In this episode of BSV Stories, we look at how blockchain technology is transforming Nigeria's economy, with aid from BSV partners working to boost the country's knowledge and skills on blockchain.
Obinna Iwuno, who heads the local organization for blockchain stakeholders, is calling for the speedy implementation of the national blockchain policy launched in May.
Education on the best blockchain technology and how Nigerians can harness its power was a central theme at Digital Nigeria 2023, with expert speakers coming in from all over the world.
Of the more than 1 million applicants, only 30,000 will be selected to participate in the first cohort, where they will learn skills relating to AI, software development, data science, and more.
At Digital Nigeria, BSV Blockchain Association Director of Education Evan Freeman talked about how Africa can leverage blockchain for an inclusive economy by starting with educating the masses about blockchain.
Centbee Founder and CEO Lorien Gamaroff talked about what should guide our decision-making, what blockchain needs to succeed in emerging economies, and blockchain opportunities in Africa.
Blockchain took a back seat on Day 2 of the Digital Nigeria International Conference 2023 as over a dozen speakers dived into how Africa can leverage emerging technology to develop human capital and financial inclusion.
Brought by BSV Blockchain Association, NITDA, and Domineum, Digital Nigeria showcased emerging technologies, blockchain, and AI at the prestigious Abuja International Conference Center.
Digital Nigeria International Conference 2023 Day 1 showcased the best of everything, from powerful keynote presentations to product launches and hundreds of excited participants.
Digital Nigeria will be the biggest blockchain event this year, says Apollo Eric, whose keynote speech will address blockchain disruption and the rise of a new industry.
Digital Nigeria kicks off on October 24, and with speakers including Lorien Gamaroff, Jimmy Nguyen, and Michael Hudson, it will be bigger than previous editions.
The country is executing an AI strategy and wants top researchers of Nigerian descent to contribute, according to Nigerian Communications Minister Bosun Tijani.
