Impact Plus recently convened at IESE Business School in Barcelona, a renowned institution known for its unwavering dedication to academic excellence, values-driven leadership, and robust industry affiliations. Our visit to this esteemed institution offered a valuable platform for productive discussions with stakeholders during a week, enabling us to align with their interests and aspirations, further…
“Hacking for trust” an international M.E.A.L Hackathon Measuring and proving the value of impact-driven projects can be a challenge, impacting their reputation and funding. To tackle these issues, wedeveloped #HackingForTrust, a solution that enhances measurement techniques and helps projects showcase their impact. The hack introduced international development and humanitarian practices to web3 builders and fostered…
The Blockchain for Impact Workshop, a groundbreaking event that took place on April 25th, was hosted at Harvard University’s prestigious Belfer Center, renowned as one of the world’s foremost think tanks. The workshop was a pivotal component of the Technology and Public Purpose Project, an initiative aimed at exploring the intersection of technology and societal…
Polygon TechHouse’s open day event, held within the Complexo do Chapadão favela in Rio de Janeiro, presents a compelling case study for examining technology’s role in marginalized communities. This event showcased a series of workshops and activities aimed at demonstrating the practical applications of technology and its potential to foster community development. The context of…
ETHDenver, the world’s largest and longest-running annual Blockchain/Web3 event grew 50% this 2023 year, recording its largest attendance in history with a total of 48,000 (15,000 unique) from 115 countries. The Festival provides mentors, resources and educational content to assist in teaching, connecting and expanding all attendees’ involvement in the space. As anticipated since the…
The Society for International Development Roundtable held on February 28, 2023, in Washington D.C., USA, marked a pivotal moment for Impact Plus. Impact Plus, in its journey towards becoming a trusted resource for the global development community, embarked on a significant step by forging robust connections with USAID (United States Agency for International Development) and…
Human-wildlife conflict poses a persistent challenge within the Maasai Mara Ecosystem, jeopardizing both local communities and precious wildlife populations. The delicate balance between human settlements and wildlife habitats has been strained, demanding innovative approaches for coexistence and conservation. In response to this pressing issue, Impact Plus orchestrated a workshop that introduced pioneering strategies to mitigate…
Polygon Labs, with the support of Impact Plus, signed an agreement with one of the world’s largest NGOs reinforcing blockchain’s commitment to solving real-world problems. We will offer performance management support to start-ups working within the Mercy Corps ecosystem and we will organize training sessions for local NGOs in their country offices, starting with Kenya…
In Kuje, Nigeria, we linked developers in the city to rural communities. The inclusion of disenfranchised communities in the development of technology, including blockchain, is essential. These communities have a right to access information and resources, and blockchain holds the promise of improving people’s circumstances. To ensure that this potential is realized, it is necessary…
The Capital Markets (Amendment) Bill in Kenya has raised concerns among the cryptocurrency community about its potential impact on cryptocurrency taxation. We addressed these issues in an event attended by over 150 professionals in Nairobi and co-sponsored by Binance and Tether. The event focused on transparency, compliance, and regulation in the Web3 space. Paulo Ardoino,…