?? #Alitalkstech Weekly Round-up is back! Join us as we break down Africa’s Tech & Finance Evolution, Global Trends, and much more! ???? This week:
Ali Hussein Kassim
CEO, Executive Leadership Coach, Tech Executive & Investor, Board Member, Advisor to Boards, Operating at the Intersection of Marketing & Technology, Keynote Speaker
??? South African Crypto Ban Challenge
Crypto exchanges push back against a pension fund ban, citing stifled innovation. Globally, countries like the USA, Canada, and Germany are exploring crypto investments for diversification.
?? Should pension funds cautiously embrace crypto?
?? Starlink Faces Higher Fees in Kenya
Kenya plans a Sh4m annual fee and 0.4% turnover tax for Starlink, highlighting Africa’s evolving telecom regulations. With only 40% of the continent online, can Starlink balance innovation with compliance?
?? Kenya Leads Africa’s Tech Funding
Kenya raised $638M in 2024, topping African countries. Now, the focus shifts from funding to:
Building sustainable businesses.
Measuring social impact.
?? What defines true success in tech?
?? CBK’s Payment System Debate
The Central Bank of Kenya proposes a new Fast Payment System, sparking debate with banks pushing for a PesaLink upgrade. Can Kenya balance innovation and cost-effectiveness?
?? The AI Gold Rush
AI dominates VC funding, claiming 22% in 2024. While giants like OpenAI and NVIDIA thrive, not all startups will survive.
?? Revolution or bubble?
?? Join us as we explore Africa’s innovation stories and their global ripple effects! ??
Former unit Engineer Prideinn Hotels. GLOBAL PEACE AMBASSADOR, KILIFI COUNTY, Director Malindi Nest Org. Chairman NESCO - Network for Self-help Organisations (A) . Chairman DANFOS ORG. Chairman KJRF KILIFI COUNTY BRANCH
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Head of ESG for Global Fixed Income Research | EM Corporate Credit Analyst
2 个月Many thanks to Gillian Marcelle for bringing this to my feed as well!! There’s so much interest in Africa these days - I’m always ready to learn. Many thanks to you both!!
CEO and Founder, Resilience Capital Ventures LLC
2 个月Glad this came into my feed. Congrats!
Frontend Developer | Aspiring Robotics & Mechatronics Engineer | Entrepreneur | Explorer of Innovative Hardware Technology | Electric Vehicle Enthusiast
2 个月Hurray to Kenya for securing the highest funding, it’s amazing to see their tech space evolving especially in hardware technology
Ali Hussein Kassim, love how Africa's tech scene is lighting up the global stage. Wonder if we'll see more homegrown solutions shaping tomorrow?