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Enhancing Bitcoin Adoption in Africa: The Machankura Case

Enhancing Bitcoin Adoption in Africa: The Machankura Case

On March 18, 2025, the Connect the World podcast with Noelyne Sumba examined Machankura’s innovative offline Bitcoin transaction model. The discussion highlighted regulatory, infrastructural, and educational challenges while demonstrating Bitcoin’s potential for financial inclusion in Africa.

Building Resilient Bitcoin Circular Economies: Global Insights

Building Resilient Bitcoin Circular Economies: Global Insights

The November 12, 2024 episode of the Connect the World podcast features Scott Wolfe, coordinator of the Federation of Bitcoin Circular Economies, discussing the global progress and challenges of building Bitcoin circular economies.

Bitcoin as a Tool for Financial Resilience and Energy Stability in South Africa

Bitcoin as a Tool for Financial Resilience and Energy Stability in South Africa

The November 6, 2024 episode of the Connect the World podcast features Ricki Allardice discussing Bitcoin's role in South Africa, focusing on self-custody for financial security, Bitcoin mining as a solution for energy grid stability, and real-world Bitcoin applications for underserved communities.

Empowering Activists: Key Bitcoin Design Insights

Empowering Activists: Key Bitcoin Design Insights

In an October 22, 2024 Connect the World podcast earlier recorded at Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024, Mogashni Naidoo discusses the role of Bitcoin as a tool for financial freedom, particularly emphasizing its utility for activists who face unique challenges in accessing financial resources.

Suriname’s Bitcoin Future: Economic Transformation through Mining

Suriname’s Bitcoin Future: Economic Transformation through Mining

The November 14, 2023 episode of the Connect the World podcast features Maya Parbhoe discussing Suriname's strategic location and rich resources, including oil, gold, and bauxite, and discusses plans to incorporate Bitcoin mining as part of a broader circular economy.

Bitcoin and Human Rights: Financial Freedom Under Authoritarian Regimes

Bitcoin and Human Rights: Financial Freedom Under Authoritarian Regimes

In the July 25, 2023 episode of the Connect the World podcast, Alex Gladstein, Chief Strategy Officer of the Human Rights Foundation, delves into the intersection of Bitcoin, human rights, and authoritarian regimes.