[company_age]9.0[/company_age][employees]2-10 employees[/employees][funding]Pre seed[/funding][description]Open Source University (OSU) is a blockchain-based platform that aims to revolutionize the way individuals and organizations manage and share educational and professional credentials. Founded in 2017, OSU leverages distributed ledger technology to create a secure, transparent, and verifiable ecosystem for learners, educators, and businesses. \n\nOSU's unique approach lies in its focus on open-source principles and its commitment to empowering learners with control over their credentials. The platform enables individuals to showcase their achievements, connect with educational and professional opportunities, and participate in a global marketplace for learning and development. \n\nOSU's key differentiators include:\n\n* **Blockchain-based infrastructure:** OSU utilizes the Ethereum blockchain to ensure the authenticity and immutability of credentials, fostering trust and transparency within the ecosystem.\n* **Decentralized and learner-centric:** OSU empowers learners to own and manage their credentials, giving them greater control over their educational and professional journeys.\n* **Global reach and accessibility:** OSU's platform is accessible to individuals and organizations worldwide, promoting inclusivity and borderless access to learning and development opportunities.\n* **Smart contracts and tokenization:** OSU employs smart contracts to automate processes and facilitate seamless transactions within the platform, while its EDU token incentivizes participation and fuels the ecosystem's growth.\n\nOSU's vision is to create a world where individuals are empowered to pursue their educational and professional aspirations, regardless of their background or location. By leveraging the power of blockchain technology and open-source principles, OSU is paving the way for a more equitable and accessible future of learning and development.[/description][ps]Open Source University provides a platform for learners, educators, and businesses to connect, share, and verify educational and professional credentials. The platform utilizes blockchain technology to ensure the authenticity and immutability of credentials, fostering trust and transparency within the ecosystem.[/ps]