*Feature image caption: (in the from line, from the left) Aftab Siddiqui (APRICOT/APNIC Foundation), Andrei Ferrian (SOI Asia), (in the back) Achmad Husni Thamrin (SOI Asia).
At APRICOT 2026 in Jakarta, Inxignia digital badges were issued during the BGP Masterclass — marking the first time that credentials from the SOI Asia micro-credential platform were adopted beyond the SOI Asia community.
Participants who successfully completed the technical tasks at the end of the workshop received verifiable digital badges in addition to certificates of participation. Rather than recognizing attendance alone, the badges validated demonstrated skills and learning outcomes.
Feedback from the APRICOT team indicated strong engagement from participants, with many showing clear commitment to completing the required tasks in order to earn their badges. The presence of a verifiable credential appeared to reinforce both motivation and accountability in the learning process.
Originally developed to support learning mobility and recognize diverse educational experiences across the SOI Asia network, Inxignia uses Open Badges standards to make technical achievements visible beyond formal education settings. Its adoption at APRICOT signals a broader relevance for digital credentials in community-based technical training across the Asia Pacific.
As short courses, workshops, and collaborative programs continue to shape how Internet professionals build skills, meaningful recognition mechanisms become increasingly important. The integration of Inxignia at APRICOT 2026 reflects a growing ecosystem interest in validating learning in flexible, accessible ways.