Ethiopian Blockchain Week
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Ethiopian Blockchain Week 2025
September 6th & 7th in Addis Ababa for Ethiopia’s premier blockchain event! 🌍 From Bitcoin mining to Web3, DeFi, and digital innovation, we have brought together global leaders, developers, and visionaries.
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Day 1. The Tech Giant That Took Blockchain Seriously Early

When people hear blockchain, they usually think about crypto.

But one of the earliest companies building real blockchain solutions was IBM.

Instead of focusing on tokens, IBM focused on real business problems.

They built the IBM Blockchain Platform, powered by Hyperledger Fabric, an enterprise blockchain framework supported by the Linux Foundation.

One of the most interesting use cases came from Walmart.

Food supply chains are complex. When contamination happens, tracing the source can take days.

With IBM’s blockchain system, Walmart can trace the origin of food products in seconds.

Every step in the supply chain is recorded on blockchain, making the system more transparent and trustworthy.

This shows something important.

Blockchain is not just about crypto trading. It is about building systems where trust is built into technology.

Tomorrow we will look at how Microsoft helped companies build blockchain solutions using cloud infrastructure.
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🌸 On March 8, we celebrated International Women’s Day by bringing together the incredible women shaping Ethiopia’s blockchain ecosystem.

At Ethiopian Women in Blockchain, we heard inspiring stories about their journeys into Web3, the opportunities they’ve discovered, and the challenges they’ve overcome along the way.

It was an amazing afternoon filled with meaningful discussions, shared experiences, and meaningful networking. The energy in the room was inspiring, and it was clear that women are playing a vital role in building the future of blockchain in Ethiopia.

Here’s a glimpse of that special afternoon.

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Day 2. How Cloud Computing Opened the Door for Blockchain Builders

Building blockchain infrastructure from scratch is not easy. It requires servers, security, networking, and a lot of technical resources.

This is where Microsoft stepped in.

Through Microsoft Azure, Microsoft allowed developers and companies to build blockchain applications directly on the cloud using the Azure Blockchain Service.

Instead of setting up everything from zero, developers could deploy blockchain networks in minutes.

The platform supported networks like Ethereum, making it easier for startups and enterprises to experiment with Web3 solutions.

This move helped accelerate blockchain adoption because companies could test, build, and scale faster without heavy infrastructure costs.

The lesson here is simple.

Web3 innovation does not only come from crypto startups. Sometimes the biggest push comes from major tech companies providing the tools that builders use.

Tomorrow we will look at how Visa started using blockchain for real payment settlements.
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Day 3. When a Global Payment Giant Started Using Blockchain

Most people still think blockchain is separate from traditional finance.

But one of the largest payment networks in the world is already using it. Visa.

Visa began experimenting with blockchain settlements using USD Coin on the Ethereum network.

Instead of relying only on traditional banking rails, some transactions can be settled through blockchain.

Why does this matter?

Traditional cross border payments can take days. Blockchain settlements can happen much faster.

It is a strong reminder that blockchain is not only about trading crypto. It is also becoming part of real global payment infrastructure.

Tomorrow we will look at how Nike stepped into Web3 and digital ownership.
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Day 4. How a Global Brand Entered Web3

Web3 is not only attracting tech companies. Big global brands are also paying attention.

One interesting example is Nike.

Nike entered the blockchain space after acquiring RTFKT Studios, a company known for creating digital sneakers and NFT collectibles.

Using blockchain, Nike began experimenting with digital ownership, where people can own unique virtual items just like physical products.

Some of these digital sneakers exist as NFTs on Ethereum.

This shows something important.

Blockchain is not only changing finance. It is also changing how people think about ownership in the digital world.

Tomorrow we will look at how Google is getting involved in the Web3 ecosystem.
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Day 5. When a Tech Giant Entered the Web3 Ecosystem

Blockchain innovation is not only coming from startups. Some of the biggest tech companies are also stepping in.

One example is Google.

Through Google Cloud, the company started supporting blockchain developers by providing infrastructure for Web3 projects.

Google Cloud now works with several blockchain networks including Ethereum and Solana, helping developers run nodes and build decentralized applications more easily.

This move makes blockchain development more accessible for teams around the world.

It also shows something important.

Web3 is no longer a small niche industry. When companies like Google start building tools for it, it signals that blockchain technology is becoming part of the future internet.
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