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Sovereign Frontier Podcast highlights projects, ecosystems and people making impact and driving crypto adoption across Africa. Get informed on all things bitcoin, Defi, NFTs, web3, and everything in-between.

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Sovereign Frontier Podcast highlights projects, ecosystems and people making impact and driving crypto adoption across Africa. Get informed on all things bitcoin, Defi, NFTs, web3, and everything in-between.

    Metamask Snaps : Customize your Web3 wallet w/ Christian Montoya, Senior Product Owner at Metamask

    Metamask Snaps : Customize your Web3 wallet w/ Christian Montoya, Senior Product Owner at Metamask

    In this episode, thinkDecade talks to Christian Montoya, Senior Product Owner at Metamask Snaps, about the latest innovation happening within the Metamask ecosystem: Metamask Snaps. Metamask Snaps are plugins that allow users to install various applications into their Metamask wallet and interact with a wide range of blockchains and DApps. Christian shares his story of how he got into Web3, what Metamask Snaps are and how they work, and what are some of the use cases and benefits of using them.
    Expect the following ⬇️
    What is Metamask and how does it work
    What are Metamask Snaps and how do they work
    How to install and use Metamask Snaps
    Some examples of Metamask Snaps and their use cases
    The benefits of using Metamask Snaps for users and developers
    The challenges and opportunities of building Metamask Snaps
    The future vision and roadmap of Metamask Snaps
    How to get involved and contribute to Metamask Snaps
    Links
    Metamask website
    Metamask Snaps website
    Metamask Snaps GitHub repository
    Metamask Snaps documentation
    Metamask Snaps examples
    Christian Montoya’s Twitter
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    The Bankless Africa show highlights projects, ecosystems, and people making impacts and driving crypto adoption across Africa. Get informed on all things Bitcoin, Defi, NFTs, web3, and everything in between.
     
    Disclaimer
    None of what is shared in this show is financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or solicitation to buy or sell any asset or to make any financial decision.  Remember always to do your own research..
     
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    • 31 min
    Building Decentralized Applications with AI (MazzumaGPT) w/ Kofi Genfi - Co-founder of MazzumaGPT

    Building Decentralized Applications with AI (MazzumaGPT) w/ Kofi Genfi - Co-founder of MazzumaGPT

    In this episode, thinkDecade interviews Kofi Genfi, the co-founder of MazumaGPT, a service that generates smart contracts code from natural language prompts. Kofi shares his journey as a co-founder and how MazzumaGPT transitioned from building DevTools for the Web2 space to it’s current state as Web3 AI tool. 
    In this Episode 👇🏾
    How Kofi got interested in the Web3 space after reading about Silk Road, an infamous online marketplace that used Bitcoin
    How Mazuma GPT can help users create smart contracts for various use cases, such as DeFi, NFTs, DAOs, etc.
    How Mazuma GPT can lower the barriers to entry and increase the adoption of smart contracts and Web3 technologies
    Resources mentioned
    https://mazzuma.com/mazzumagpt/ 
     
    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the Bankless Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast app and leave us a review. You can also follow us on Twitter and join our Telegram group to stay updated on the latest news and insights from the African Web3 community. Thank you for listening and stay relentless!
    Thank you for tuning in.
    The Bankless Africa show highlights projects, ecosystems, and people making impacts and driving crypto adoption across Africa. Get informed on all things Bitcoin, Defi, NFTs, web3, and everything in between.
     
    Disclaimer
    None of what is shared in this show is financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or solicitation to buy or sell any asset or to make any financial decision.  Remember always to do your own research..
     
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    • 46 min
    Sats & Gwei | Binance Donates over $3 Million to Morocco and Libya Users in $BNB Airdrops | Nigeria’s crypto transactions hit $56.7 billion, driven by weakening currency and inflation | & More

    Sats & Gwei | Binance Donates over $3 Million to Morocco and Libya Users in $BNB Airdrops | Nigeria’s crypto transactions hit $56.7 billion, driven by weakening currency and inflation | & More

    Highlights
    Crypto Exchange Bybit Launches Derivatives Products in South Africa
    https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-exchange-bybit-launches-derivatives-products-in-south-africa/
     
    South African Crypto Exchange, VALR, Makes Critical Step Towards Global Expansion Following Dubai Regulatory Approval
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/10/valr-gets-dubai-regulatory-approval/ 
     
    Kenya panel urges shutdown of Worldcoin's crypto project within country
    https://www.zawya.com/en/world/africa/kenya-panel-urges-shutdown-of-worldcoins-crypto-project-within-country-w262bjwj 
     
    Tunisia’s Dar Blockchain Announces Partnership with HashGraph Association to Develop MENA Web3 Ecosystem
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/10/dar-blockchain-announces-partnership-with-hashgraph-association/ 
     
    CoinFlip,a leading American Crypto ATM Firm Instals 9 Crypto ATMs in South Africa
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/09/build-for-africa-hackathon/
     
    Btrust Builders Launches ‘Build for Africa’ Bitcoin Hackathon Open to Anyone with a Bitcoin Idea
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/09/build-for-africa-hackathon/ 
     
    South Africans Can Now Scan to Pay with Crypto
    https://ffnews.com/newsarticle/cryptocurrency/south-africans-can-now-scan-to-pay-with-crypto/ 
     
    NITDA warns Nigerians over cryptocurrency giveaway scam
    https://nairametrics.com/2023/09/26/nitda-warns-nigerians-over-cryptocurrency-giveaway-scam/ 
     
    Kenyan Women are the Most Involved in Cryptocurrency in Africa, 3rd Globally, Reveals a 2023 Report
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/09/crypto-ponzi-schemes-in-cameroon/ 
     
    Binance Donates over $3 Million to Morocco and Libya Users in $BNB Airdrops
    https://bitcoinke.io/2023/09/binance-donates-bnb-to-users-in-morocco-and-libya/ 
     
    Akowe wants to fix Africa’s broken certificate system with blockchain
    https://tcrn.ch/451nN7d 
     
    Nigeria's crypto transactions hit $56.7 billion, driven by weakening currency and inflation
    https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/nigerias-crypto-transactions-hit-dollar567-billion-driven-by-weakening-currency-and/ttsxbf3 
     
    Adaverse Funds Kotani Pay Financial Gateway to Improve Seamless Dapp Interaction In Africa with Cardano Onboarding
    https://nodo.xyz/post/adaverse-funds-kotani-pay-financial-gateway-to-improve-seamless-dapp-interaction-in-africa-with-cardano-onboarding 
     
    ETH Accra Reiterates Filecoin EVM’s Significance in Blockchain Development
    https://blockbuild.africa/eth-accra-filecoin-evm-blockchain-development/ 

    And more
     
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    Sats & Gwei is a Bankless Africa podcast that brings you weekly crypto/web3 headlines about the Africa continent. Stay up to date with the most relevant crypto happenings across Africa.
    Disclaimer:
    None of what is shared in this show is financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or solicitation to buy or sell any asset or to make any financial decision.  Remember to always do your own research. 
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    • 31 min
    Exploring Decentralized Governance w/ Jengajojo of DAOstewards.

    Exploring Decentralized Governance w/ Jengajojo of DAOstewards.

    Episode Description:
    In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of decentralized governance, exploring its principles, innovations, and challenges. We use Optimism DAO as our focal point, a pioneering entity in the decentralized space, to understand the nuances and potentials of decentralized governance in creating a more equitable and inclusive digital realm.
    🌐 Topics Covered:

    Decentralized Governance:
    The lifeblood of Web3, enabling communities to shape destinies and fostering transparency.
    A method of coordination and decision-making in the crypto community, evolving from direct democracy to delegated governance.


    Optimism DAO:
    A layer two scaling solution on Ethereum focusing on decentralized governance through a unique bicameral structure.
    The structure includes a token house for governance decisions and a citizen's house for allocating funds to public good projects.


    Web3 & Decentralization:
    The decentralized internet as the beacon guiding us towards innovation, freedom, and community-driven development.
    The role of decentralized governance in breaking the chains of traditional hierarchies and creating a more open and collaborative digital world.

    🗣️ Speakers:
    thinkDecade: Shares insights on the importance of decentralized governance in the evolution of Web3 and his journey into crypto.
    jengajojo: Discusses the intricacies of governance structures and the innovations by Optimism DAO in avoiding plutocracy in DAO governance.
    📘 Recommended Reading:
    "The Sovereign Individual": A recommended book that has shaped the understanding of decentralization and sovereignty for many in the crypto space.
    🔑 Key Takeaways:
    Decentralized governance is reshaping our understanding of collective decision-making and organizational structures.
    Optimism DAO is at the forefront of experimenting with decentralized governance, focusing on equitable decision-making and public goods funding.
    The episode provides deep insights into the ongoing developments, challenges, and the potential of decentralized governance in shaping a more equitable and inclusive digital future.

    • 53 min
    Sats & Gwei | Opera aims to make payments a breeze with MiniPay | kotani Pay raises $2m | Onboard Wallet raises $1.9m | Yellow Card & MoonPay Partners | And More

    Sats & Gwei | Opera aims to make payments a breeze with MiniPay | kotani Pay raises $2m | Onboard Wallet raises $1.9m | Yellow Card & MoonPay Partners | And More

    Welcome to another episode of Africa’s Crypto Rollup - Sats & Gwei. like we always do weekly, in this episode we bring you the latest and most relevant crypto news and updates across Africa. 
    Highlights
    Yellowcard and Moonpay partner to improve crypto accessibility in Nigeria
    https://www.benjamindada.com/yellowcard-and-moonpay-partner-crypto-accessibility-nigeria/ 
    Yellowcard and MoonPay have partnered to make cryptocurrency more accessible in Nigeria. They will integrate their platforms to simplify peer-to-peer crypto transactions for Nigerians. This looks positive for the Nigerian crypto landscape.
    Opera launches MiniPay
    https://x.com/CeloOrg/status/1701877114302304718?s=20 
    Opera has launched MiniPay, a stablecoin-based non-custodial wallet that allows users to send and receive funds instantly using just a phone number. It is currently available in Nigeria on Android via Opera Mini, with plans to expand to other African countries. MiniPay offers fast transactions, low fees, and support for local payment methods.
    US fintech Olliv expands crypto kiosks to South Africa
    https://www.kioskmarketplace.com/news/us-fintech-olliv-expands-crypto-kiosks-to-south-africa/ 
    US fintech Olliv has expanded its crypto kiosks to South Africa, with nine kiosks installed across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. This is Olliv's first entry into the African market. The kiosks allow users to buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin using cash or debit card.
    Jay-Z And Jack Dorsey funded Btrust Acquires African Bitcoin Firm Qala
    https://cointelegraph.com/news/jack-dorsey-s-trust-acquires-african-bitcoin-organization-qala 
    ₿trust, a 2021 nonprofit organization funded by Jack Dorsey and rapper Jay-Z, has officially acquired Qala as of the 1st September 2023. Qala is an African Bitcoin organization that trains Bitcoin and Lightning Network engineers while ₿trust exists to decentralise the development of Bitcoin software, this acquisition is part of that mission, to drive the development and education of Bitcoin open-source engineers from across the Global South.
    Qala will rebrand as the ₿trust Builders Programme and continue to operate under its current leadership. The program will continue to offer training and support to African Bitcoin developers, with a focus on building the infrastructure and applications needed to make Bitcoin more accessible and useful to people on the continent.
    Kotani Pay receives a $2m pre-seed funding
    https://techpoint.africa/2023/09/05/kotani-pay-preseed-funding/ 
    Kotani Pay, a Kenyan crypto-based payments startup, raised $2 million in pre-seed funding to expand its platform to new markets in Africa and develop new features. The platform has the potential to revolutionize the way that Africans send and receive money.
    VALR introduces VALR Pay, Now Available At All Pick n Pay Tills Across South Africa
    https://iafrica.com/valr-pay-now-available-at-all-pick-n-pay-tills-across-south-africa/ 
    VALR Pay, a cryptocurrency payment service, is now available at all Pick n Pay tills in South Africa. Customers can use Bitcoin to pay for goods and services at Pick n Pay stores nationwide. To use VALR Pay, customers open the VALR app, log in, scan a QR code, and show the payment confirmation message to the cashier.
    Onboard raises $1.9 million
    https://adaverseaccelerator.medium.com/cardano-accelerator-adaverse-invests-in-nestcoin-to-catalyze-financial-inclusion-in-africa-c0239a1ebb3d 
    Nestcoin's Onboard Wallet, a global, mobile-friendly platform that simplifies the process of buying, selling, and storing cryptocurrencies, raised $1.9 million in a fund round led by Hashed Emergent. The investment will be used to expand Nestcoin's reach in Africa and develop new products and services. Onboard was also part of 15 global brands that took part in the launch of Base, alongside Coca-Cola, Atari, Open Sea and Optimus.
    US court finds South African company Cape Cookies guilty of a major crypto scam
    https://www.investing.com/news/crypto

    • 18 min
    ETHSafari 2023: Mobilizing to build for Real Impact and Use Cases

    ETHSafari 2023: Mobilizing to build for Real Impact and Use Cases

    Our guest today is Mortech(Contributor at SafariDAO) who talks about ETHSafari 2023, an upcoming event that aims to bring together the Ethereum community in Africa and beyond. It is a week-long conference and festival that will feature panels, workshops, keynotes, hackathons, and art performances on various topics related to blockchain technology and decentralized finance. Some of the themes that will be covered are:
    DeFi for the real world: How decentralized finance can shift the future of African and global economies
    Investing in Web3: Lessons and opportunities from the frontlines of crypto investing
    NFTs and digital identity: The metaverse experience and the potential of non-fungible tokens
    Impact and ReFi: Social impact and regenerative finance as a way to do business more accountably
    DAOs: The web3 rabbithole and how to create and join decentralized autonomous organizations
    ETHSafari 2023 will take place from September 18 to September 24 in Kenya. The first three days will be held in Nairobi, where participants can join bootcamps and side events to learn and build with Ethereum. The last four days will be hosted at Beneath The Baobabs, a stunning venue in Kilifi, where the conference and festival will take place. There will also be a special train ride from Nairobi to Kilifi on September 21, called the BlockTrain, for those who want to enjoy the scenic journey.
    If you are interested in attending ETHSafari 2023, you can get your early bird tickets now at ETHSafari website. You can also check out the schedule, the speakers, the artists, and the sponsors of the event. 
    Thank you for tuning in.
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    The Bankless Africa show highlights projects, ecosystems, and people making impacts and driving crypto adoption across Africa. Get informed on all things Bitcoin, Defi, NFTs, web3, and everything in between.
    Disclaimer
    None of what is shared in this show is financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or solicitation to buy or sell any asset or to make any financial decision.  Remember always to do your own research.
     
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    • 24 min

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