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Joshua Salifu

Speaker at International Conference on Crypto Finance & Blockchain Technologies

Director Of Academics at United Africa Blockchain Association, Nigeria

A professional with a cumulative 8 years experience in the Blockchain space, marine, oil and gas and telecoms industry.

Currently serving as the Director of academics and Research for the UABA, Joshua contributes to the association’s blockchain research programmes and partnerships and also assists in the design, conduct, analysis and write-up of research surveys and studies for the association.

Has the exact skill set for executing projects and programs bringing the most creative and innovative approaches to the table. He is a passion blockchain promoter and enthusiast who contributes in pushing for the adoption of blockchain technology in Africa. Joshua also serves previously in the Blockchain Association of Africa Board, BAA as the community manager.

Session: Crypto Finance & Blockchain Technologies

Crypto Finance & Blockchain Technologies

The genesis of cryptocurrency can be traced back In 2008 when an unknown developer by the name Satoshi Nakomoto developed bitcoin which is the world’s first peer to peer digital currency. But the most interesting thing about this innovation is the underlying technology that the Bitcoin is hinged upon ” The Blockchain”.

Blockchain Technology can be defined in different forms from ” a digital ledger Technology to digital or virtual currency to decentralized database etc. But Basically a blockchain cryptocurrency is designed to work as a medium of exchange. Unlike physical currencies, blockchain cryptocurrency works on digital channels and are often adhered to strong cryptography to secure financial transactions that happen online. And in recent times, the acceptability of the digital currency in General the blockchain enthusiast has increased as more used cases are created among multiple industries which has really helped in solving real life issues and making work efficient, fast and secured.
one of such use cases is in Finance. This is because blockchain Blockchain facilitates safe, easy transactions, and builds trust between trading partners. It can even be used to quickly identify individuals through digital IDs. Banks and other financial institutions are already using blockchain to optimize their services, cut back on fraud and reduce fees for customers.

Learning outcomes:

  • What is Blockchain
  • Blockchain Applications
  • Blockchain in Finance
  • Cryptocurrency explained

Additional information and International Crypto Finance & Blockchain Technologies Conference programme – here

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