TheBadge contributes to the growth of the OSS ecosystem by introducing a new concept and functionality: Web3 Certifications. These certifications apply to Off-Chain events and are issued on-chain only after a verification process, which can be done in two ways: decentralized (Community Badges) or centralized (ThirdParty Badges). The decentralized process uses an optimistic verification model that incentivizes the community to detect false data, with disputes handled through decentralized arbitration (e.g., Kleros.io). The centralized option allows entities like companies or institutions to issue verified diplomas or credentials through TheBadge, leveraging its infrastructure to offer on-chain credentials to their communities.

By providing a decentralized credential issuing solution, TheBadge enables educational platforms to issue verifiable certificates on-chain. This is particularly impactful in Latin America, where many educational platforms, such as Solow.io, operate. TheBadge helps regional educators issue secure, transparent credentials, enhancing their reach and reputation. With support from the Web3 Community, TheBadge can expand its influence and help Latin American institutions access innovative tools for trusted credentialing in the OSS ecosystem.