VALR, Africa’s leading digital asset infrastructure provider, served as diamond sponsor of the Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference in Nairobi. The company’s new Country Manager for Kenya, Peter Mwangi, delivered a keynote outlining a vision for Kenya as a digital asset hub, drawing parallels to the nation’s mobile money success. VALR’s participation underscores its strategic focus on Kenya’s emerging crypto ecosystem, which is being shaped by new regulatory frameworks like the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act.
VALR sponsored the Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference held in Nairobi. The company’s newly appointed Country Manager for Kenya, Peter Mwangi, delivered a keynote address outlining his vision for the country.
Mwangi drew parallels between Kenya’s pioneering mobile money adoption and digital asset opportunities. VALR also hosted a Nairobi meetup for finance leaders to explore partnerships.
Kenya is recognized for its early adoption of mobile money, driving advances in financial inclusion. Recent regulatory developments, including the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act enacted in October 2025, have strengthened this foundation.
The finalized 2026 VASP Regulations establish a clear licensing framework under the Capital Markets Authority. This framework aligns with international standards and creates a base for digital asset growth.
Founded in Johannesburg in 2018, VALR is South Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume. It processes over $15 billion in stablecoin volumes annually and ranks among the top 10 global minters of USDC.
The platform serves over 1.8 million registered users and more than 2,000 corporate clients. It offers institutional-grade infrastructure including API integration, an OTC desk, staking, and lending services.
The company recently launched an AI Service with a chat assistant for market analysis. It also provides open API support for autonomous AI agents.
Through conference participation, VALR is bringing its expertise directly to Kenyan institutions. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg and backed by investors including Pantera Capital and Coinbase Ventures.
