Kenias größter Slum ist zu einer florierenden Bitcoin -Wirtschaft geworden

Poor areas will adopt crypto quickly

Bitcoin adoption in Kibera, Kenya’s largest slum, involves around 200 residents using it for low-fee payments and savings, facilitated by initiatives like AfriBit Africa, which aims to improve financial inclusion despite volatility risks. This localized Bitcoin economy, called Afribit, is part of a broader trend of digital financial empowerment in Africa’s informal settlements.

* [Bitcoin is introduced into Africa’s largest slum, with risks and rewards](https://apnews.com/article/kenya-kibera-slum-cryptocurrency-bitcoin-543883377ed5edaf3050296354268806)
* [Bitcoin Gains Foothold in Africa’s Largest Slum, Stirring Hopes and …](https://jakartaglobe.id/tech/bitcoin-gains-foothold-in-africas-largest-slum-stirring-hopes-and-risks)

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tldr; Around 200 residents of Kibera, Kenya’s largest slum, are adopting Bitcoin for transactions, driven by AfriBit Africa’s initiative. The fintech startup provided grants to garbage collectors to accept salaries in BTC, encouraging local entrepreneurs to join. Bitcoin offers lower fees and safety benefits compared to cash, but many users treat it as a speculative asset rather than for daily purchases. Sustainable adoption requires education, investment, and ongoing support, as current efforts remain limited in scope and impact.

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“Slum” and “Thriving”

***Sounds a bit like an oxymoron.***