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Blockchain Education & Certification
$40,962.93 Raised
REASONS TO INVEST
BIT has trained senior executive teams from many world-leading organizations including the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), Ernst & Young, The Central Bank of Curaçao & St. Maarten, and The Ministry of Economy of Mexico among many others.
The global blockchain market is predicted to grow from $7.18 billion in 2022 to $163.83 billion in 2029, but there is a major lack of resources for certified professional education and certification in blockchain and related technologies – such as cryptocurrency, NFTs, Metaverse and Web 3.*
Blockchain Institute of Technology has received a federal trademark for education services and certification to train and provide verified certificates in blockchain technology.
*Information from Fortune Business Insights Market Research Report (Source)
Since Our Last Raise
- At this moment, we have more than 170,000 students from more than 190 countries enrolled in courses and certificate programs developed by BIT, up from approximately 100,000.
- We have launched in Spanish and are currently expanding into multiple additional languages.
- BIT has created and published multiple new courses focusing on high growth areas including NFT's, Metaverse and Web3 with additional courses and certifications in the works.
the pitch
While the blockchain and cryptocurrency markets are growing exponentially, there is a global shortage of talent educated and certified in the job skills required for the jobs that need to be filled. This is resulting in thousands of unfilled jobs, as there are not enough skilled workers in the field to meet demand. Blockchain Institute of Technology (BIT) is the world standard for blockchain education and certification, with more than 170,000 students from more than 190 countries enrolled in courses and certification programs developed by BIT. We provide high-quality, internationally recognized, credentialed education and certification in blockchain and related technologies – cost-effectively and at scale. Our mission is to empower the full potential of blockchain by expanding access to professional training and certification in the technology.
Overview
Unlocking the Full Potential of Blockchain Through Education and Certification
Demand for experts in blockchain has never been higher, but until now, the industry has lacked a standard education and certification process. Our scalable, effective online courses and training provide a federally-trademarked, internationally credentialed and recognized blockchain certification in order to expand access to this essential new technology. As our customer base grows and we continue to scale, we are ready to become a worldwide standard for blockchain education.
The Problem
Lack of Skilled People in Blockchain Technology is Leading to Thousands of Unfulfilled Jobs, and Unrealized Annual Revenues
In 2020, blockchain was the #1 job skill sought out by employers, but there were only a very limited number of credentialed education and professional certification options to help train talent in this highly demanded area. In 2022 and beyond, the need for educating and certifying blockchain professionals is even more necessary as blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFT, Metaverse and Web3 startups are competing against traditional firms for the limited talent available, and hiring is accelerating at companies with thousands of new blockchain and cryptocurrency jobs being created, all looking to hire from the insufficient number of skilled candidates available.
This shortage of talent skilled in blockchain and cryptocurrencies is having a negative impact on businesses looking to capitalize on the opportunities presented by these fast-growing markets.
According to a Korn Ferry study titled, "Future of Work: The Global Talent Crunch", it is estimated that by 2030, there will be a global human talent shortage of more than 85 million people, or roughly equivalent to the population of Germany. Left unchecked, in 2030 that talent shortage could result in about $8.5 trillion in unrealized annual revenues (Source).
The Solution
Fully Credentialed Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Education and Certification
We address the needs of our customers by developing and offering professional education and certification solutions in blockchain, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency that combine the following elements:
- Scalable, effective online courses and training delivered anytime and anywhere.
- Hybrid online/offline training, certification and content options that can be customized to fit the needs and schedule of any organization.
- Professional certification examinations with accompanying third-party credentialed certificates with a holographic, counterfeit-proof seal, recorded, and third-party certified on a blockchain to avoid fraud and tampering.
By leveraging these elements, BIT is able to deliver fully credentialed blockchain and cryptocurrency professional education and certification at scale, while prioritizing quality, time, and budget for our customers.
Anytime, Anywhere
Unlike many other education and certification providers, BIT's educational offerings and digital certificates can be delivered over the Internet anytime, and anywhere. As part of our constant strategy to improve the systems of business to perfection, and a way to further extend our reach and effectiveness, we have developed and made globally available the "BIT Meta Campus", an online education option delivered on the Metaverse.
*The above graphic depicts a computer generated image of what Blockchain Institute of Technology's BIT Meta Campus looks like in the Metaverse.
Each certificate issued by BIT is recorded on the blockchain to assure authenticity and can be verified independently for accuracy. All certifications and educational materials have been reviewed and are approved and credentialed by Foundational Technologies Institute, a third-party, international professional credentialing organization.
Enthusiastic, Growing Customer Base
There have already been more than 170,000 enrollments in courses and certificate programs developed by Blockchain Institute of Technology, from students in over 190 countries.
In addition, we have developed and delivered corporate trainings to senior executive teams for the following companies and organizations, among others:
- Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae)
- Ernst & Young
- The Central Bank of Curaçao & St. Maarten
- The Ministry of Economy of Mexico
The Market
Supporting an Explosive Market with Massive Global Impact
The global blockchain market size is expected to grow from $7.18 billion in 2022 to $163.83B by 2029, at an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 56.3% (Source).
By 2030, PwC predicts that blockchain technologies could boost the global economy by $1.76 trillion, and Citi estimates that the metaverse economy could be worth $13 trillion (Source | Source).
Our Traction
A Fast Growing Customer Base, Globally Scalable and Federally Trademarked
*The above testimonials may not be representative of the opinions of other blockchain professionals or the experiences of other customers and is not a guarantee of future performance or success.
Since our launch, we have achieved the following milestones:
- Enrolled more than 170,000 students from more than 190 countries in BIT courses and certificate programs.
- Trained senior-level executives from global organizations including the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), Ernst & Young, The Central Bank of Curaçao & St. Maarten, The Ministry of Economy of Mexico, and more.
- Launched our Spanish-language program, and we are in the process of adding several additional languages.
- Received a federal trademark for education services and certification, allowing us to provide verified certificates in blockchain technology under the trademark-protected brand of Blockchain Institute of Technology.
Why Invest
Empowering the Full Potential of Blockchain
At BIT, we have witnessed first-hand the power of the $7.18 billion blockchain market and businesses worldwide need to incorporate blockchain and educate their staff in these technologies in order to remain relevant.
Inside the BIT Meta Campus
We believe our product stands ahead of the market, with a first-mover advantage. We have a proven scalable business model and an advanced third-party credentialing system to provide BIT’s blockchain verified professional certificates.
We hope you’ll join us as we help train and certify the skilled workforce needed for the current blockchain and cryptocurrency global business transformation.
ABOUT
HEADQUARTERS
400 NW 26th St
Miami , FL 33127
WEBSITE
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At Blockchain Institute of Technology, we deliver the World Standard for Blockchain Education and Certification ™ through internationally recognized, credentialed courses and certifications used by students and executives worldwide, delivered cost-effectively and at scale.
TEAM
George Levy
CEO and Chairman
Mike Winston
Founding Advisor
George Murnane
Founding Advisor
Miguel Amigot II
Advisor
Miguel is a learning technologies executive, and serves as Chief Technology Officer for IBL Education, an AI Data-Driven, Open Source, Social Learning Platform. Miguel earned degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from NYU.
Marcelo Burbano
Advisor
Marcelo Burbano is a Managing Partner at PRISMAPAR, a regional M&A and Venture firm founded 19 years ago in Brazil and with a presence in 7 countries in Latin America, US and Spain. Marcelo is also the co-founder of ARUKAY, a co-curricular learning system focused on computational thinking and coding. As of January 2021, ARUKAY had served 100,000 students in 300 schools across Latin America. Since 2000, Marcelo has held various positions in investment banking, strategic consulting, and corporations. Before joining Prismapar, Marcelo led the effort for Latin America of The Parthenon Group, one of the most recognized education strategy consulting firms based in Boston, USA. Marcelo began his career at Deutsche Bank´s M&A group in New York and also worked with Violy McCausland. Marcelo obtained his engineering degree from the Universidad de los Andes and a bachelor degree from The Wharton School (UPENN). He also obtained an MBA from the Harvard Business School.
Scott Fargo
Advisor
Scott has 30 years of experience in IT, including cybersecurity, networking and data management. He is Founder of Bitsonline, a leading publication focused on blockchain and cryptocurrency, and a subject matter expert on decentralized finance (DeFi), cryptocurrency mining and tokenization.
Sam Rauch
Advisor
Sam is a Certified Blockchain Professional (CBCP) and AWS Solutions Architect with 20+ years of IT experience developing emerging technologies solutions. He is the Founder and CEO of SSR Technologies, a blockchain solutions software development firm and creator of SchoolChain a decentralized document issuance and verification platform.
TERMS
Blockchain Institute of Technology
Overview
PRICE PER SHARE
$0.24
DEADLINE
Apr 13, 2023
VALUATION
$24.98M
FUNDING GOAL
$10k - $223k
Breakdown
MIN INVESTMENT
$102
MAX INVESTMENT
$222,637.92
MIN NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
41,666
MAX NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
927,658
OFFERING TYPE
Equity
ASSET TYPE
Common Stock
SHARES OFFERED
Non-Voting Common Stock
Maximum Number of Shares Offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares
*Maximum Number of Shares Offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares. See Bonus info below.
Investment Incentives and Bonuses*
Time-Based Perks
Ultra Early Bird
- Invest in the first 48 hours, get 20% bonus shares
Super Early Bird
- Invest in the first week, get 15% bonus shares
Early Bird
- Invest in the first month, get 10% bonus shares
Amount-Based Perks
$349+ | 1st Perk Title
BIT Logo Pen and Note Pad Set
$500+ | 2nd Perk Title
All previous items + BIT Online Certificate Course of Choice
$1,000+ | 3rd Perk Title
All previous items + BIT Logo T-Shirt
$2,500+ | 4th Perk Title
All previous items + BIT Logo Mug
$5,000+ | 5th Perk Title
All previous items + Certified Blockchain Professional (CBCP) Curriculum and Certification including physical CBCP certificate with your name recorded on blockchain, and featuring holographic counterfeit-proof seal.
$25,000+ | 6th Perk Title
All previous items + Dinner with George Levy, CEO of BIT in Miami, FL* + Certified Senior Blockchain Professional (CSBCP) Curriculum and Certification including physical CSBCP certificate with your name recorded on blockchain, and featuring holographic counterfeit-proof seal.
Loyalty Bonus
All previous Blockchain Institute of Technology StartEngine investors receive 15% bonus shares.
*In order to receive perks from an investment, one must submit a single investment in the same offering that meets the minimum perk requirement. Bonus shares from perks will not be granted if an investor submits multiple investments that, when combined, meet the perk requirement. All perks occur when the offering is completed.
The 10% StartEngine Owners' Bonus
Blockchain Institute of Technology, Inc. will offer 10% additional bonus shares for all investments that are committed by investors that are eligible for the StartEngine Crowdfunding Inc. OWNer's bonus.
This means eligible StartEngine shareholders will receive a 10% bonus for any shares they purchase in this offering. For example, if you buy 100 shares of Non-Voting Common Stock at $0.24/ share, you will receive 110 shares of Non-Voting Common Stock, meaning you'll own 110 shares for $240. Fractional shares will not be distributed and share bonuses will be determined by rounding down to the nearest whole share.
This 10% Bonus is only valid during the investor's eligibility period. Investors eligible for this bonus will also have priority if they are on a waitlist to invest and the company surpasses its maximum funding goal. They will have the first opportunity to invest should room in the offering become available if prior investments are canceled or fail.
Investors will receive the highest single bonus they are eligible for among all bonuses based on the amount invested or time of offering elapsed (if any). Eligible investors will also receive the Owner’s Bonus and Loyalty Bonus in addition to the aforementioned bonus.
ALL UPDATES
Stack Owner's Bonus & Rewards!
Members get an extra 10% shares in addition to rewards below!
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matthew sanson
9 months ago
I'm invested with Blockchain Institute of Technology and I’m CBC Certificate, reason why I invested because I love the Company and the product, I believe It can make a big impact in the world. The product is great as a student with them is was a awesome experience, The courses is very helpful knowledgeable and easy to understand, Great thing about it when you don't understand with something or need some little help The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful to guide you through. And they also have new courses and useful for many different language keep up the good work, George
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Jairus McAllum
3 months ago
I know we just finished doing another funding round what are your plans going forward for a nationwide marketing plan to get noticed by the masses
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Richard Koch
6 months ago
What's the revenue from the 170,000 students? With one employee, there must be impressive profits.
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Richard Koch
6 months ago
Why is your training approach the one everyone will want? What will make a certification from your firm a desirable "resume bullet?"
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Francisco Cervantes
7 months ago
Hello, my name is Frank and I have one question: How much is the minimum I have to Invest to acquire the CBCP certification? My email is frankcervantes@me.com and I am ready to invest
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Jairus McAllum
8 months ago
I am already a shareholder, I was wondering since you teamed up with jet token have you thought about a spinoff. So every shareholder get like 0.25 shares of jet token for every one share of BIT or something like that.
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Kevin Zhang
8 months ago
Will we ever be able to sell the shares we buy? How will we get return on investment in the end?
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W Kim Colich
9 months ago
Hi George, there seems to be a discrepancy in the terms for the "Ultra Early Bird" Bonus. It says, "Invest in the first 48 hours, get 20% bonus shares" - but it also has the 'countdown' as "6 DAYS 7 HOURS 6 MINS 15 SECS" - Which one is correct? The first 48 hours or the first week? Please advise ASAP. Thanks. Blessings
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bryian Tan
9 months ago
Are we investing into the company @ $0.24 / share???
http://blockchaininstitute.com/
By the way, what was the valuation on the first raise?
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