Steve Kaaru

Contributor

Steve is a cryptocurrency enthusiast with knowledge and experience that spans three years and is fascinated by the prospect of a decentralized world in which everyone is equal.

How Kenya’s RideSafe Is Saving Lives With Blockchain Technology

Minor accidents are deadly without insurance. RideSafe is a new blockchain-based insurance platform for low-income motorcyclists in Nairobi.

Technology Jun. 11, 2019
How A Homeless New Yorker Helped Launch Africa’s Crypto Revolution

Ray Youssef explains how he helped launch the Paxful exchange, and the promise of cryptocurrencies for the people of Africa.

Business May. 29, 2019
Sending Crypto While Offline: Solving Africa’s Connectivity Challenge

Many people in Africa have unreliable internet access, prompting several ingenious solutions that let users spend bitcoin while offline.

Business May. 28, 2019
Zimbocash: A Digital Currency For Zimbabwe

Zimbocash is a crypto startup whose founders are trying to create a new digital monetary system for Zimbabwe.

Business Apr. 4, 2019
Dash Nigeria: Bitcoin Dominance Challenged By Unstoppable Adoption

Dash Nigeria - cryptocurrency advocates whose mission is to bring digital assets into the mainstream in Africa. And guess what? It's working.

Business Mar. 27, 2019
South Africa Proudly Leads The World In Crypto Adoption

Not the USA... nor Japan... nor Switzerland. Nope - only in South Africa will you find over 10% of internet users holding cryptocurrency.

Business Mar. 23, 2019
A Unicorn in the Making: VoguePay Is Making Payments Easier In Nigeria

VoguePay, a Nigeria-based fintech startup, is using blockchain technology to fight crime and facilitate easier payments.

Analysis Mar. 4, 2019
Uganda Quietly Fortifies Position As Blockchain Hub

Uganda is fast-solidifying a position towards the forefront of blockchain technology in Africa - even royalty is behind crypto adoption.

Business Feb. 23, 2019