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🏆 A major highlight of 2023 was Don Tapscott and Alex Tapscott’s visit to South Africa. 👋 This visit was part of the Blockchain Research Institute Africa’s expansion program, enabled by the Standard Bank Group. 🌍 Blockchain Research Institute Africa provides a collaboration platform for leaders and experts in Africa and beyond. 🚀 The focus is on blockchain opportunities on the African continent. 📚 In 2016, Don Tapscott and Alex Tapscott co-authored the definitive book “Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin Is Changing the World.” 🌕 What’s fascinating about the Tapscotts’ work is their commitment to the use-cases of blockchain for real-world utility. ✅ Furthermore, their work addresses the implementation challenges. 👏 We applaud their approach, which is rooted in understanding how blockchain can be applied to real-life situations, focusing on actual utility and not just speculation. 📷 Pictured is our Director, Dale Russell CA(SA), with Moore Johannesburg’s Managing Partner, Olivier Barbeau, together with Don Tapscott and Alex Tapscott. 🤝 Thank you to Standard Bank Group Bank, and we look forward to welcoming Don Tapscott and Alex Tapscott back to South Africa! #blockchain

📍The chief architect of Nigeria's National Blockchain Policy, and former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Honourable Prof Isa Pantami, will represent Nigeria 🇳🇬 at the Blockchain Associations Forum's *4th* Annual Summit, to be held on 18 Sep 2024. ➡️ Blockchain Associations Forum (BAF) is a BBA initiative, bringing together Blockchain and Crypto Asset Think-Tanks from 51 countries on a joint platform to debate some of the most pressing Web3 policy issues effecting the global economy. ✅ More on BAF: https://lnkd.in/dnCAk8TB #NIGERIA #BAF #Blockchain #Crypto #Policy #Web3 #Summit #BBA #DeFi #National #Policy

Iraq Is Committed to Improving Banking Services During our visit to Iraq we had the honour to meet His Excellency the president of the Republic of Iraq, Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid. The president and the government are committed to improving banking services and accelerate the digitalisation of the country. Together with our joint venture partner TrustNoteD AG, our discussions centred around the transformative potential of DLT in enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency in financial transactions and governmental processes. We firmly believe that leveraging innovative technologies like blockchain can pave the way for a more inclusive and resilient economy, especially in the field of the upcoming carbon economy. https://lnkd.in/dQyRi-Gi https://lnkd.in/dUtcEDfq https://lnkd.in/dt9kMzej #CBDC #Blockchain #DLT #carboneconomy #carbonmarkets #NetZero TrustNoteD trustwise.io ag Dr. Hermann Sterzinger

Recognizing the critical need for accurate and timely information on Blockchain within Africa, Aly Z Ramji, CEO of Mediapix, embarked on a groundbreaking journey by launching Web3Africa.news. This innovative platform serves as a central hub for real-time updates, illuminating success stories of decentralized applications based in Africa, and providing essential education on the vast benefits of Decentralized Finance. With expertise that seamlessly bridges diplomacy, economics, and technology, Aly Z Ramji promises to bring invaluable insights to the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference. Don't miss out on his enlightening session! #cypto #blockchain #web3 #technology #KBCC2024 #Kenya #Nairobi

The second edition of the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference wrapped up on June 7th, leaving a trail of excitement in its wake. Day two was jam-packed with activities with the panel and break-out sessions that fostered interactive discussions. A captivating keynote presentation explored how blockchain can revolutionize business and government operations, while a dynamic startup roundtable brought together founders, investors, and supporters to exchange ideas and forge connections. KBCC 2024 wasn't just a conference; it was a meeting of the minds. It was a place where passionate professionals from across the world converged to explore the immense potential of blockchain technology. This energy and innovation are the sparks that will ignite Africa's economic future. Let's keep the momentum going! Felix Divoar | Ry Sterling Yennie | Keega CpM | Jordan Muthemba | Ali Hussein Kassim | Lydia Wangari | Francis Gwer | Norman Gabula | Benaiah Wepundi | Ronald Nzioki | Victor Missoy | Stephen Kimoi | Margaret Njeri Ngigi | Nyawira Maina #KBCC2024 #Blockchain #cryptocurrencies #altcoins #Bitcoin #bullrun #digitalassets #Africa #Kenya #GetitDonetheMaverickway

“A roadmap on the development of crypto-industry and blockchain technologies has been in action in Kazakhstan since September 2022. Growth and development of innovative projects and financial technologies in Kazakhstan are expected thanks to this project. This work has also been recognised by international experts in the 2nd round of mutual assessment, which we successfully passed last year," said Duman Suleimenov, Director of Legal Advisory Department at Financial Monitoring Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in his opening remarks at the workshop "Cryptocurrency in Central Asia: Navigating FATF Recommendation 15 - Challenges and Best Practices." #AFSAevents

Agora is hosting its 13th edition of the Global Blockchain Congress on April 25th and 26th 2024, in Dubai, UAE. Unlike any other, this congress serves as a clandestine rendezvous, bringing together crypto projects of immense promise and a select group of extraordinarily pre-qualified investors. Nestled behind closed doors, this event offers an unparalleled level of exclusivity, ensuring that only the most promising ventures and discerning investors converge. What sets this congress apart is not only the caliber of projects and investors it attracts, but also the meticulous pre-scheduled and pre-arranged meetings that form the heartbeat of this exclusive gathering. In the heart of Dubai, where tradition meets the future, the Global Blockchain Congress unfolds as a carefully curated platform, fostering connections that will shape the landscape of the blockchain industry. Registration link : https://bit.ly/49A6tcy #Dxtalks #Agora #Globalblockchain #Blockchaincongress #Blockchain

We asked Nadeem Anjarwalla, Director of East & West Africa at Binance on September 19, 2023 his thoughts about shaping virtual assets in the blockchain technology space. Here's what he had to say: 1. Education, awareness & trust is needed within the ecosystem. 2. We need to have an enabling regulatory environment. 3. We need a Community of champions. Help him foster the development and innovation in the digital asset space in Kenya. Let us know in the comments what you think. Please find the draft VASP bill here: 👉 https://shorturl.at/anx48 #digitalassetmanagement #financeandeconomy   #futureoffinance  #investingstrategy  #blockchaindevelopment #wednesdaythoughts

Highlights from our Seminar at the Beirut Arab University with Randa Al Rifai, MSc and Michael Ghannam presenting and demonstrating Empowch to a very engaged audience. The appetite for Web3, blockchain and crypto is very strong in Lebanon. #EmpowchSeminar #Web3Lebanon #BlockchainEducation #CryptoAdoption #LebanonTechScene