Bitcoin Events: Elizabeth Rossiello - Bitcoin, remittances and the developing world
Bitcoin Events: Elizabeth Rossiello - Bitcoin, remittances and the developing world

Bitcoin Events: Elizabeth Rossiello – Bitcoin, Remittances and the Developing World

Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO of BitPesa, discusses how her company is revolutionizing remittances and international transfers in Africa using blockchain technology. BitPesa offers a platform that enables users to buy and send Bitcoin quickly and cost-effectively, leveraging mobile money systems prevalent in Africa. Rossiello highlights the inefficiencies and high costs associated with traditional banking and money transfer services in sub-Saharan Africa, explaining how BitPesa’s innovative approach addresses these issues. The company’s success is demonstrated by its significant fundraising and partnerships with global financial institutions. Watch it here.

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