KBCC 2025 Day 1 Recap: Exploring Institutional Adoption and Regulatory Frameworks

Attendees heard opening keynotes on the evolving Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill and the proposed reduction of the Digital Asset Tax from 3 percent to 1.5 percent.

The event provided a platform for attendees to participate in panels on compliance and practical use cases across finance, government, and trade, and network with startups in the Blockchain Startup Expo and Compliance Clinic.

Standout Projects

Whether you missed a session or want to relive the highlights, here are nine standout projects that i found o be fascinating at the Day 1 expo:

Yogupay

A London-based cross-border payments platform founded in 2021, Yogupay empowers businesses with fast, secure transfers across 11 countries and 8 currencies—settling funds within 12–24 hours.

Its enterprise-grade FX and treasury tools, multi-currency IBANs, and on-ramp/off-ramp rails simplify global payouts, making Yogupay a key player in borderless finance.

Keega & Company Advocates

This Nairobi legal boutique delivers strategic counsel across corporate, tax, and capital markets, with a specialized Blockchain & Virtual Assets practice offering compliance guidance on smart contracts, DeFi, and token offerings.

Their emphasis on integrity, precision, and innovation ensures projects navigate Kenya’s evolving regulatory landscape smoothly.

Chains ERP

A comprehensive ERP suite integrating POS, HR, CRM, accounting, and a blockchain module to enhance asset tracking and supply-chain transparency.

Chains ERP helps businesses automate operations, boost productivity, and future-proof growth with on-chain auditability.

ADAMUR

Building the “Superchain,” Adamur offers an open-source, multichain infrastructure that unites AI and Web3, delivering enterprise-ready SDKs for on-chain machine learning, secure data oracles, and decentralized compute.

Their Dev Track booth highlighted tools to accelerate the next generation of on-chain AI applications.

Telcoin

Founded in 2017, Telcoin bridges blockchain, digital banking, and mobile telecoms to create the Internet of Money.

Its Telcoin Wallet supports fast, low-fee remittances to 40+ e-wallets across 20+ countries, while the Telcoin Network—an EVM-compatible chain secured by GSMA-member MNOs—enables compliant, scalable financial services globally.

Investa Farm Limited

A 2023-founded DAO headquartered in London and Nairobi, Investa Farm connects small-scale farmers to cryptocurrency lenders via AI-driven credit scoring and on-chain financing.

The platform tokenizes farm assets, delivers loans within two days, and aligns investor returns with sustainable agricultural impact across East Africa.

Imara Hub

Imara is a decentralized collaboration platform where builders stake tokens to join ideation and development sprints.

Contributors share research, funding, and governance through a milestone-based escrow system, ensuring only committed participants drive projects from concept to launch.

The Black Panther Project

A Web3 protocol on Injective, Black Panther delivers AI-driven asset management with intelligent vaults for automated market-making, grid trading, and trend-following strategies. Its $BLACK token underpins governance, staking rewards, and revenue sharing, positioning this Baltimore-based team at the intersection of DeFi and algorithmic trading.

Project Mocha

Using blockchain to “Buy a Coffee Tree,” Project Mocha tokenizes Kenyan coffee trees to fund smallholder farmers.

Smart contracts guarantee transparent revenue sharing; IoT sensors and data analytics optimize yields; and token holders earn fractional ownership rewards—revolutionizing sustainable coffee finance in Embu County.

The first day of KBCC 2025 was a resounding success, with attendees gaining valuable insights into the latest developments in blockchain and cryptocurrency. With over 500 policy-makers, regulators, and business leaders in attendance, the event provided a platform for meaningful discussions and connections.

📅 Don’t miss Day 2 on June 13, 2025 Join over 800 Web3 builders for hands-on workshops, developer bootcamps, a startup pitch competition, and technical showcases designed to scale emerging protocols and decentralized applications. See you tomorrow at the ASK Dome—ready to code, pitch, and connect!