Many small island nations are turning to cryptocurrency as a way to make sending and receiving money from abroad more efficient, accessible, and cost-effective. Going crypto can help even the most remote island communities make transactions and access finances, helping reduce socioeconomic inequalities and diversifying island economies. Experts on this panel delve into the discussion on how cryptocurrency with the assistance of blockchain technology can help contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Speakers:

George Siosi Samuels
Managing Director, Faiabrand Pte Ltd ("Faiā")

Lord Fusitu’a
Chairman, Commonwealth Pacific Parliamentary Group On Human Rights & GOPAC (Oceania)

Lucia Gallardo
Founder, Emerge Tech Lab

Telly Valerie Onu
Head of Governance & Execution, Bantu Blockchain Foundation

Tom Herman
CEO, Meta-carbon