Join us for an engaging conversation with Martins Chidume, Co-founder and CEO of SFX, a neobank transforming banking for the African diaspora across Europe. In this episode, Martins and host Dennismary explore the complex dynamics of serving the African diaspora market. They shed light on how blockchain and stablecoins are making dollar accounts accessible to over 112,000 African students in Türkiye. Discover the tangible impact stablecoins are having on the daily lives of millions of Africans i...
Feb 09, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Join us in an enlightening conversation with Joshua Tepbina, the Co-founder and CEO of BingTeller, a remittance platform reshaping the landscape of the African financial value movement. In this compelling episode, Joshua and host Dennismary dive into the intricate dynamics of value exchange in Africa, shedding light on the transformative power of frictionless rails, Blockchain, and Stablecoins. Discover the tangible impact of Stablecoins on the daily lives of millions of Africans as we unravel t...
Jan 30, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Join host Dennis and co-hosts Jeffery and Isaac for a look at the monumental impact of Web3 across Africa in 2023 and predictions for 2024. They’ll discuss how crypto, blockchain technology, NFTs, and decentralized finance created new financial opportunities for millions in Africa this past year. From facilitating cross-border payments to enabling crypto-collateralized lending, Web3 innovations provided greater access to financial services across the continent. The hosts will analyze Web3's expa...
Dec 30, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, I dive into the exciting intersection of Web3 and Agriculture in Africa. I chatted with Sunday Stephen, CEO of Gonana Farm, we shed light on how his platform is empowering farmers through Web3 technologies. How African farmers are accessing a secure and transparent marketplace for their commodities, eliminating unnecessary middlemen and maximizing profits. Our conversation covered: 👉 The relevance of Web3 in the African context of agriculture. 👉 How Gonana leverages blockchain...
Dec 09, 2023•58 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In this episode, Philip Mburu, CEO of Hurupay, joins Dennismary to discuss the rise of stablecoins adoption in Africa. Exploring the long-term implications of stablecoins on the future of money in Africa. Highlighting the challenges posed by hyperinflation and unstable currencies; they explored the potential for financial inclusion, economic growth, and stability in the region. Hurupay is a leading Web3 company focused on bringing stablecoins to Africa. With over $200,000 in transaction volume a...
Oct 25, 2023•33 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this episode, we dive into the Patrica hack story and ask the question: Why are Web3 startups shutting down amidst surging adoption? Patrica was a Nigerian Web3 startup that was hacked in May 2023, resulting in the loss of over $2 million in customer assets. But Patrica is not alone. In recent months, there have been several other African Web3 startups that have shut down. This has raised the question of why these startups are struggling, even as the adoption of Web3 technologies is growing i...
Oct 24, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, we dive into the key findings from the Chainalysis 2023 Crypto Adoption report, with a focus on Africa and specifically Uganda's explosive growth. Key Topics Covered: Overview of the Chainalysis Crypto report. Factors driving Uganda's high adoption: young population, high mobile money usage, unstable national currency, and entrepreneurial culture. The rise of stablecoins in Africa and their potential. Over 50% of transfers were stablecoins. Deep dive into Uganda's cryptocurrency...
Oct 24, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Venture capitalist and Builder; Chika Umeadi offers an insider's perspective on innovation and entrepreneurship across Africa. As a founding partner at Tiphub VC, a venture capital firm backing African and diaspora founders, Chika has unique insights into the continent's startup ecosystem. His experience as a product manager at Google also equips him to share best practices for building world-class products. In this unfiltered conversation, Chika unpacks his approach to venture capital, from eva...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 1
The crypto market is currently in a bear market, with prices down significantly from their all-time highs. This has led to a decline in the number of new crypto startups, with the number of new monthly startups falling off a cliff by 98% since early 2022. However, there are still some builders who are continuing to build during the bear market. In this podcast episode, we talked about the current builder mentality and what it takes to build a successful crypto startup in a bear market. Key takea...
Sep 18, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this bonus episode, the Frontier team discussed the need for self-regulation for Web3 in Africa. We talked about unethical behaviors by some Web3 influencers and how toxic Web3 education is harming the potential of Web3 on the continent. The Frontier is brought to you Yuki; Digital asset custody and core infrastructure built on MPC and Compliance for African financial companies to build direct custody wallets without counterparty or asset custody risk....
Sep 11, 2023•17 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, the Frontier team discussed the need for self-regulation for Web3 in Africa. We talked about unethical behaviors by some Web3 builders and how they are breaking trust in the potential of Web3 on the continent. The team also discussed the recent $2 million debacle with the cryptocurrency exchange Patricia. The Frontier is brought to you Yuki; Digital asset custody and core infrastructure built on MPC and Compliance for African financial companies to build direct custody wallets w...
Sep 09, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this episode, we explore the intersection of mobile money and Web3 in East Africa. We discuss how mobile money has revolutionized financial inclusion in the region, and how Web3 technologies could further empower people and businesses. We also talk to experts about the challenges and opportunities of this emerging space. The Frontier is brought to you Yuki; Digital asset custody and core infrastructure built on MPC and Compliance for African financial companies to build direct custody wallets...
Aug 18, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, we explored crypto education in Africa. We discussed why the current narrative around education is not an important part of the Web3 adoption strategy in Africa, and how product designers are a critical part of the crypto adoption strategy in Africa. The Frontier is brought to you Yuki; Digital asset custody and core infrastructure built on MPC and Compliance for African financial companies to build direct custody wallets without counterparty or asset custody risk. Request API a...
Aug 02, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The current buzz surrounding Africa's Web3 movement is often summarized in one enticing phrase: 'Africa is the next big thing.' While this statement appears optimistic, it overlooks the intricate realities of the continent's digital landscape and inadvertently undermines the tireless efforts of the communities and individuals shaping Africa's Web3 future. In our very first episode We embarked on a compelling journey to uncover the untold story behind this oversimplified narrative. We delved deep...
Jul 11, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 1
