Namibian Educator: Low Level of Crypto and Blockchain Adoption in Africa Comp...
Blockchain and crypto enthusiasts have for years preached about the much envisioned mass adoption of this fintech and why this is an important goal that must be achieved sooner than later. However, many factors like ignorance, a lack of information, and poor telecommunication infrastructure have made the attainment of this objective difficult. A Book of ‘Immeasurable’ Importance In Africa, where proponents of cryptocurrencies believe the technology has a better chance of succeeding, the task of convincing the continent’s citizens is made even more difficult....
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A Namibian university is set to offer a master’s degree in blockchain technology starting in the year 2024, a senior employee with the institution has said. The university is already “infusing” blockchain technology-based content into its level 8 programs. ‘Blockchain Is the Future’ A Namibian higher learning institution, the University of Namibia (UNAM), is set to offer a blockchain technology-related course starting in 2024, the university’s head of the IT department, Samuel Nuungulu, has said. Nuungulu, the chairperson of UNAM’s steering....
Bitcoin adoption around the world is a patient process, as one of the factors involved in the currency’s success relies on internet connectivity. The Western world has gotten accustomed to having the internet at their disposal wherever they go, but things are vastly different in areas such as Africa, South America and parts of Asia. Facebook wants to....
Allen Wei, the CEO of LBank exchange, told Cointelegraph that blockchain could contribute to the creation of a robust economy in Africa. As one of the most populated continents in the world, Africa continues to be an important target for blockchain proponents, as adoption in the region could have a significant impact on the broader crypto economy. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Allen Wei, the CEO of crypto exchange LBank, explained that blockchain can have a significant impact on Africa. Moreover, Wei highlighted that adoption within the region can have an effect on crypto and....
This April, the city of Cape Town, South Africa plays host to the first ever Bitcoin conference in Africa. The event is set to take place on the 16th and 17th April 2015 at the Atlantic Imbizo Conference and Function Studio, located at the Victoria and Albert Waterfront. The Bitcoin Africa Conference will bring together merchants, investors, venture capitalists, startups and Bitcoin enthusiasts who are all looking to move Bitcoin forward in Africa. Bitcoin in Africa is at a decidedly infant stage. Subjects to be discussed include what bitcoin is, the blockchain, merchant adoption, and the....
The price of COMP remains above the daily 50 EMA as it approaches $80. Price remains bullish, holding above key support areas COMP price ranges in an asymmetric triangle with high buy orders. The Compound (COMP) token price has recently been volatile as price ranges in an asymmetric triangle prepare for a breakout to a region of $80 against tether (USDT). Despite the fact that the crypto market is in a state of flux, the Compound (COMP) price has shown tremendous strength as it attempts to break out of its trading range. (Data from Binance) Related Reading: PoW Tokens Take A Hit: Ravencoin....