURGO Academy shared that “EMURGO would be able to leverage its expertise in blockchain and AI/ML to ensure that we are able to train and do capacity building and mentor young aspirants to foster blockchain adoption and keen to be a  part of UAE’s vision of Blockchain Strategy 2021”.

Dr. Ajay Shukla, Co Founder , ALM Digital  shared “UAE has always led the way to adopt technologies that will power the future. Building a knowledge base and talent to support the adoption of Blockchain is a market need and we are thrilled to partner with the globally renowned EMURGO Academy to lead this endeavor .”