June 22, 2026

Introduction to Blockchain for Trade

UN Entity:

ITC

SDGs:

SDG 09: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Innovation:

Blockchain

Time requirement:

Medium (a few days)

Delivery Modality:

Online
This course introduces participants to blockchain technology and provides a basic understanding of its main features. It begins by highlighting the business value of blockchain and the relevance of the technology for international trade. The lectures then move to explain the difference between blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT)
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