'Argentina to Include ethereum and Blockchain in High School Curricula' is a groundbreaking initiative by the Ministry of Education of the City of Buenos Aires. In collaboration with the ETH Kipu Foundation, Argentina is leading the way in incorporating blockchain technology into high school education. The goal is to empower students with the skills needed to excel in the evolving tech industry.
Argentina to Launch Online Solidity Course
Aside from traditional classroom programs, the partnership also involves the creation of an online Solidity course. Solidity is a programming language crucial for developing ethereum-based applications. This course, open to 500 students aged 18 and above, will equip them with the knowledge to actively participate in ethereum's development community.
The training is anticipated to enable young Argentinians to create applications that can enhance local businesses, potentially bolstering the country's economic landscape.
To ensure the success of this initiative, the ETH Kipu Foundation plans to train 30 teachers through a specialized program focused on ethereum and blockchain technology.
This innovative move not only enriches students with technological knowledge but also opens up new career opportunities. Paula D., co-founder of the ETH Kipu Foundation, highlights the transformative nature of this educational integration, stating, "By incorporating ethereum education in high schools, we are not just teaching technology – we are providing the tools for shaping the future."
In a bid to expedite the approval of a set of reforms, Argentina's President Javier Milei decided to exclude the proposed crypto tax law from the "Ley Ómnibus" or the "Law of Bases and Starting Points for the Freedom of Argentines." The initial version of this law required taxpayers to disclose ownership of previously undisclosed assets, including cryptocurrencies.
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However, Minister of Interior Guillermo Francos announced the removal of these clauses, citing the necessity for rapid economic growth and legislative efficiency as the primary motives for the decision. Argentina is currently grappling with a severe inflation crisis, boasting the fourth-highest annual inflation rate globally, standing at 200%.
Despite the economic challenges, Argentina has emerged as one of the fastest-growing cryptocurrency markets. Research indicates that Argentina has one of the highest ownership rates of digital assets worldwide, trailing only behind Turkey.
The country's embrace of digital innovation, coupled with the progressive educational initiatives like the integration of ethereum and blockchain in high school curricula, sets a promising path for Argentina in the global blockchain arena.
