Blockchain research received a boost as Nano Labs initiates a funding program at Peking University for studies in blockchain technology
Nano Labs Establishes "Nano bit Blockchain Research Fund" with Peking University
In a significant move to support China's transition into a fully digital economy, Nano Labs Ltd, a Nasdaq-listed Web 3.0 infrastructure provider, has announced the establishment of the "Nano bit Blockchain Research Fund" in partnership with Peking University's Guanghua School of Management.
The fund, announced in July 2025, is dedicated to supporting academic research, talent development, and institutional progress in emerging fields such as blockchain technology, digital finance, and the digital economy. The collaboration marks a strategic move by Nano Labs to encourage innovation in these areas.
The donation agreement underscores Nano Labs' intention to play a proactive role in shaping the future of digital innovation within China and beyond. The fund's governance will be managed by the Guanghua School of Management according to its established protocols, ensuring lawful, compliant operations to protect all parties' reputations and sustain the fund's academic and social contributions.
Nano Labs views collaboration with academic and research institutions as essential for achieving meaningful breakthroughs in blockchain and digital finance. The company has committed to protecting the reputational interests of all stakeholders.
Empowering educational institutions is key to building a resilient and forward-thinking digital economy, according to Nano Labs. The fund is designed to support academic pursuits in these fields, fostering stronger links between academia and industry.
The establishment of the "Nano bit Blockchain Research Fund" aligns with China's national vision for advancing digital economic development. Nano Labs plans to continue supporting research into next-generation technologies in Chinese universities, contributing research momentum and technological capability to national development efforts.
Education is seen as a driver of technological growth and enabler of long-term societal benefits by Nano Labs. The initiative aims to strengthen academic research, nurture emerging talent, and contribute to the institutional progress of top-tier universities. The fund is intended to foster a deeper understanding of blockchain technology, digital finance, and the digital economy, and to promote innovation in these areas.
By partnering with Peking University's Guanghua School of Management, Nano Labs has positioned itself at the intersection of enterprise and academia. The company follows a development philosophy centered around technology and value creation, and the fund is a testament to this approach.
Nano Labs has emphasized that the donation reflects both a sense of corporate responsibility and a long-term vision for advancing digital infrastructure and education in China. The company's broader commitment to support China's transition into a fully digital economy is evident in this initiative.
[1] Source: Nano Labs Ltd official press release [2] Source: Peking University's Education Foundation press release
- Nano Labs' initiative, the "Nano bit Blockchain Research Fund," demonstrates a commitment to supporting academic research and talent development in emerging fields such as digital finance and blockchain technology.
- As part of its goal to empower educational institutions, Nano Labs has designed the fund to foster stronger links between academia and industry, with a focus on fostering a deeper understanding of blockchain technology, digital finance, and the digital economy and promoting innovation in these areas.
