We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network BTC183: Bitcoin Investing Opportunities in Africa w/ Abubakar Nur Khalil
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May 22, 2024 
Abubakar Nur Khalil, a distinguished Bitcoin Core Contributor and founder of Recursive Capital, dives into the vibrant Bitcoin landscape in Africa. He shares insights on the regulatory challenges and grassroots adoption in Nigeria, highlighting significant developments and the role of organizations like Btrust. The conversation also touches on the dynamic investment opportunities across the continent, innovative Bitcoin projects, and the potential for energy sovereignty through mining. Abubakar's expertise provides a hopeful outlook for Bitcoin's future in Africa.
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Initial Bitcoin Attraction
- Abubakar Nur Khalil was initially drawn to Bitcoin because of its technical aspects rather than financial or philosophical reasons.
- He saw it as cool tech and a way to create something useful, a perspective that fueled his deep dive into programming and Bitcoin Core contribution.
Ironic Bitcoin Boost in Nigeria
- The Nigerian government's attempt to ban Bitcoin ironically boosted its adoption by driving users to peer-to-peer markets.
- This grassroots adoption, fueled by distrust in the government and the failing Naira currency, has made Nigeria a leading P2P Bitcoin market.
Bitcoin Payments in Africa
- Most Bitcoin volume in Africa, especially Nigeria, is business-to-business, averaging $1,000-$10,000 monthly.
- Lightning Network adoption is growing for retail use, but on-chain payments still dominate overall transaction volume.