EDUCATIONAL STARTUPS AND PUBLIC PROCUREMENT ON BLOCKCHAIN: THE POTENTIAL OF THE DIGITAL RUBLE FOR OPTIMIZING EXPENDITURES IN THE EDUCATION SYSTEM

Abstract

The article examines the potential of blockchain technology and the digital ruble for optimizing public procurement in the education sector. The existing problems of the public procurement system in Russian educational institutions are analyzed, including lack of transparency in spending, bureaucratic costs, and corruption risks. The mechanism of digital ruble smart contracts is investigated as a tool for labeling and automatic control of targeted budget expenditures. International experience in applying blockchain technologies in public procurement is reviewed. The analysis of opportunities for educational startups integrating distributed ledger solutions into the management of educational institutions is conducted. Practical recommendations for implementing the digital ruble in budget settlements of the education sector are formulated.