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Wednesday, December 11
 

9:00am EAT

Networking Cafe
Wednesday December 11, 2024 9:00am - 9:30am EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 9:00am - 9:30am EAT
ABC FOYER

9:30am EAT

Exploring Bitcoin's Role in Financial Inclusion and Wealth Redistribution
Wednesday December 11, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am EAT

Bitcoin has been hailed as a tool for financial freedom and inclusion, but can it truly reduce inequality, or does it risk worsening existing disparities? In this thought-provoking session, we’ll explore Bitcoin’s potential to empower marginalized communities by providing access to decentralized financial systems and breaking down barriers created by traditional institutions.
At the same time, we’ll examine critical concerns such as unequal access to technology, the digital divide, and concentration of wealth in early adopters—that could exacerbate inequality if left unaddressed.
Join us for a balanced and engaging discussion that dives into real-world examples, global trends, and the opportunities and challenges of Bitcoin’s role in shaping a more equitable financial future. Let’s explore how we can ensure Bitcoin is a tool for empowerment, not exclusion.


Moderators
avatar for Mary Imasuen

Mary Imasuen

Global Marketing Manager, Fedi
Mary is the Global Marketing Manager for Fedi. She has over 10-year experience in content marketing and social media user behavior. Mary has helped in connecting bitcoin communities in different parts of the world and shares ways people can use bitcoin platforms and tools to incorporate... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Meron Estafanos

Meron Estafanos

Founder, Bitcoin Innovation Hub
Meron Estefanos is a pioneering Swedish human rights activist, journalist, and visionary founder of the Bitcoin Innovation Hub Uganda. With a fervent commitment to empowering marginalized communities, she has combined her expertise in journalism with a passion for Bitcoin technology... Read More →
avatar for Dr Nii Narku Quaynor

Dr Nii Narku Quaynor

Chairman, Ghana Dot Com
Nii Quaynor is the founder of Ghanadot.com. He graduated from Dartmouth College, USA in 1972 with B.A (Engineering Science) and received a Ph.D (Computer Science) in distributed systems in 1977 from State University of New York USA (S.U.N.Y) at Stony Brook. The first Ghanaian Ph.D... Read More →
avatar for Lamar Wilson

Lamar Wilson

CEO, Black Bitcoin Billionaire
Created one of the first Bitcoin wallets for IOS, Pheeva. Built two communities for Bitcoin Education, Koinda (24k) & BBB (165k). Taught Programming Bitcoin with Jimmy Song as TA. Co-wrote Bitcoin and the American Dream. Taught at the Marcy Bitcoin Academy, for Jack Dorsey and Jay-Z... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

10:00am EAT

The Bitcoin-Stablecoin Debate: Impact on Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am EAT
In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital currencies, the debate between Bitcoin and stablecoins continues to shape conversations around the future of money. While Bitcoin stands as a decentralized, borderless store of value and an inflation hedge, stablecoins offer the promise of price stability and ease of everyday use. But what role do they play in fostering financial inclusion, especially across emerging markets like Africa?
Join Bernard Parah, CEO and Co-founder of Bitnob, as he unpacks the strengths and limitations of both Bitcoin and stablecoins. This session will explore how these technologies can coexist and complement each other, their impact on remittances, cross-border payments, and savings, and why Bitcoin remains the foundation for monetary sovereignty in the digital age.
Speakers
avatar for Bernard Parah

Bernard Parah

CEO Bitnob
Bernard Parah is the CEO of Bitnob. He is a Nigerian Entrepreneur and Software Engineer. As the CEO of Bitnob, Bernard leads the company’s efforts in building financial services for Africans. He does this by using Bitcoin as an underlying technology. Having faced situations where... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

10:15am EAT

Global Bitcoin Game Theory: How Bitcoin Thrives in China Despite Bans
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EAT
 Roger Huang, author of Would Mao Hold Bitcoin talks through the frontline of state surveillance and freedomtech - and surprising findings that confirm strong interest from the Chinese people for Bitcoin and Nostr, even as the Chinese government tries to craft a radical, repressive alternative which is a world of central bank digital currencies and state control.
Speakers
avatar for Roger Huang

Roger Huang

Author, Would Mao Hold Bitcoin, Bitcoin Magazine
Author of a book on the geopolitics, technology and origin story of Bitcoin in China with Bitcoin Magazine (https://bit.ly/chinabtcbook). I've written about Bitcoin since 2014 with TechCrunch, VentureBeat, and Forbes.
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

10:30am EAT

Bitcoin: A Safety Net for the Working Class
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:30am - 10:50am EAT
This session will explore why Bitcoin is an essential tool for the working class and why workers must advocate for its adoption. As inflation, currency devaluation, and financial exclusion continue to affect the most vulnerable, Bitcoin offers a decentralized, inflation-resistant alternative that empowers individuals to protect their wealth and financial autonomy. Panelists will discuss how Bitcoin can provide workers with greater financial freedom, security, and a hedge against economic instability.
Moderators
avatar for Lamar Wilson

Lamar Wilson

CEO, Black Bitcoin Billionaire
Created one of the first Bitcoin wallets for IOS, Pheeva. Built two communities for Bitcoin Education, Koinda (24k) & BBB (165k). Taught Programming Bitcoin with Jimmy Song as TA. Co-wrote Bitcoin and the American Dream. Taught at the Marcy Bitcoin Academy, for Jack Dorsey and Jay-Z... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for OKIN Nikolai Tjongarero

OKIN Nikolai Tjongarero

Founder, EasySats
OKIN is a Bitcoin Maxi, Digital Entrepreneur, Published Poet & Social Commentator born & raised in Windhoek, Namibia. He is also a Bitcoin Miner & runs multiple Bitcoin & Lightning Network Nodes.He hosted the first African Podcast to be listed & streamed Bitcoin to via Podcasting... Read More →
avatar for Dom Bei

Dom Bei

Proof of Workforce Foundation (www.proofofworkforce.org)
Dom Bei founded the Proof of Workforce Foundation, a non-profit helping workers, unions, and pension funds with education-based Bitcoin adoption. Dom assisted the Santa Monica Firefighters in becoming the first union is the United States to self-custody Bitcoin on the balance sheet... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:30am - 10:50am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

10:50am EAT

Telling the Story of Financial Revolution through Film
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:50am - 11:10am EAT
This session will explore the power of storytelling in shaping the Bitcoin narrative through film. As Bitcoin continues to evolve, its story is often told through the lens of technology and finance, but its cultural and societal impact is just as profound.   
Speakers
avatar for Kudzai Kutukwa

Kudzai Kutukwa

Head of Operations, Bitcoin Film Fest
Here is a rewritten bio:Kudzai is a Bitcoiner and dedicated educator, promoting financial inclusion through Bitcoin. As a member of the Bitcoin Film Fest team and regular Bitcoin Magazine contributor, Kudzai sees the arts as an integral part of driving adoption.
avatar for Arsh Molu

Arsh Molu

Operations Lead, Human Rights Foundation
Arsh Molu champions financial freedom at the Human Rights Foundation, an organization dedicated to defending human rights in authoritarian regimes. Arsh is also the Co-founder of Generation Bitcoin and the Bitcoin Students Network, worldwide communities that support younger generations... Read More →
avatar for Desiree Rexach

Desiree Rexach

Marketing and Comms for Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol
Filmmaker from Puerto Rico with a background in Research in Biochemistry. Oranged pilled working as a production coordinator on Alana Mediavillas Film Dirty Coin. Currently working on a documentary and marketing and comms for Sustainable Bitcoin protocol.
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:50am - 11:10am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

11:10am EAT

The Bitcoin Leap: How Bitcoin Is Transforming Africa
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:10am - 11:30am EAT

The Bitcoin Leap: How Bitcoin Is Transforming Africa book is a groundbreaking exploration of Bitcoin's profound impact on the African continent, transcending conventional investment discussions to reveal its potential as a robust, censorship-resistant monetary network. This compelling narrative highlights how Bitcoin is not merely a financial tool, but a catalyst for economic transformation, individual empowerment, and inclusive prosperity across Africa. In this fireside chat, with the book's author, Charlene Fadirepo, attendees will learn more about the origins of the book and explore incredible stories of Bitcoin innovation happening all across Africa.
Moderators
avatar for Obi Nwosu

Obi Nwosu

Board Member BTRUST & CEO FEDI, FEDI
Obi Nwosu is the co-founder of FEDI. He is a bitcoin, fedimint advocate and board member for BTrust. He was the CEO of Coinfloor for nearly 8 years which became one of UK's longest running bitcoin only exchanges.
Speakers
avatar for Charlene Fadirepo

Charlene Fadirepo

The Bitcoin Leap: How Bitcoin Is Transforming Africa
Charlene Fadirepo is the founder and CEO of Mango Digital Strategies, a digital assets consulting firm that supports mission-driven businesses and organizations on their Bitcoin and cryptocurrency innovation journey. For over two years, she has leveraged her expertise in finance... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:10am - 11:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

11:35am EAT

TRANSITION TO BREAKOUT ROOMS
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:35am - 11:45am EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:35am - 11:45am EAT
ABC FOYER

11:45am EAT

Beginner’s Guide to Bitcoin Mining (GAMA)
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
This  interactive session, hosted by GAMA, will introduce participants to the basics of Bitcoin mining, including the technical and financial aspects of setting up a mining operation. Attendees will learn about mining hardware, energy efficiency, and how to get involved in securing the Bitcoin network.
Speakers
avatar for Nemo Semret

Nemo Semret

CEO, QRB Labs
Nemo is a researcher, engineer and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder and CEO of QRB Labs, the first Bitcoin company in Ethiopia, which provides data center hosting and colocation service for Bitcoin mining. Its mission is to accelerate the electrification of Africa by monetizing... Read More →
avatar for Philip Walton

Philip Walton

CTO, Gridless
Philip Walton is a serial tech entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience building businesses and products across the globe, particularly in Africa. He currently serves as co-founder and CTO of Gridless, an energy company that uses Bitcoin mining to facilitate the development of... Read More →
avatar for Siyanbola Yassar

Siyanbola Yassar

Co-founder, Trojan Mining
An Aquaculturist and self taught crypto enthusiast who started mining bitcoin full time and focused on mining bitcoin using carbon neutral energy sources, enpowering lives, communities , and the continent at large, one step at a time.
avatar for Rod Roudi

Rod Roudi

Co-Founder, Bitcoin Park
Co-Founder of Bitcoin Park and Co-Founder of The 256 Foundation
avatar for Skot

Skot

Instigator, Bitaxe
Skot is the instigator of the Bitaxe project, the first ever open source ASIC Bitcoin miner. Skot is a member of the Open Source Miners United with the mission to ignite the decentralized mining revolution.
avatar for General Kenobi

General Kenobi

Business Development Manager, Demand
Kenobi has been a Bitcoin Mining analyst for the past three years, with experience working in PubCo Miners, he brings a depth of expertise in the field. He’s currently working on decentralizing Bitcoin Mining by being working for Demand Pool, the very first Stratum V2 pool.
avatar for Siddhartha Parmar

Siddhartha Parmar

Business Development, Quantum Hash Ventures Limited
Siddhartha Parmar (Sid) Siddhartha Parmar is a business leader and innovator with a strong focus on driving sustainable development through cutting-edge technology. As the Operations and Business Development Director of Quantum Hash Ventures, Sid has been at the forefront of harnessing... Read More →
avatar for Joseph Lassen

Joseph Lassen

Co-Founder & CFO, Green Flare
Joseph has been an advocate for Bitcoin and digital assets since 2016 when he first read Satoshi’s white paper. Since then he has invested in blockchain technologies personally, and professionally through partnership roles with family offices and CMT Digital – a global web3 venture... Read More →
avatar for Janet Maingi

Janet Maingi

Co-founder, Gridless Compute
Janet Maingi is the COO at Gridless where she overseas the firm’s organizational operations, logistics, and administrative teams.Prior to Gridless, Janet worked as the Managing Director in Azenia and the Kenya country manager for Andela, both of which are technology organizations... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
Gridless Room

11:45am EAT

Building Bitcoin Communities in Africa Through Education
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
This session will explore how to build and strengthen Bitcoin communities across Africa, focusing on how bitcoin can unlock new opportunities for economic empowerment. Panelists will discuss strategies foreducating local populations, and overcoming barriers to adoption, such as regulatory challenges and access to technology. 
Moderators
avatar for Mary Imasuen

Mary Imasuen

Global Marketing Manager, Fedi
Mary is the Global Marketing Manager for Fedi. She has over 10-year experience in content marketing and social media user behavior. Mary has helped in connecting bitcoin communities in different parts of the world and shares ways people can use bitcoin platforms and tools to incorporate... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Kester Ejikeme

Kester Ejikeme

Founder & Project Lead, Bitcoin Pidgin & Bitcoin Anambra
As the founder of Bitcoin Pidgin, I am committed to breaking barriers to Bitcoin education by simplifying complex financial concepts into accessible language for African audiences.Through Bitcoin Anambra, I have built a thriving grassroots community focused on promoting Bitcoin adoption... Read More →
avatar for David Gitonga

David Gitonga

Producer and Co creator, BitKE
I started BitKE in 2018 with the goal of educating and informing the world about the growing need and impact of crypto, particularly bitcoin. Since then, I have grown BitKE into one of the leading PR and media outlets in Africa, and a go-to source of information about Bitcoin in Africa... Read More →
avatar for Roselyne Wanjiru

Roselyne Wanjiru

Catalyste, Forbes
Roselyne is an economist and Bitcoin Educator. She is a Forbes Contributor, a keynote speaker & thought leader in Africa’s blockchain ecosystem, having spoken in international conferences & media platforms on the need for innovation in and adoption of emerging technologies for economic... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
Human Rights Foundation Room

11:45am EAT

Immersive Bitcoin Education: Integrating LARP for Engaging Learning Experiences
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
Integrating LARP in Bitcoin Education Description: Learn how Live Action Role Play (LARP) can be integrated into Bitcoin education to create immersive, hands-on learning experiences. This innovative approach helps learners engage with complex Bitcoin concepts through simulations and role-playing, making the learning process more engaging and impactful.
Moderators
avatar for Britney Taamu-Miyashiro

Britney Taamu-Miyashiro

program facilitator for Honolulu Bitcoin, and an event coordinator for Honolulu BitDevs, Honolulu Bitcoin and Honolulu BitDevs
Britney is currently an elderly caregiver with 4 years of experience in workplace and First Aid safety training and instruction in Honolulu, Hawaii. As the cost of living and healthcare in Hawaii dramatically increased, she became an at-home caregiver for elderly family members while... Read More →
avatar for Stephanie Titcombe

Stephanie Titcombe

Program Lead, Btrust
Stephanie is a project manager with over six years of experience in Africa's development and innovation space. As Program Lead for Btrust Builders, she manages Btrust’s Bitcoin developer training programs, acts as facilitator manager for Mastering Bitcoin & Bitcoin Protocol Development... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 11:45am - 12:45pm EAT
Btrust Room

2:00pm EAT

Musical Performance
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:15pm EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

2:15pm EAT

African products that are advancing financial inclusion
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:15pm - 2:35pm EAT
This session will showcase innovative African products and services that are making it easier for Africans to access, buy, and save in Bitcoin. As the adoption of Bitcoin grows across the continent, several African-led initiatives are developing solutions that remove barriers to entry, streamline Bitcoin purchases, and enable long-term savings in a decentralized economy. 
Speakers
avatar for Joe Nakamoto

Joe Nakamoto

CEO, Joe Nakamoto
Joe is a research and interview journalist. A polyglot with a passion for Bitcoin, he left mainstream reporting at Oxford Business Group and Bloomberg Professional Services in 2021 to pursue real, source-based Bitcoin journalism.After three years as a reporter at Cointelegraph, he... Read More →
avatar for Sabina Waithira Gitau

Sabina Waithira Gitau

Co-founder at Tando, Tando
Sabina Waithira is the co-founder of Tando. Her journey into the Bitcoin space began as the Content Manager for Bitcoin Dada, an initiative focused on educating African women about Bitcoin. Through her work at Bitcoin Dada, Sabina gained valuable insights into the Bitcoin ecosystem... Read More →
avatar for Noelyne Sumba

Noelyne Sumba

Marketing Operations, Machankura
Noelyne is a Bitcoin advocate who works with Machankura. Additionally, she serves as the Africa correspondent for the Bitcoin layer. She has also translated three Bitcoin books into Swahili. Her primary goal is to promote widespread acceptance of Bitcoin at the grassroots level, with... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:15pm - 2:35pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

2:35pm EAT

Empowering Through Education: Bitcoin's Role in Awareness and Adoption
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:35pm - 2:55pm EAT
This  session will highlight the importance of educating the public, businesses, and governments about Bitcoin and its transformative potential. Panelists will discuss the role of education in increasing awareness, promoting adoption, and fostering understanding of Bitcoin’s benefits, from financial inclusion to economic empowerment.
Moderators
avatar for Noelyne Sumba

Noelyne Sumba

Marketing Operations, Machankura
Noelyne is a Bitcoin advocate who works with Machankura. Additionally, she serves as the Africa correspondent for the Bitcoin layer. She has also translated three Bitcoin books into Swahili. Her primary goal is to promote widespread acceptance of Bitcoin at the grassroots level, with... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Pauloes Berhe

Pauloes Berhe

CEO, Bitcoin Innovation Hub
Pauloes Berhe is an inspiring Eritrean human rights advocate who co-founded and serves as the CEO of the Bitcoin Innovation Hub in Kampala, Uganda. The hub is dedicated to promoting Bitcoin adoption and fostering vocational skills and professional development.
avatar for Justin Rhedrick

Justin Rhedrick

BTCTC, Co-Founder
Justin has overcome homelessness, dropped out of college, and had a 3-year prison stint by age 23. With the odds stacked against him, Justin leveraged his winning mindset and found freedom in bitcoin! He is the author of From Bars To Bitcoin and has impacted over 300 professionals... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:35pm - 2:55pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

2:55pm EAT

African Bitcoiners of the Year Announcement
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:55pm - 3:05pm EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:55pm - 3:05pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

3:05pm EAT

B-Trust Quarter 4 Grantees Announcement
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:05pm - 3:15pm EAT
Speakers
avatar for Abubakar Nur Khalil

Abubakar Nur Khalil

Interim CEO and Board Member, Btrust
Abubakar Nur Khalil is a Nigerian Bitcoin core contributor and CEO of the Bitcoin VC fund Recursive Capital.He is a board member and CEO of Btrust, a non-profit focused on training African Bitcoin developers via Btrust builders and growing the African Bitcoin ecosystem.He is also... Read More →
avatar for Stephanie Titcombe

Stephanie Titcombe

Program Lead, Btrust
Stephanie is a project manager with over six years of experience in Africa's development and innovation space. As Program Lead for Btrust Builders, she manages Btrust’s Bitcoin developer training programs, acts as facilitator manager for Mastering Bitcoin & Bitcoin Protocol Development... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:05pm - 3:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

3:30pm EAT

Empowering Bitcoin Education in Africa: Collaborating for Impact
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm EAT
Bitcoin education is a powerful tool for empowerment, and supporting those already leading the charge can amplify its impact. This talk will focus on how to collaborate with existing educators and education projects to enhance their efforts through tailored tools, materials, and best practices.
With a growing network of educators, particularly in Africa, this session will explore how partnerships and resources are accelerating Bitcoin education on the continent. Drawing on real-world examples, including work with educators in Kenya, the discussion will highlight effective strategies to support grassroots education initiatives and expand their reach without reinventing the wheel.
Speakers
avatar for John Dennehy

John Dennehy

founder, Executive Director, My First Bitcoin
John Dennehy was born in New York and became an activist in the wake of September 11th. While in jail after protesting the Iraq War, he decided to leave the country and moved to Ecuador in 2005. He is a best-selling author, award-winning journalist and has written about Bitcoin in... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

3:45pm EAT

Building a Bitcoin-Powered Future: Community, Cooperatives, and Innovation
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
Join Jodom Konuko, CTO and founding member of Bitsacco, as he shares his journey of leveraging Bitcoin to empower individuals and communities through innovative solutions like savings and credit cooperatives. With a deep background in Bitcoin development, including contributions to the Fedimint Protocol and Lightning Network integrations, Jodom will explore how Bitcoin technology can be used to build resilient, community-focused financial systems.
Drawing from his work with Bitsacco and his leadership in the BitDevs Nairobi community, Jodom will discuss the challenges and opportunities of fostering local Bitcoin ecosystems, advancing open-source development, and bridging the gap between technology and grassroots empowerment.

Speakers
avatar for Jodom Konuko

Jodom Konuko

CTO, BITSACCO
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

4:00pm EAT

Exploring Bitcoin Mining in Emerging Market: Ethiopia's 600MW Capacity Journey
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:00pm - 4:15pm EAT
Over the last 12 months, Ethiopia has emerged as a top destination for Bitcoin mining, with over 600MW of capacity deployed. QRB Labs was the first company to bring Bitcoin mining to the country. Co-founder Nemo Semret explains the fundamental opportunity, unique challenges, and some dangers of Bitcoin mining in Ethiopia
Speakers
avatar for Nemo Semret

Nemo Semret

CEO, QRB Labs
Nemo is a researcher, engineer and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder and CEO of QRB Labs, the first Bitcoin company in Ethiopia, which provides data center hosting and colocation service for Bitcoin mining. Its mission is to accelerate the electrification of Africa by monetizing... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:00pm - 4:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

4:15pm EAT

Bitcoin and Gen Z: The Future of Money in a Digital-First Generation
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:15pm - 4:35pm EAT
This session will explore how Bitcoin is resonating with Gen Z, the digital-first generation that is redefining how we think about money, finance, and technology. As digital natives, Gen Z is increasingly drawn to Bitcoin’s decentralized nature, transparency, and potential for financial freedom. 
Moderators
avatar for Paul Eke

Paul Eke

Brand Designer
A Creative Designer & Magician, an avid Bitcoiner who firmly believes in the power of bitcoin to create a more equitable and inclusive system for all.He is a lover of bitcoin Games, Has served as a Brand Designer and a Growth consultant in Africa for a leading peer-to-peer Bitcoin... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Ella Hough

Ella Hough

Master, Generation Bitcoin / Bitcoin Students Network
Ella Hough is a senior at Cornell University’s College of Arts and Sciences. She is pursuing a Bitcoin-focused study through Cornell’s Robert S. Harrison College Scholar Degree Program. In addition to being a “College Scholar” major, Ella is majoring in Cognitive Science with... Read More →
avatar for Arsh Molu

Arsh Molu

Operations Lead, Human Rights Foundation
Arsh Molu champions financial freedom at the Human Rights Foundation, an organization dedicated to defending human rights in authoritarian regimes. Arsh is also the Co-founder of Generation Bitcoin and the Bitcoin Students Network, worldwide communities that support younger generations... Read More →
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:15pm - 4:35pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

4:35pm EAT

The Future of Bitcoin: Analyzing Price Surge and what's next!
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:35pm - 5:05pm EAT
With Bitcoin surpassing the $100,000 milestone, the world is taking notice of its growing influence on the global financial ecosystem. But what does this mean for Africa? This session will explore the implications of Bitcoin’s surge for the continent, focusing on opportunities for financial inclusion, investment, and economic empowerment.
As institutional adoption grows and regulatory landscapes evolve, Africa stands at a crossroads. Will Bitcoin enable the unbanked to access global markets? How can local businesses leverage this momentum for cross-border trade? And what challenges must be addressed to ensure Bitcoin benefits communities across the continent?
Moderators Speakers
avatar for Roselyne Wanjiru

Roselyne Wanjiru

Catalyste, Forbes
Roselyne is an economist and Bitcoin Educator. She is a Forbes Contributor, a keynote speaker & thought leader in Africa’s blockchain ecosystem, having spoken in international conferences & media platforms on the need for innovation in and adoption of emerging technologies for economic... Read More →
avatar for Leon Johnson

Leon Johnson

Head of Operations, Fedi
Leon is the Head of Operations at Fedi. He is responsible for finance, recruitment, HR, investor relations, and Customer Experience. Leon also founded and runs Advancing Bitcoin Developer conference in London which is on it's 5th edition.
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:35pm - 5:05pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

5:05pm EAT

Hackaton Winners Announcement
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:05pm - 5:15pm EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:05pm - 5:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

5:15pm EAT

Best Bitcoin Social Impact Award
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:15pm - 5:25pm EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:15pm - 5:25pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

5:25pm EAT

Closing Ceremony
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:25pm - 5:45pm EAT
Wednesday December 11, 2024 5:25pm - 5:45pm EAT
ABC FOYER
 
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