Thanks for a very detailed summary of that Malta conference. I too agree that "blockchain technology could be the missing piece of the puzzle" here. Although self-Sovereign Identity applications go beyond Digital Diplomas, Learning is indeed a great valuable asset to our society whose value could be stored on the blockchain. Moreover, improving ERASMUS-like exchange processes thanks to a blockchain-based solution could appear very appealing and relevant. Last, political traction for building a blockchain-based ID system, alongside the announcement of progress with a MOOC platform are seen highly positive steps forward too!
Looking forward to the next step which might be to see the birth of an EU-wide blockchain platform enabling student exchanges whilst easing student employability.