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An explainer on the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act has been published by Virtual Assets Chamber in collaboration with Vellum
The Virtual Assets Chamber, in partnership with legal consultancy Vellum, released an explainer video on Kenya’s Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Act, detailing which digital assets fall under the law, the categories of service providers it cov...
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Jan 15, 2026
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An explainer on the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act has been published by Virtual Assets Chamber in collaboration with Vellum
Omi Launches First‑Ever AI‑Powered Builder Sprint in Nairobi
M‑Pesa Teams Up with Abu Dhabi‑Based ADI Foundation to Deploy Blockchain Infrastructure Across Eight African Markets
Nairobi to Host First‑Ever Executive Stablecoin Forum, Backed by Bitnob and Tether
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An explainer on the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act has been published by Virtual Assets Chamber in collaboration with Vellum
The Virtual Assets Chamber, in partnership with legal consultancy Vellum, released an explainer video on Kenya’s Virtual...
Jan, 15
Omi Launches First‑Ever AI‑Powered Builder Sprint in Nairobi
Tech developers will gather Thursday, Jan. 15, for a full‑day hybrid sprint that lets participants craft and showcase AI...
Jan, 12
M‑Pesa Teams Up with Abu Dhabi‑Based ADI Foundation to Deploy Blockchain Infrastructure Across Eight African Markets
M‑Pesa Africa announced a strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi‑headquartered ADI Foundation that will see an institu...
Jan, 12
Nairobi to Host First‑Ever Executive Stablecoin Forum, Backed by Bitnob and Tether
Nairobi will welcome a select group of C‑suite executives, fintech founders, and public‑sector leaders on Feb 13 for a d...
Jan, 9
Nairobi Startup Club Launches Weekly Coworking Sessions for Founders
Nairobi’s burgeoning tech scene will gain a new regular gathering spot on Wednesday, Jan 14, when the Nairobi Startup Cl...
Jan, 8
ecosystem leads watch list 2026
2025 marked a defining chapter for Kenya’s digital assets and Web3 ecosystem. The year saw remarkable momentum driven by...
Jan, 8
Christians in Tech Mixer Kicks Off 2026 with Nairobi‑Based FaithTech Celebration
Nairobi’s tech scene will host its first major faith‑focused gathering of the year on January 9, when the Gospel Tech Al...
Jan, 7
Cursor Community Announces Nairobi AI Workshop for January 10
Nairobi will host the third edition of the Cursor Community meetup on Saturday, Jan 10 2026, from 4 pm to 6 pm. Offering...
Jan, 7
Kenya’s Treasury Unveils Formal Framework for ICOs and Token Sales
The Kenyan National Treasury announced on Monday that it will allow companies to raise capital by issuing and selling “d...
Jan, 6
Upcoming blockchain Events in Kenya
Step into the financial revolution with TechRift, where Kenya's digital investment landscape is transforming at breakneck speed. As a trusted guide in financial literacy and smart investing, TechRift brings you the latest on must-attend events, invaluable resources, and expert insights across the country. Whether you're a pro investor or just dipping your toes into the market, TechRift equips you to make bold, informed moves that keep Kenya at the forefront of the global digital economy. Don't just watch the future unfold—build it with TechRift.
Bonanza Fiesta at Madmax Karting Launches Full‑Day Team Competition on Dec 4
Madmax Karting will host the inaugural Bonanza Fiesta—a multi‑stage tournament that blends physical karting, gel‑blaster combat and AI‑assisted design—on Thursday, 4 December 2025. The event, aimed at corporate groups, families and tech‑savvy hobbyists, promises a day of collaborative challenges culminating in an eight‑lap karting final, with separate PlayStation brackets for pure‑gaming participants.
Latitude59 brings its flagship startup conference to Nairobi for a three‑day showcase of African tech innovation
Nairobi will host the Latitude59 Kenya Edition from December 3‑5, 2025, at the A.S.K Dome, marking the first time the Estonia‑born gathering of founders, investors and impact‑makers lands on the continent.
Mantle launches $150 K global hackathon to cap off 2025’s Web3 sprint
The Mantle blockchain platform announced a worldwide, online hackathon slated to run through the end of the year, offering a total prize pool of $150,000 across more than six development tracks. Registration, which closes in 30 days, is now open to developers seeking to showcase projects on the layer‑2 solution before the calendar flips.
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