Next Speaker Update – Just Concluded 🎤
An insightful session on:
📌 Compliance Consultancy in Crypto FSPs
Delivered by Dalene Deale, stepping in on short notice to provide firsthand insights on navigating regulations, audits, fraud management, identity verification, and process engineering within the crypto compliance space.
A strong reminder that behind every successful crypto operation is a solid compliance structure. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
An insightful session on:
📌 Compliance Consultancy in Crypto FSPs
Delivered by Dalene Deale, stepping in on short notice to provide firsthand insights on navigating regulations, audits, fraud management, identity verification, and process engineering within the crypto compliance space.
A strong reminder that behind every successful crypto operation is a solid compliance structure. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
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Panel Discussion: Crypto Risk Amid Regulatory Gaps
Featuring:
• Alwie Carstens, Compliance Officer, Masthead
• Angela Itzikowitz, Executive | Banking and Finance, ENS
• Lindo Ntuli, Managing Legal Counsel, Transunion
• Nicole Britton, Partner, Clyde & Co
A compelling discussion on the challenges and strategies for managing crypto risk in environments with regulatory gaps; essential insights for anyone navigating the crypto ecosystem.
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Panel Discussion: Crypto Risk Amid Regulatory Gaps
Featuring:
• Alwie Carstens, Compliance Officer, Masthead
• Angela Itzikowitz, Executive | Banking and Finance, ENS
• Lindo Ntuli, Managing Legal Counsel, Transunion
• Nicole Britton, Partner, Clyde & Co
A compelling discussion on the challenges and strategies for managing crypto risk in environments with regulatory gaps; essential insights for anyone navigating the crypto ecosystem.
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Next Keynote – Just Concluded 🎤
Directive 9: Connecting the Implementation of the “Travel Rule” Relating to Crypto Asset Transfers
Case Study: Crypto Asset Enabled Fraud and Money Laundering
Delivered by:
• Kamla Govender, Legal and Policy Advisor / Senior Specialist, Financial Intelligence Center
• Tsheang Moagi, Analyst, Financial Intelligence Center
An eye-opening session breaking down the practical implementation of the Travel Rule and its role in combating fraud and money laundering within the crypto space.
A critical reminder that compliance is not just regulation; it’s protection for the entire ecosystem. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Directive 9: Connecting the Implementation of the “Travel Rule” Relating to Crypto Asset Transfers
Case Study: Crypto Asset Enabled Fraud and Money Laundering
Delivered by:
• Kamla Govender, Legal and Policy Advisor / Senior Specialist, Financial Intelligence Center
• Tsheang Moagi, Analyst, Financial Intelligence Center
An eye-opening session breaking down the practical implementation of the Travel Rule and its role in combating fraud and money laundering within the crypto space.
A critical reminder that compliance is not just regulation; it’s protection for the entire ecosystem. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Next Keynote – Just Concluded 🎤
Navigating Rapidly Evolving Stablecoin Regulations
Delivered by:
Dr Wiehann Oliver, Partner and Head of Fintech & Digital Assets, Forvis Mazars
A timely session unpacking the fast-changing regulatory landscape around stablecoins and what it means for innovation, compliance, and the future of digital finance.
A strong reminder that as the ecosystem evolves, staying informed and compliant is key to long-term success. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Navigating Rapidly Evolving Stablecoin Regulations
Delivered by:
Dr Wiehann Oliver, Partner and Head of Fintech & Digital Assets, Forvis Mazars
A timely session unpacking the fast-changing regulatory landscape around stablecoins and what it means for innovation, compliance, and the future of digital finance.
A strong reminder that as the ecosystem evolves, staying informed and compliant is key to long-term success. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
Panel Discussion: Risk & Compliance Framework for Digital Assets
Featuring:
• Carel de Jager, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, SilverSixpence
• Rob MacKay, Investor Manager Lead, Mesh Trade
• Henco Vorstman, CEO, ChainEx
• Johan Hetzel, Global Head: Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering, Luno
A powerful discussion on building tailored risk and compliance frameworks for digital-asset businesses; covering regulatory compliance, AML/CFT measures, as well as operational and cybersecurity controls.
Key emphasis was placed on collaboration with regulators and adopting best practices to create secure, transparent, and resilient digital-asset operations. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Panel Discussion: Risk & Compliance Framework for Digital Assets
Featuring:
• Carel de Jager, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, SilverSixpence
• Rob MacKay, Investor Manager Lead, Mesh Trade
• Henco Vorstman, CEO, ChainEx
• Johan Hetzel, Global Head: Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering, Luno
A powerful discussion on building tailored risk and compliance frameworks for digital-asset businesses; covering regulatory compliance, AML/CFT measures, as well as operational and cybersecurity controls.
Key emphasis was placed on collaboration with regulators and adopting best practices to create secure, transparent, and resilient digital-asset operations. 🔐
More powerful sessions ahead 🚀
Next Keynote – Just Concluded 🎤
Blockchain and Digital Assets - The Evolution of Innovation
Delivered by:
Preeta Bhagattjee, Director and Head of the Technology & Innovation Practice, Werksmans Attorneys
An insightful session exploring the rapid growth of innovation in blockchain and digital assets, including tokenisation, intellectual property rights, and key legal considerations across both public and private blockchains.
The discussion also highlighted critical areas such as data management on-chain and ownership rights in digital assets; shaping the future of this evolving ecosystem.
A strong reminder that innovation must move hand-in-hand with legal clarity and structured frameworks. 🔐
One more powerful session ahead to wrap up Day 1 🚀
Blockchain and Digital Assets - The Evolution of Innovation
Delivered by:
Preeta Bhagattjee, Director and Head of the Technology & Innovation Practice, Werksmans Attorneys
An insightful session exploring the rapid growth of innovation in blockchain and digital assets, including tokenisation, intellectual property rights, and key legal considerations across both public and private blockchains.
The discussion also highlighted critical areas such as data management on-chain and ownership rights in digital assets; shaping the future of this evolving ecosystem.
A strong reminder that innovation must move hand-in-hand with legal clarity and structured frameworks. 🔐
One more powerful session ahead to wrap up Day 1 🚀
Final Update – Day 1 🎤🔥
Panel Discussion: Risks and Opportunities of Cryptocurrencies and Technology
Featuring:
• Shaun Strydom, Chief Executive Officer, Contactable
• Darryl Bernstein, Partner, White & Case
• Muvhango Livhusha, Vice President, ISACA South Africa Chapter
• Tayyibah Suliman, Sector Head Director, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
A powerful closing discussion highlighting both the immense opportunities and critical risks within the crypto and blockchain space.
From financial inclusion, faster global transactions, transparency, and innovation; to challenges like financial crime, market volatility, regulatory gaps, cybersecurity threats, and governance concerns; the session provided a balanced and forward-thinking perspective on the future of the industry.
A strong reminder that while the opportunities are massive, navigating the risks is what defines long-term success in this space. 🔐
Day 1 wrapped. On to the next 🚀
Panel Discussion: Risks and Opportunities of Cryptocurrencies and Technology
Featuring:
• Shaun Strydom, Chief Executive Officer, Contactable
• Darryl Bernstein, Partner, White & Case
• Muvhango Livhusha, Vice President, ISACA South Africa Chapter
• Tayyibah Suliman, Sector Head Director, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
A powerful closing discussion highlighting both the immense opportunities and critical risks within the crypto and blockchain space.
From financial inclusion, faster global transactions, transparency, and innovation; to challenges like financial crime, market volatility, regulatory gaps, cybersecurity threats, and governance concerns; the session provided a balanced and forward-thinking perspective on the future of the industry.
A strong reminder that while the opportunities are massive, navigating the risks is what defines long-term success in this space. 🔐
Day 1 wrapped. On to the next 🚀
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Conference Day 2 – Keynote Update 🎤
Can Cryptocurrency Replace Cash as a Store of Wealth, Medium of Trade, and Unit of Account?
Delivered by:
Desiree Reddy, Director, Norton Rose Fulbright
A thought-provoking session exploring whether cryptocurrencies can truly function as money in the modern economy.
Key discussions covered the balance between volatility and value preservation, the gap between the promise of frictionless payments and real-world infrastructure, and the challenge of becoming a true unit of account.
The session also highlighted the critical role of regulatory clarity; as either a catalyst or constraint; and the likely path forward through coexistence with fiat via stablecoins, tokenisation, and CBDCs.
A powerful reminder that the future of money may not be replacement; but evolution and integration. 🔐
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Can Cryptocurrency Replace Cash as a Store of Wealth, Medium of Trade, and Unit of Account?
Delivered by:
Desiree Reddy, Director, Norton Rose Fulbright
A thought-provoking session exploring whether cryptocurrencies can truly function as money in the modern economy.
Key discussions covered the balance between volatility and value preservation, the gap between the promise of frictionless payments and real-world infrastructure, and the challenge of becoming a true unit of account.
The session also highlighted the critical role of regulatory clarity; as either a catalyst or constraint; and the likely path forward through coexistence with fiat via stablecoins, tokenisation, and CBDCs.
A powerful reminder that the future of money may not be replacement; but evolution and integration. 🔐
More insights loading… 🚀
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Day 2 – Final Day 🚀
Crypto Assets Regulator and Compliance Conference – Johannesburg 🇿🇦
Final day of the conference!
Lots more powerful sessions and activities ahead; stay tuned for live updates 🎤🔥
Crypto Assets Regulator and Compliance Conference – Johannesburg 🇿🇦
Final day of the conference!
Lots more powerful sessions and activities ahead; stay tuned for live updates 🎤🔥
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
Crypto Audits, CASPs and Institutional Investors
Delivered by:
Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director, Tax Consulting SA
An insightful session unpacking how tax authorities are approaching crypto, with a strong focus on audits and compliance for both individuals and institutions.
Key highlights included what triggers a crypto audit, common issues identified, and how SARS views crypto assets; especially the critical distinction between capital vs. income classification.
The session also emphasized that voluntary disclosure can reduce risk and costs, while proper record keeping remains the strongest line of defense. 🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Crypto Audits, CASPs and Institutional Investors
Delivered by:
Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director, Tax Consulting SA
An insightful session unpacking how tax authorities are approaching crypto, with a strong focus on audits and compliance for both individuals and institutions.
Key highlights included what triggers a crypto audit, common issues identified, and how SARS views crypto assets; especially the critical distinction between capital vs. income classification.
The session also emphasized that voluntary disclosure can reduce risk and costs, while proper record keeping remains the strongest line of defense. 🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
From Policy to Production: Lessons from Launching Bank-Grade Digital Asset Custody
Delivered by:
Robyn Lawson, Head of Digital Assets Product: Custody, ABSA
A powerful session exploring the transition from concept to real-world deployment of institutional-grade digital asset custody solutions.
Key insights covered designing custody frameworks with regulation at the core, balancing governance, risk, and innovation, and translating fiduciary responsibilities into effective on-chain controls.
The session also highlighted critical lessons in scaling from proof of concept to full market readiness; a major step toward institutional adoption of digital assets. 🔐
More insights coming… 🚀
From Policy to Production: Lessons from Launching Bank-Grade Digital Asset Custody
Delivered by:
Robyn Lawson, Head of Digital Assets Product: Custody, ABSA
A powerful session exploring the transition from concept to real-world deployment of institutional-grade digital asset custody solutions.
Key insights covered designing custody frameworks with regulation at the core, balancing governance, risk, and innovation, and translating fiduciary responsibilities into effective on-chain controls.
The session also highlighted critical lessons in scaling from proof of concept to full market readiness; a major step toward institutional adoption of digital assets. 🔐
More insights coming… 🚀
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
Tackling Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Crypto Asset Services
Delivered by:
Leopoldt Jansen van Vuuren, Head of On-Chain Analytics, Provenance
A critical session unpacking the evolving compliance risk landscape and how crypto asset services are being exploited for illicit activities.
Key discussions focused on aligning with global regulatory standards and implementing risk-based KYC, transaction monitoring, and blockchain analytics in a way that is scalable and suitable for emerging markets.
The session also highlighted practical risk mitigation strategies, including common patterns of financial crime in crypto and the tools and techniques available today for both businesses and regulators. 🔐
A strong reminder that proactive risk management is essential to building trust and sustainability in the crypto ecosystem.
More updates coming… 🚀
Tackling Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Crypto Asset Services
Delivered by:
Leopoldt Jansen van Vuuren, Head of On-Chain Analytics, Provenance
A critical session unpacking the evolving compliance risk landscape and how crypto asset services are being exploited for illicit activities.
Key discussions focused on aligning with global regulatory standards and implementing risk-based KYC, transaction monitoring, and blockchain analytics in a way that is scalable and suitable for emerging markets.
The session also highlighted practical risk mitigation strategies, including common patterns of financial crime in crypto and the tools and techniques available today for both businesses and regulators. 🔐
A strong reminder that proactive risk management is essential to building trust and sustainability in the crypto ecosystem.
More updates coming… 🚀
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
Role of Supervision and Enforcement in Crypto Asset Services
Delivered by:
Adv. Jan Augustyn, Senior Operations Manager: Monitoring, Inspection & Enforcement, Financial Intelligence Centre
An insightful session outlining the critical role of supervision and enforcement in strengthening compliance across crypto asset service providers (CASPs).
Key areas covered included regulatory oversight, issuance of guidance and directives, and ongoing risk assessments related to money laundering and terrorist financing within the crypto sector.
The session also emphasized compliance obligations under the FIC Act, the importance of Risk Management and Compliance Programmes (RMCP), and the need for accurate and timely regulatory reporting. 🔐
A strong reminder that effective supervision is the backbone of a trusted and compliant crypto ecosystem.
More updates coming… 🚀
Role of Supervision and Enforcement in Crypto Asset Services
Delivered by:
Adv. Jan Augustyn, Senior Operations Manager: Monitoring, Inspection & Enforcement, Financial Intelligence Centre
An insightful session outlining the critical role of supervision and enforcement in strengthening compliance across crypto asset service providers (CASPs).
Key areas covered included regulatory oversight, issuance of guidance and directives, and ongoing risk assessments related to money laundering and terrorist financing within the crypto sector.
The session also emphasized compliance obligations under the FIC Act, the importance of Risk Management and Compliance Programmes (RMCP), and the need for accurate and timely regulatory reporting. 🔐
A strong reminder that effective supervision is the backbone of a trusted and compliant crypto ecosystem.
More updates coming… 🚀
Next Update – Just Concluded 🎤
Panel Discussion: AML and Crypto Assets
Featuring:
• Brett Mostert, Digital Innovation Specialist, Standard Bank
• Kent Davis, Partner, Webber Wentzel
• Andrew Keightley-Smith, Senior Associate: Forensics, ENS
• Nicky Downing, Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Guideline BizTech
A highly engaging discussion on the unique AML challenges within the crypto space, including pseudonymity, cross-border transactions, and emerging financial crime risks.
The panel also addressed key regulatory requirements for CASPs; from customer due diligence and transaction monitoring to reporting obligations and FATF Travel Rule compliance.
A strong reminder that as crypto evolves, AML frameworks must continuously adapt to stay effective and relevant. 🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Panel Discussion: AML and Crypto Assets
Featuring:
• Brett Mostert, Digital Innovation Specialist, Standard Bank
• Kent Davis, Partner, Webber Wentzel
• Andrew Keightley-Smith, Senior Associate: Forensics, ENS
• Nicky Downing, Chief Executive Officer & Founder, Guideline BizTech
A highly engaging discussion on the unique AML challenges within the crypto space, including pseudonymity, cross-border transactions, and emerging financial crime risks.
The panel also addressed key regulatory requirements for CASPs; from customer due diligence and transaction monitoring to reporting obligations and FATF Travel Rule compliance.
A strong reminder that as crypto evolves, AML frameworks must continuously adapt to stay effective and relevant. 🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Next Keynote – Just Concluded 🎤
Factors Impacting Regulatory Developments Across Africa
Delivered by:
Lerato Lamola, Partner, Webber Wentzel
An insightful session exploring the key drivers shaping crypto and digital asset regulation across the African continent.
The discussion highlighted the influence of economic conditions, innovation trends, cross-border dynamics, and the growing need for harmonized regulatory frameworks.
A strong reminder that Africa’s regulatory future will play a critical role in unlocking the full potential of digital assets across the region. 🌍🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Factors Impacting Regulatory Developments Across Africa
Delivered by:
Lerato Lamola, Partner, Webber Wentzel
An insightful session exploring the key drivers shaping crypto and digital asset regulation across the African continent.
The discussion highlighted the influence of economic conditions, innovation trends, cross-border dynamics, and the growing need for harmonized regulatory frameworks.
A strong reminder that Africa’s regulatory future will play a critical role in unlocking the full potential of digital assets across the region. 🌍🔐
More updates coming… 🚀
Final Keynote – Wrapping Up Day 2 🎤🔥
Exchange Control in South Africa and Its Impact on Cryptocurrency
Delivered by:
Deon Griessel, Director, Werksmans Attorneys
A powerful closing session unpacking the complexities of exchange control and its intersection with cryptocurrency in South Africa.
Key insights covered the fundamentals of exchange control, the legal framework underpinning the regime, and the critical question of how existing regulations apply to digital assets.
The session also highlighted a landmark 2025 court judgment and recent policy direction from the 2026 budget speech; offering important clarity on the future of crypto within South Africa’s regulatory landscape.
A strong reminder that legal and regulatory evolution will continue to shape the trajectory of crypto adoption. 🔐
Day 2 complete. Conference wrapped. 🚀
Exchange Control in South Africa and Its Impact on Cryptocurrency
Delivered by:
Deon Griessel, Director, Werksmans Attorneys
A powerful closing session unpacking the complexities of exchange control and its intersection with cryptocurrency in South Africa.
Key insights covered the fundamentals of exchange control, the legal framework underpinning the regime, and the critical question of how existing regulations apply to digital assets.
The session also highlighted a landmark 2025 court judgment and recent policy direction from the 2026 budget speech; offering important clarity on the future of crypto within South Africa’s regulatory landscape.
A strong reminder that legal and regulatory evolution will continue to shape the trajectory of crypto adoption. 🔐
Day 2 complete. Conference wrapped. 🚀
🚨 Return Update – Back Home Safely 🌍
Hello Crypto Focus Community,
We’re glad to inform you that we’ve returned safely from our trip to **Johannesburg, South Africa. 🙏
It was a successful and insightful conference, and we gained valuable knowledge, connections, and exposure that will benefit the entire community.
We truly appreciate your support and prayers throughout the journey. In the coming days, we’ll be sharing key insights, lessons, and opportunities from the conference.
🚀 This is just the beginning of greater things ahead.
Crypto Focus to the world 🌍🥂
Hello Crypto Focus Community,
We’re glad to inform you that we’ve returned safely from our trip to **Johannesburg, South Africa. 🙏
It was a successful and insightful conference, and we gained valuable knowledge, connections, and exposure that will benefit the entire community.
We truly appreciate your support and prayers throughout the journey. In the coming days, we’ll be sharing key insights, lessons, and opportunities from the conference.
🚀 This is just the beginning of greater things ahead.
Crypto Focus to the world 🌍🥂
Crypto Focus – One-Minute Quiz #12
Question: What is a smart contract?
Question: What is a smart contract?
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A. A legal agreement signed digitally
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B. A self-executing program on the blockchain
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C. A password for crypto wallets
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D. A type of mining hardware
Correct Answer: B
A smart contract is a self-executing program stored on the blockchain that automatically runs when predefined conditions are met, removing the need for intermediaries.
A smart contract is a self-executing program stored on the blockchain that automatically runs when predefined conditions are met, removing the need for intermediaries.
🚨 NEW OPPORTUNITIES – SOUTH AFRICA CONFERENCES 🇿🇦
Hello Crypto Focus Community,
If you missed the opportunity to attend the Crypto Regulations and Compliance Conference 2026 in South Africa, but still wish to visit South Africa and participate in an international conference, here’s some good news! 🎉
The organizers, Trade Conferences International (TCI), have more upcoming events:
📌 Payment Regulations and Compliance Conference
🗓 13th & 14th May 2026
📌 Third-Party Risk Conference 2026
🗓 8th & 9th July 2026
📌 Anti-Money Laundering & Financial Crime Conference 2026
🗓 9th – 10th September 2026
This is another great chance to gain international exposure, network, and represent the community globally. 🌍
If you’re interested in attending any of these events, kindly reach out so we can help you start planning your trip early.
💡 We can also guide you on how to participate on a lower budget.
Crypto Focus to the world 🌍🚀
Hello Crypto Focus Community,
If you missed the opportunity to attend the Crypto Regulations and Compliance Conference 2026 in South Africa, but still wish to visit South Africa and participate in an international conference, here’s some good news! 🎉
The organizers, Trade Conferences International (TCI), have more upcoming events:
📌 Payment Regulations and Compliance Conference
🗓 13th & 14th May 2026
📌 Third-Party Risk Conference 2026
🗓 8th & 9th July 2026
📌 Anti-Money Laundering & Financial Crime Conference 2026
🗓 9th – 10th September 2026
This is another great chance to gain international exposure, network, and represent the community globally. 🌍
If you’re interested in attending any of these events, kindly reach out so we can help you start planning your trip early.
💡 We can also guide you on how to participate on a lower budget.
Crypto Focus to the world 🌍🚀
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🐣✨ Happy Easter, Crypto Focus Community!
There’s no better time than now to share this exciting update…
Imagine a future where our travel activities are partly or even fully sponsored by partners and sponsors. Well, that possibility is getting closer than ever. 🚀
To position yourself for such opportunities, all you need to do is:
✅ Be an active member of the Crypto Focus Community
✅ Participate fully in our activities and events
📌 One important tip: keep your travel passport ready. Travel plans take time, and visa processes can be lengthy, so don’t wait until the last minute. Start preparing now to avoid any delays.
More opportunities are coming, and you’ll want to be ready when they arrive.
Enjoy the holidays, and let’s fasten our seatbelts for more exciting updates ahead. 🌍✈️
There’s no better time than now to share this exciting update…
Imagine a future where our travel activities are partly or even fully sponsored by partners and sponsors. Well, that possibility is getting closer than ever. 🚀
To position yourself for such opportunities, all you need to do is:
✅ Be an active member of the Crypto Focus Community
✅ Participate fully in our activities and events
📌 One important tip: keep your travel passport ready. Travel plans take time, and visa processes can be lengthy, so don’t wait until the last minute. Start preparing now to avoid any delays.
More opportunities are coming, and you’ll want to be ready when they arrive.
Enjoy the holidays, and let’s fasten our seatbelts for more exciting updates ahead. 🌍✈️