Topic: Security Focus and Investigation into Crypto and Blockchain: Fortifying the Foundation for Trust
As the crypto and blockchain ecosystem in Africa experiences explosive growth, it simultaneously becomes a prime target for malicious actors. For this technology to fulfill its promise of trust and transparency, it must first overcome a pervasive crisis of security. This session is not a technical deep dive for developers, but a crucial strategic overview for every participant in the ecosystem—users, investors, entrepreneurs, and regulators—on how to navigate the threat landscape, protect assets, and build resilient systems.

The Paradox: The Trustless System That Requires Ultimate Trust
Blockchain itself is incredibly secure due to cryptography and decentralization. However, the ecosystem built around it is riddled with vulnerabilities. The mantra “Not your keys, not your crypto” underscores the fundamental shift in responsibility: users are now their own bank, and with that power comes immense risk.

This session is a vital call to action: Let’s build an ecosystem that is not only innovative and inclusive but also secure and resilient by design. The trust of the next million users depends on it.