Problem:

Women in Cloud (WIC) achieved an extraordinary milestone by securing a Guinness World Record™ title for the Most Users in a Vision Board Video Hangout. The event, led by WIC President Chaitra Vedullapalli, brought together 632 global participants who created vision boards, resulting in 503 qualifying submissions under Guinness standards. However, WIC wanted to ensure that this momentous achievement was not only commemorated but also digitally verifiable, easily shareable, and offered tangible long-term value to participants beyond a simple certificate or trophy.

Solution:

To reimagine how achievements are recognized, WIC partnered with Virtualness to introduce blockchain-powered NFT trophies that serve as permanent, authenticated tokens of accomplishment. This initiative included:

• NFT Trophies with Certificates of Authenticity: Each record holder received an exclusive digital token stored securely on the blockchain.
• Exclusive Access & Benefits: NFT holders gained access to special events, mentorship opportunities, and exclusive videos from industry leaders.
• Shareability & Digital Permanence: Unlike traditional awards, these blockchain-based NFTs allowed recipients to showcase their achievements on social media and beyond.
• Security & Verifiability: The blockchain guarantees the authenticity of the tokens, ensuring that achievements remain tamper-proof and easily verifiable.

Results:

The partnership between Women in Cloud and Virtualness resulted in a groundbreaking shift in event recognition:

• Enhanced Digital Recognition: Participants received permanent, blockchain-backed proof of their achievements.
• Global Community Engagement: NFT holders became part of a worldwide network of WIC supporters and awardees.
• Verified & Secure Ownership: Unlike paper-based certificates, blockchain tokens eliminated the risks of duplication or loss.
• Increased Visibility & Value: NFT trophies added collectible and shareable value, making recognition more interactive and meaningful.

Reflecting on this collaboration, Chaitra Vedullapalli, President of WIC, shared: “Setting this record was not just about numbers; it was about fostering a collective spirit and inspiring individuals globally. Virtualness provided the perfect technology to immortalize this achievement in a meaningful and accessible way.”

Kirthiga Reddy, Co-Founder and CEO of Virtualness, emphasized: “We’re thrilled to partner with WIC in revolutionizing awards and recognition. By leveraging blockchain, we are moving away from traditional certificates to dynamic, shareable, and secure digital tokens.”

This initiative marks a paradigm shift in how awards and achievements are celebrated, showcasing how blockchain technology can redefine recognition, making it more engaging, permanent, and valuable.

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