Kenya is set to host the third edition of the Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference, also known as KBCC 2025. The event, which will take place at the A.S.K Dome in Nairobi from June 12 to 13, is powered by Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. This summit has become one of Africa’s biggest gatherings focused on blockchain technology and digital assets.

Over 1,500 participants are expected to attend the conference. They include software developers, startup founders, financial institutions, central banks, regulators, government officials, and international blockchain companies. The main theme for this year is “Driving Blockchain Innovation and Mass Adoption”. According to the organisers, the conference is designed to promote knowledge sharing, policy development, and the growth of practical blockchain solutions in Africa.

There will be more than 500 key stakeholders present for the session focused on regulation and compliance. These stakeholders will explore how blockchain technology can be applied to various sectors like banking, trade, finance, and governance. Another part of the event, called the Developer Track, will focus on building blockchain-based platforms and Web3 applications. This track is expected to attract over 800 Web3 builders from across the continent.

There is also a Startup Track that will bring together 100 young founders who are building early-stage blockchain businesses. This segment will include demo sessions, workshops, and a pitch competition where selected startups can showcase their products to investors and technology partners.

KBCC 2025 is enjoying major industry support. Apart from Binance, other sponsors backing the event include Bitget, Sumsub, Busha, Tether, Telcoin, Lisk DAO, Base, Bybit, Kotani Pay, MexC, Payd and Project Mocha. These sponsors represent major names in crypto exchanges, blockchain security, payment platforms, stablecoins, and decentralised finance.

Strategic partners for the conference include the Association of Fintechs in Kenya, the Digital Financial Services Association of Kenya (DFSAK), the Virtual Assets Chamber of Commerce, and other ecosystem collaborators from across Africa. Their support is helping to build momentum for blockchain awareness, education, and local policy advancement.

Some of the speakers expected to address participants at the summit include Andrew Letting, Africa Growth Lead at Bitget, Saruni Maina, Regional Operations Lead for Africa at Binance, and Engr. Andrew Masila, who leads Research, Development and Innovation at Safaricom. Others are Tim Theuri, Executive Head of Cybersecurity at M-Pesa Africa, Tatenda Chinodakufa, Business Development Manager for Africa at Sumsub, Nickson Omondi from the Digital Economy Tax Office of the Kenya Revenue Authority, Dr. Bright Gameli, founder of cybersecurity firm Africahackon, Allan Kakai, Director at the Virtual Assets Chamber of Commerce, and Nathaniel Luz, who is the President of the Africa Stablecoin Network.

The KBCC 2025 conference is coming at a time when Kenya is making important moves to regulate the digital asset industry. The Finance Bill 2025, which is currently before parliament, includes a proposal to reduce the Digital Asset Tax from 3% to 1.5%. This change is seen as a way to encourage the growth of the crypto and blockchain sector, while also showing that the government is listening to feedback from industry players.

Another major development is the introduction of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill. The bill, which has also been submitted to parliament, seeks to create a proper legal and regulatory framework for digital asset businesses in Kenya. It outlines licensing procedures, compliance rules, and consumer protection requirements. It also includes measures to prevent money laundering through digital asset transactions.

The organisers of KBCC 2025 say this year’s event will offer a good platform to discuss these new policies and how they can be implemented effectively. Sheila Waswa, CEO of Chasing Mavericks and Events Lead for KBCC 2025, said the summit will focus on helping people understand how blockchain can be used in everyday life.

“Our focus is education for mass adoption,” Waswa said. “We want business people, innovators, and ordinary citizens to see the value of blockchain and understand how it can solve real-life problems.”

Gracy Chen, the Chief Executive Officer of Bitget, also spoke about the importance of the event. She said that Africa, and Kenya in particular, is playing a growing role in the global blockchain industry. According to her, Bitget believes in creating tools, partnerships, and platforms that allow communities to have more control over their finances.

Tatenda Chinodakufa of Sumsub added that as Africa’s blockchain sector continues to grow, there is an urgent need to have proper systems in place for identity verification and compliance. He said KBCC 2025 will be a chance to talk about how Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) technologies can support secure and scalable growth of Web3 platforms on the continent.

With rising interest in blockchain in Africa and more regulatory clarity emerging, many industry watchers believe Kenya could become a major blockchain hub in the region. KBCC 2025 is expected to play a big role in pushing forward discussions and partnerships that will shape the future of digital assets and Web3 in Africa.