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Monday, December 9
 

9:15am EAT

Opening Remarks
Monday December 9, 2024 9:15am - 9:25am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Opening Remarks by the convener of the Africa Bitcoin Conference
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
Monday December 9, 2024 9:15am - 9:25am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

9:25am EAT

Karibu Kenya
Monday December 9, 2024 9:25am - 9:35am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
In this presentation, Janet Maingi will take you on an insightful journey to discover the beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture of Kenya. She will also highlight the unique opportunities the country presents for the Bitcoin ecosystem, including its growing fintech landscape, innovative solutions, and the role Kenya plays in shaping the future of tech in Africa.
Speakers
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 →
Monday December 9, 2024 9:25am - 9:35am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

9:50am EAT

Bridging the Digital Divide: Lessons from the Internet for Bitcoin Regulation in Africa
Monday December 9, 2024 9:50am - 10:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
In this keynote, Dr. Nii Quaynor, a pioneering figure in Africa’s Internet development, will set the stage by drawing powerful parallels between the barriers faced during the early days of Internet regulation and the current challenges Bitcoin faces across Africa. Reflecting on the continent’s journey towards embracing the Internet, Dr. Quaynor will explore the regulatory hurdles that hindered progress and innovation and how similar challenges are emerging in the context of Bitcoin.
Speakers
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 →
Monday December 9, 2024 9:50am - 10:05am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

10:30am EAT

Funding Freedom: The Human Rights Foundation's Bitcoin Development Fund
Monday December 9, 2024 10:30am - 10:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Bitcoin is more than just a financial tool, it’s a lifeline for individuals living under oppressive regimes and in economically unstable environments. In this talk, discover how the Human Rights Foundation's Bitcoin Development Fund is advancing the use of Bitcoin as a tool for freedom and resistance around the world. Learn about the fund's mission to support open-source development, strengthen Bitcoin’s privacy and security features, and enable real-world applications that empower activists, journalists, and marginalized communities.
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avatar for CK
Monday December 9, 2024 10:30am - 10:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

3:15pm EAT

Bitcoin, Infrastructure, and How Africa Will Leapfrog the World
Monday December 9, 2024 3:15pm - 3:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

In this talk, Elliot David will explore how Bitcoin mining is uniquely positioned to drive infrastructure development and energy production across Africa. By tapping into the continent’s abundant natural resources, Bitcoin mining can catalyze investment in renewable energy and power the next wave of economic growth. The talk will highlight how Africa can leapfrog traditional industries by leveraging Bitcoin’s decentralized model to develop sustainable energy solutions and attract global mining investments.





Speakers
avatar for Elliot David

Elliot David

Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol
Elliot is the Head of Climate Strategy at Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol, where he is helping unlock Bitcoin's clean energy potential by bridging sustainable miners and climate-conscious investors. In his role at Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol, Elliot educates policymakers and NGOs on... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 3:15pm - 3:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

3:30pm EAT

Decoding privacy: A Guide to Core Concepts
Monday December 9, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This talk takes a first principles approach to privacy. Through visual frameworks, this talk will help you think staying safe in bitcoin and beyond.  The presentation will guide the audience through the core ideas behind Bitcoin’s privacy features and how they function in practice.
Speakers
avatar for Amiti Uttarwar

Amiti Uttarwar

Bitcoin Core Engineer
Amiti Uttarwar is a Bitcoin Core contributor who has made several protocol improvements on the peer-to-peer layer to improve security and privacy. She is passionate about Bitcoin’s potential to redefine our societal ideas of wealth due to its global and inclusive nature. Named one... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

3:45pm EAT

Applying Silicon Valley's Billion-Dollar Product Frameworks to Empower Our Communities
Monday December 9, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Discover how to harness Silicon Valley’s elite product management strategies—like Amazon's Working Backward, Design Sprints Google,Opportunity Solution Tree, Job To Be Done -X and more—to transform and empower our startups and communities. Learn actionable frameworks that drive billion-dollar successes!
Speakers
avatar for Dulce Villarreal

Dulce Villarreal

Product Manager, Libreria de Satoshi
Dulce Villarreal is the CEO of Librería de Satoshi, the first educational institution focused exclusively on Bitcoin in Latin America, with a presence in more than 26 countries. With extensive experience as a product manager in Silicon Valley in crypto, she decided to specialize... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

4:00pm EAT

A Paradigm Shift for Seamless Bitcoin Payments and Layer 2 Solutions
Monday December 9, 2024 4:00pm - 4:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
Join LightSpark’s VP of Product to discuss  how Bitcoin is evolving into a seamless payment network through the power of Layer 2 solutions like the Lightning Network. This talk will explore the paradigm shift underway, enabling faster, more scalable, and accessible Bitcoin payments that cater to both individuals and businesses.
Gain insights into real-world use cases, the opportunities for cross-border transactions, and the potential for financial inclusion in underserved regions.

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Speakers
avatar for Nicolas Cabrera

Nicolas Cabrera

VP of Product, LightSpark
Nicolas is the VP of Product at Lightspark. He was the Chief Product Officer at Bakkt, the Digital Asset Payment and Crypto Exchange platform funded by ICE: NYSE, where he led all product strategy and crypto payment platform development. Previously, he held leadership roles at eBay... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 4:00pm - 4:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

4:15pm EAT

Financial Freedom in the 21st Century: Evidence from 25 Countries
Monday December 9, 2024 4:15pm - 4:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
 How can Bitcoin offer a path to financial freedom for people around the world? This talk dives into surprising new data from 25 countries, revealing who uses Bitcoin, how they're navigating governmental hurdles, and the ways Bitcoin is impacting lives in restrictive environments. Through insights from large-scale surveys and on-the-ground research, we explore the transformative potential of Bitcoin for individuals facing economic limitations and political barriers


Speakers
avatar for Sarah Kreps

Sarah Kreps

Product Manager, Cornell University
Sarah Kreps is the John L. Wetherill Professor, Director of the Tech Policy Institute, and Adjunct Professor of Law at Cornell University. She is also a non-resident senior fellow in the Brookings Institution's Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology Initiative, a senior fellow... Read More →
Monday December 9, 2024 4:15pm - 4:30pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote
 
Tuesday, December 10
 

9:30am EAT

What does Bitcoin mean in Africa?
Tuesday December 10, 2024 9:30am - 9:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This keynote will question what Bitcoin means for people and communities across Africa based on a diversity of vantage points. The speaker will challenge the African Bitcoin ecosystem to play a more active role in clarifying and driving discourse around the relevance of this technology for real human beings on the continent beyond just Bitcoiners
Speakers
avatar for Femi Longe

Femi Longe

Global Bitcoin Lead at Human Rights Foundation
Femi Longe is a serial social entrepreneur, innovation consultant, service designer, learning scientist and startup coach. He is currently works on the Financial Freedom team at the Human Rights Foundation. In his role as Global Bitcoin Lead, he leads strategy and execution of the... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 9:30am - 9:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

9:45am EAT

BTC Dada: Creating Opportunities for Women in Bitcoin!
Tuesday December 10, 2024 9:45am - 10:00am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

BTC Dada is leading the way in creating powerful opportunities for women in the Bitcoin space. Through innovative initiatives like DADA DEVS, a Bitcoin development program designed specifically for women, we’re breaking down barriers and empowering women to thrive in the crypto ecosystem. By offering resources, education, and a supportive community, BTC Dada is equipping women with the skills and knowledge they need to become leaders in Bitcoin development, investment, and innovation.
Speakers
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 →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 9:45am - 10:00am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

10:00am EAT

Btrust Keynote
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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 →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

10:15am EAT

Permissionless is an Understatement: Building on Bitcoin for Billions
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
KG, founder of Machankura, will explore how Bitcoin’s permissionless nature is opening up transformative opportunities for billions of people worldwide. In this session, KG will discuss how Bitcoin is driving financial inclusion and creating decentralized applications that empower individuals, businesses, and entire regions, especially in underserved markets.
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avatar for Kgothatso Ngako

Kgothatso Ngako

Catalyst, Machankura
Kgothatso Ngako is a catalyst aiming to accelerate the adoption of Bitcoin across the African continent. He is currently building out 8333.mobi, which is a service giving people without an internet connected device the ability to send and receive Bitcoin.
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

10:30am EAT

The Unlock: how Bitcoin Creates an Endless Energy Future
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:30am - 10:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
This session will explore how Bitcoin is poised to unlock a sustainable and boundless energy future. By integrating renewable energy sources and utilizing Bitcoin mining as a driver for energy innovation, we'll dive into how this powerful technology can incentivize energy production, reduce waste, and create a more decentralized and efficient energy grid.
Speakers
avatar for Erik Hersman

Erik Hersman

CEO, Gridless
Erik Hersman is the CEO of Gridless, which deploys bitcoin mining on renewable energy minigrids across rural Africa.  He is well known on the African continent as the founder of the iHub, one of Africa’s first and largest technology spaces in Nairobi, Kenya.  He is also co-founder... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 10:30am - 10:45am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote

3:45pm EAT

Building Bitcoin's Future: The Case for Choosing a Career in Open Source
Tuesday December 10, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE

Build the future of money as a bitcoin open source developer, where you'll have unparalleled autonomy to solve complex technical challenges, collaborate with top engineers from around the globe, and contribute to the most ambitious attempt to reinvent money in history.


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avatar for Adam Jonas

Adam Jonas

CEO, Chaincode Labs
Adam Jonas is the CEO of Chaincode Labs in NYC where he has spent the last 5 years educating the next generation of bitcoin and lightning protocol contributors. Before joining Chaincode, he was the Director of Engineering at the Flatiron School, the first coding boot camp in New York... Read More →
Tuesday December 10, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
  Keynote
 
Wednesday, December 11
 

10:00am EAT

The Bitcoin-Stablecoin Debate: Impact on Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:00am - 10:15am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Keynote

10:15am EAT

Global Bitcoin Game Theory: How Bitcoin Thrives in China Despite Bans
Wednesday December 11, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
 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
  Keynote

3:30pm EAT

Empowering Bitcoin Education in Africa: Collaborating for Impact
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:30pm - 3:45pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Keynote

3:45pm EAT

Building a Bitcoin-Powered Future: Community, Cooperatives, and Innovation
Wednesday December 11, 2024 3:45pm - 4:00pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
  Keynote

4:00pm EAT

Exploring Bitcoin Mining in Emerging Market: Ethiopia's 600MW Capacity Journey
Wednesday December 11, 2024 4:00pm - 4:15pm EAT
STONE RIDGE STAGE
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
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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
  Keynote
 
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