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<h3>About The Event</h3>Get ready for the most exciting crypto event of the year! Crypto Fest is back for its fifth edition at the breathtaking Cabo Beach Club, on November 24, 2023, and once again we’re bringing the party to Cape Town, South Africa.Get ready to experience the ultimate fusion of cutting-edge technology and vibrant culture in the breathtaking city ranked among the most beautiful in the world.Welcome to Cryptopia, an extraordinary realm that transcends the boundaries of our current society. Embark on an adventure and step into a world where possibilities are limitless.Join us for a day filled with mind-blowing conversations, thrilling debates, and a unique exploration of how cryptocurrencies and blockchain communities are reshaping the world as we know it. Finance, investing, art, music, sport, gaming, entertainment, marketing, governance—no industry is left untouched.Cryptopia by the numbers:<ul><li>3500+ Attendees</li><li>4 Years</li><li>130+ Speakers</li><li>120+ Countries</li></ul><h3>What to expect?</h3><ul><li>Top Global Speakers</li></ul>Get ready to be inspired by a stellar lineup of 30+ global innovators and thought leaders in the cryptocurrency, NFT, Metaverse, blockchain, Web3.0, and DeFi industry.<ul><li>Booths</li></ul>Forge strategic partnerships, and unlock the possibilities of the latest Web3.0, blockchain, NFT, DeFi, and cryptocurrency solutions. Our vibrant exhibition booths are brimming with innovative products, platforms, and services that will leave you inspired and informed.<ul><li>Prizes and Giveaways</li></ul>Receive cool swag from our sponsors and exhibitors and seize the chance to win fantastic giveaways, including exclusive crypto-themed socks.<ul><li>Crypto Battles</li></ul>&nbsp;Don’t forget your boxing gloves as we dive into thought-provoking discussions and epic showdowns with our diverse experts in passionate debates and contests over controversial topics in the crypto world.<ul><li>Networking</li></ul>Connect and network with trailblazing professionals at the forefront of their respective industries, including finance, insurance, trading, mining, software infrastructure, auditing, investment, legal, regulation, and beyond. Rub shoulders with the industry’s most progressive minds, forging valuable connections and unlocking endless possibilities at our event.<ul><li>NFT Gallery</li></ul>Embark on an enchanting journey through the vibrant world of NFTs at our NFT Gallery. Delight in a stunning collection of NFTs created by renowned African artists, showcasing their incredible talent and innovation.<ul><li>Metaverse Gaming</li></ul>Immerse yourself in the captivating realm of virtual reality gaming at our interactive Metaverse Gaming area. Get ready to experience a whole new dimension of gaming where reality and fantasy blend into an unforgettable adventure.<ul><li>Start-Up Pitch Competition</li></ul>Immerse yourself in the inspiring world of entrepreneurship at the Startup Pitch Competition, where aspiring entrepreneurs will take the stage to share their innovative ideas and compete for recognition, support, and the opportunity to elevate their ventures to new heights.<ul><li>After-Party</li></ul>Get ready to party the night away at the after-party! Let loose, groove to the beats, mingle, make memories and celebrate the exhilarating world of crypto.<h3>Previous year's Event Speakers</h3><ul><li>Kieno Kammies - Co-founder of Innovation City</li><li>Alderman James Vos - Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth in the City of Cape Town</li><li>Michael Jordan - Business Development for Polygon Enterprise</li><li>Hannes Wessels - General Manager of Southern and Francophone Africa at Binance</li><li>Nolu Mashologu- Business Development at FTX Africa</li><li>Wiehann Olivier Audit Partner and Digital Asset Lead for Mazars South Africa</li><li>Sebastian Stent - Product Marketing Manager for Web3 at Opera</li><li>Michael Deon - Web 3 | Unity Game Developer | Artist</li><li>Sibusiso Leope aka DJ SBU - Businessman, Artist, DJ</li><li>Mandla Magagula - Chief Technology Officer at Libex</li><li>Wesley Diphoko - Editor In Chief at Fast Company SA</li><li>Wayne Van Niekerk - Business Development at Linum Labs</li><li>Lllew Claasen - Managing Partner at Newtown Partners</li><li>Daniel Kimber - Co-founder of Bakari AG</li><li>Yaliwe Soko - Chairwoman of the United Africa Blockchain Association</li><li>Dirk Van Loggerenberg - CEO of FutureFin</li><li>Ernest Mbenkun- Founder and CEO of Interstellar Inc. and Founder of the Bantu Blockchain Foundation</li><li>Devon Krantz - Founder and CEO at Web3 Sanctuary</li><li>Sean Roberts- Founder and CEO of Sean Roberts (Pty) Ltd</li><li>Ahren Posthumus- CEO and Founder at Momint</li><li>Arno Carstens - Musician and Artist</li><li>Gleenn Gillis - CEO and Co-Founder of Sea Monster</li><li>Rikki Barnes - Head: Crypto &amp; DLT Centre of Expertise at First National Bank</li><li>Gideon Greaves - Managing Director for Africa at CV VC</li><li>Craig Chitima - Digital Designer</li><li>Kyle Brown - Co-Founder of Eighteen Coffee, Former Professional Rugby Player</li><li>... and more!</li></ul>

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<h3>About The Event</h3>Bitcoin Events’ flagship event, the Blockchain Africa Conference, returns on 16-17 March 2023 for the 9th edition as a hybrid edition: in Johannesburg, South Africa and virtually.It is about the big ideas, market disruptors, top industry trends and technologies on which the future marketplace will operate. The conference will focus on global trends with a focus on Africa on particular, and how market players can capitalise on the opportunities and best respond to the threats.The global rate of blockchain adoption has been showcased over the years at the Blockchain Africa Conference with the themes evolving from ‘Beyond the Hype’, ‘From Hype to Mainstream’, ‘Ready for Business?’ and the 2023 theme “Ready for Business’ (no question mark).Leaving hype and speculation behind, the conference will focus on the application of blockchain technology across public and private sectors by global business leaders, organisations and innovators.Key streams are:<ul><li>Blockchain-based use-cases across both financial and non-financial industries</li><li>Cryptocurrency/digital asset regulation</li><li>Blockchain technology hurdles and challenges</li></ul>The objectives are:<ul><li>To provide contextual understanding of blockchain technology and the opportunities that it presents for Africa</li><li>To deliver well-structured content that will meet the needs of different stakeholders and different industries</li><li>To provide networking opportunities focused on creating business partnerships and collaborations that will create employment, drive economic growth and catapult development</li></ul>What to expect:<ul><li>NETWORKING</li></ul>Network with some of the industry’s most progressive professionals across industries like finance, insurance, logistics, utilities, legal, media, and more<ul><li>EXHIBITIONS</li></ul>Experience some of the most innovative blockchain technology and crypto projects and their use cases first-hand<ul><li>GLOBAL EXPERTS</li></ul>Hear from exclusive visionary speakers with enterprise implementation case studies and solutions presented exclusively at the conferenceThe Blockchain Africa Conference is an event that captivates and educates a global audience as Bitcoin Events continues to educate the African community, spread awareness and encourage networking within the space.Join us at Africa’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency conference, the 9th edition of the Blockchain Africa Conference, which will be hosted as an in-person event for the first time since 2020.<h3>Speakers</h3><ul><li>Fifi Peters (Master of ceremonies) - Award Winning Financial Journalist | Anchor at CNBC Africa | Host of SAfm Market Update with Moneyweb</li><li>Rene Reinsberg - Co-Founder of Celo and President at Celo Foundation</li><li>Julien Bouteloup - Founder of Stake Capital Group (Stake DAO, BlackPool Finance, rekt.news) and Curve Core Team Member</li><li>Ran Neu Ner - Co-founder and CEO of Onchain Capital, Founder at Crypto Bantera</li><li>Yosuke Yoshida - Co-CEO of EMURGO Japan</li><li>John Kamara - Founder of Adanian Labs and Afyarekod and Chairman of the African Blockchain Centreis</li><li>Briana Marbury - Executive Director of the Interledger Foundation</li><li>Dr. Christopher Cleverly - President at Tingo International Holdings</li><li>Michaël van de Poppe - Chief Executive Officer and Founder Eight BV</li><li>Prof. Angela Itzikowitz - Executive in ENSafrica’s Banking and Finance department</li><li>Tunji Odumubon - Executive Director at EMTECH</li><li>Prof. Dr. Bettina Schneider - Professor of Cybersecurity and Blockchain at FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland</li><li>Eduard Peris - Founder and Managing Director at ImpactPlus.io</li><li>Ayn du Bazane - Senior Fintech Analyst at the South African Reserve Bank and Chairperson of the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group’s (IFWG)</li><li>Dr. Ntuthuko Bhengu - Founder and Executive Chairman, Alchemy Health Technologies (Pty) Ltd</li><li>Gerhard van Deventer - Senior Fintech Analyst at the South African Reserve Bank</li><li>Maya Caddle - Chief of Staff at Nestcoin</li></ul>

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