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Learning of Tomorrow

2018.10.26
Learning of Tomorrow’s 1st Blockchain × Education Working Group

The 1st Blockchain × Education Working Group Meeting.
We spoke with Hikaru Kusaka, CEO of Blockhive, who serves as a government technology advisor in Estonia, a country at the forefront of IT.
The true appeal of blockchain lies in its ability to empower individuals—something the internet was unable to fully achieve.
He explained that what makes Estonia so remarkable is that blockchain has become deeply integrated into the lives of its citizens and is widely used, and that the country is adept at fostering an environment conducive to this.
This likely stems from the fact that citizens are willing to “use” it.
It was a very inspiring talk.
Starting with the second meeting and beyond, we will move forward with discussions on proof-of-concept experiments.


　

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  • Digital Picture Book Author

    Professor, Keio University; Ph.D. (Policy and Media)
    Director, B Lab
    Chairperson, Learning of Tomorrow (General Incorporated Association)
    Chairperson, CANVAS

    After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
    He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
    His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”