Loading…
or to register for this event.
strong>Fireside Chat [clear filter]
Monday, December 9
 

10:05am EAT

Africa’s Regulatory Landscape: Challenges & Opportunities for Bitcoin Adoption
Monday December 9, 2024 10:05am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This panel will provide an overview of the current state of Bitcoin regulation across Africa and focus on the key regulatory trends, challenges, and opportunities for Bitcoin adoption in the Africa region. The discussion aims to foster a deeper understanding of how Africa's evolving regulatory environment can influence the growth of Bitcoin in Africa, encouraging a dialogue about best practices and collaborative approaches to enhance Bitcoin’s potential within the region.







Moderators
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 →
Speakers
avatar for John Walubengo

John Walubengo

IT Professor, MultiMedia University
Part of Kenyan Taskforce that delivered the KE Blockchain Report. Continues to research on Blockchain Tech (including Bitcoin & Other Cryptos) from a regulatory point of view.
avatar for Senator Ihenyen

Senator Ihenyen

Lead Partner, Infusion Lawyers
I'm Senator Ihenyen, Lead Partner at Infusion Lawyers, where I advise both local and global companies in various areas of law, including the intersection of law and emerging technologies.In the space, I'm a former President of Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 10:05am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

10:45am EAT

Empowering Communities with Freedom Technologies
Monday December 9, 2024 10:45am - 11:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore how communities can be empowered through decentralized, scalable solutions for financial inclusion, social connectivity, and collective action. Speakers will discuss how Fedi has been enabling individuals and groups to create and manage their own communities, providing a pathway for economic, social, and digital empowerment.

Speakers
avatar for Renata Rodrigues

Renata Rodrigues

Fedi
Renata Rodrigues is the Head of Marketing and Community at FEDI. Her main mission is to promote the massive adoption of Bitcoin in the “Global South”. Renata's academic background combines Marketing, Journalism, and Programming, she has extensive experience as a Growth Hacker... Read More →
avatar for Lopez Ahligo

Lopez Ahligo

Project Director, Kisaw
Chef Lopez is an entrepreneur and chef, trained at the Culinary Arts Institute of Washington D.C.  He is the Project Director of Kisaw and Operations Manager at the Africa Bitcoin Conference. Lopez began his career as a chef at Hilton Washington before relocating to Togo in 2016... Read More →
avatar for El Fuego Mutaz

El Fuego Mutaz

Head of Africa, REFUNITE
El Fuego Mutaz serves as the Head of Africa at Refunite, where he leads groundbreaking initiatives at the intersection of blockchain technology and humanitarian aid. Through RelayHelp, Refunite’s innovative program using Bitcoin to drive emergency responses and livelihood projects... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 10:45am - 11:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

4:30pm EAT

Cultivating a Thriving Bitcoin Developer Community: Strategies for Success
Monday December 9, 2024 4:30pm - 4:50pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will focus on strategies for growing and nurturing a vibrant developers' community, essential for driving innovation in Bitcoin. The session will cover best practices for creating inclusive spaces for developers, providing mentorship and resources, and creating opportunities for networking and skill development. Attendees will gain insights into how a strong, engaged developer community can fuel sustainable growth and accelerate the adoption of emerging technologies.
Speakers
avatar for Tobi Toheeb Ojuolape

Tobi Toheeb Ojuolape

FOUNDER, Vyouz.click, Btrust Builders
Tobi Ojuolape is a software engineer and a Bitcoin/Lightning developer with over 3 years of experience building and contributing to Open-source and enterprise-level Bitcoin/Lightning projects. He is a 2022 Btrust Builders (previous Qala) fellow and an award-winning CreaTech entrepreneur... 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 →
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 →
Monday December 9, 2024 4:30pm - 4:50pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat
 
Tuesday, December 10
 

10:45am EAT

Bitcoin for Peace and Freedom: Stories from Palestine, Israel, and Somalia
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:45am - 11:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore the transformative power of Bitcoin in conflict zones and its role in promoting peace and freedom. Featuring real-life stories from Palestine, Israel, and Somalia, panelists will share how Bitcoin is helping individuals in these regions navigate political instability, financial exclusion, and conflict. The discussion will highlight how Bitcoin offers refugees and displaced persons a means of financial independence, providing access to essential resources without relying on traditional banking systems.
Speakers
avatar for Fadi El Salameen

Fadi El Salameen

Senior Fellow, Bitcoin Policy Institute
Elsalameen is a senior fellow at the Bitcoin Policy Institute. Elsalameen has been raising awareness on usage and adoption of bitcoin in the Middle East.
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 Hadiya

Hadiya

CEO, Groundswelll Project
"Hadiya Masieh was born in the UK to African refugee/migrant parents. She is an expert and advisor on Counter Terrorism and Extremism, her work in this space spans over two decades focusing on de radicalisation and community resilence building. Her organisation, Groundswell Project... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:45am - 11:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

11:05am EAT

The Future of Bitcoin: Jack Dorsey on Open Source & NOSTR
Tuesday December 10, 2024 11:05am - 11:25am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Join us for an intimate fireside chat with Jack Dorsey, where we’ll explore his deep belief in the power of open-source development and its pivotal role in shaping Bitcoin’s future. Jack will share his perspective on why open-source principles are essential for Bitcoin's decentralization, security, and long-term growth. 
 Jack will delve into his vision for NOSTR and its potential to enhance privacy, transparency, and community-driven technology. This session offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from one of Bitcoin’s most passionate advocates about the importance of open-source, decentralized networks, and the future of digital freedom.








.
Moderators
avatar for Ojoma Ochai

Ojoma Ochai

Board Member at B-trust
Ojoma Ochai is the Managing Partner of The Creative Economy Practice at CcHUB focusing on stimulating innovation and technology application to catalyse African Economy growth. She is a board member at Btrust and member of the UNESCO Expert Panel on the 2005 Convention on Cultural Expressions w... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Jack Dorsey

Jack Dorsey

Block Head, Chairman, and cofounder of Block, Head
Jack Dorsey is the Block Head, Chairman, and co-founder of Block. He is also a strong advocate for Bitcoin and open-source protocols.
Tuesday December 10, 2024 11:05am - 11:25am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

4:15pm EAT

Decoding CBDCs: Implications for Privacy, Control, and Financial Surveillance
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:15pm - 4:35pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are being introduced worldwide, but what do they really mean for everyday people? In this fireside chat, we’ll break down the basics of CBDCs for those unfamiliar and explore their potential impact, particularly the risks of losing privacy, increased government control, and financial surveillance.
This session will highlight where CBDC projects stand globally, with a focus on developments in Africa, and unpack the different motivations of central banks and governments compared to the needs and wishes of citizens.


Speakers
avatar for Farida Nabourema

Farida Nabourema

Director, Africa Bitcoin Conference
Farida Nabourema is a writer and political activist who has been an advocate for democracy and human rights in Togo. She is the Director of the Africa Bitcoin Community and the co-convener of the Africa Bitcoin Conference
avatar for Freddie New

Freddie New

Head of Policy, Bitcoin Policy UK
Freddie worked at Freshfields in London as a lawyer before the global financial crisis and acted for banks and financial institutions throughout. He now focuses on advising start-up companies, in engineering, fintech and Bitcoin. In 2023, he co-founded Bitcoin Policy UK, where as... Read More →
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.
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:15pm - 4:35pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

4:35pm EAT

Lightning The Future of Payments with Bitcoin’s Layer 2 Solutions
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:35pm - 4:50pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore the Lightning Network as Bitcoin's Layer 2 solution, transforming the future of payments. By enabling faster, cheaper transactions on top of the Bitcoin blockchain, the Lightning Network addresses scalability issues, making it a game-changer for global payments. The session will dive into how Lightning can revolutionize the way we send and receive money, from micro-transactions to cross-border payments, and the potential it holds for creating a more inclusive financial system
Moderators
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.
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 →
avatar for Steven Roose

Steven Roose

CEO, Second
Bitcoin developer for over 10 years. Former Liquid tech lead at Blockstream. rust-bitcoin contributor. Currently building an implementation of the Ark protocol at Second.
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:35pm - 4:50pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

4:50pm EAT

Building Products People Want: UX Design’s Impact on Market Fit
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:50pm - 5:10pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore the fundamental principles of User Experience (U.X.) design and how it shapes the digital products we interact with every day. Panelists will discuss the key elements of successful U.X. design, including user research, interface design, usability testing, and accessibility.
Moderators
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 →
Speakers
avatar for Ayobami Atolagbe

Ayobami Atolagbe

Founder & CEO, Demohub
Ayobami is a quintessential founder of Demohub, driving Bitcoin adoption and education across Africa, founded in 2023 and educating 5,000+ users on Bitcoin’s power.Previously at NoOnes as the growth manager Africa, Paxful as senior associate, growth and marketing Africa, Ayobami... Read More →
avatar for Mogashni Naidoo

Mogashni Naidoo

Bitcoin Design Foundation
Mogashni Naidoo is a designer, researcher and co-founder of the Bitcoin Design Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving the user experience of Bitcoin through collaborative design efforts. With a focus on enhancing accessibility and usability, Mogashni believes that design... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 4:50pm - 5:10pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat

5:10pm EAT

Building Circular Economies with Bitcoin: Empowering Local Communities
Tuesday December 10, 2024 5:10pm - 5:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore how Bitcoin can be integrated into local economies to create sustainable, circular economies that foster economic resilience and growth. By using Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, communities can reduce reliance on traditional financial systems, increase financial inclusion, and keep value circulating within the local economy.
Moderators
avatar for Marcel Lorraine Atieno

Marcel Lorraine Atieno

Founder, Bitcoin Dada
Marcel Lorraine is a Financial activist and Bitcoin advocate with over six years of dedicated experience in East Africa’s tech ecosystem. As the founder of Bitcoin Dada, Marcel has been at the forefront of promoting financial empowerment, especially among African women. Through... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Renata Rodrigues

Renata Rodrigues

Fedi
Renata Rodrigues is the Head of Marketing and Community at FEDI. Her main mission is to promote the massive adoption of Bitcoin in the “Global South”. Renata's academic background combines Marketing, Journalism, and Programming, she has extensive experience as a Growth Hacker... Read More →
avatar for Naomi Wambui

Naomi Wambui

Founder, BTC Babies
Naomi Wambui is the founder of Bitcoin Babies, an initiative inspired by her personal journey into motherhood and her belief in Bitcoin’s potential to empower mothers to foster financial independence and stimulate growth for themselves and their communities. She also believes that... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 5:10pm - 5:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Fireside Chat
 
Wednesday, December 11
 

10:30am EAT

Bitcoin: A Safety Net for the Working Class
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:30am - 10:50am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Fireside Chat

10:50am EAT

Telling the Story of Financial Revolution through Film
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:50am - 11:10am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Fireside Chat

11:10am EAT

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

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
  Fireside Chat

2:15pm EAT

African products that are advancing financial inclusion
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:15pm - 2:35pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Fireside Chat

2:35pm EAT

Empowering Through Education: Bitcoin's Role in Awareness and Adoption
Wednesday December 11, 2024 2:35pm - 2:55pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Fireside Chat

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
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Fireside Chat

4:35pm EAT

The Future of Bitcoin: Analyzing Price Surge and what's next!
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:35pm - 5:05pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
avatar for CK
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
  Fireside Chat
 
Register to attend
  • Filter By Date
    Dec 9 - 11, 2024
  • Filter By Venue
    JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
    All
    ABC FOYER
    Btrust Room
    Gridless Room
    Human Rights Foundation Room
    STONE RIDGE STAGE
    TBD Room
  • Filter By Type
    Award
    BREAK
    Fireside Chat
    Interactive Session
    All
    Panel
    Workshop
    Keynote
    Networking
    Panel
    Performance
  • Timezone
Africa Bitcoin Conference 2024
Register to attend
Filter sessions
Apply filters to sessions.
Monday, December 9
Tuesday, December 10
Wednesday, December 11
ABC FOYER
Btrust Room
Gridless Room
Human Rights Foundation Room
STONE RIDGE STAGE
TBD Room
  • Award
  • BREAK
  • Fireside Chat
  • Interactive Session
  • Keynote
  • Networking
  • Panel
  • Performance