Bitcoin Innovation Hub

Workshop Recap: Foundations of Bitcoin Security In this highlight from our Makerere University Bitcoin workshop, one of our key presenters, Mr. Mohammed Akasha, breaks down the mathematical backbone of Bitcoin — helping students decode the essential concepts that secure every transaction. Topics covered include: - How cryptographic hash functions ensure data integrity - Understanding private and public keys and why they matter - The role of the elliptic curve in digital signatures and Bitcoin validation MIT Digital Currency Initiative | The 7eventh Foundation | Makerere University | @Blockstream | @Bitcoin Innovation Hub This session breaks down the technical language and logic behind Bitcoin’s security, providing students with a solid foundation in the core principles and terminology of blockchain technology. #bitcoin #BitcoinAfrica #bitcoinuganda #BitcoinEducation #bitcoinwallet #bitcoinmining #bitcoinworkshop

We just wrapped up the Bitcoin workshop at Makerere University — and what an incredible 2-day journey it has been! From blockchain fundamentals to hands-on wallet and security, the students brought curiosity, energy, and sharp questions. A huge thank you to our excellent collaborators and sponsors for making this possible. Your support doesn’t just power a workshop — it sparks the next generation of thinkers and innovators. Digital Currency Initiative (DCI) | The 7eventh Foundation | Makerere University Our Sponsor @Blockstream Our journey into the technical foundations and the future of digital currency is only just beginning. Stay tuned… big things ahead.

🚨 The Wait is Over! Registration is Now LIVE 🚨 We’re thrilled to officially launch the first-ever Bitcoin Workshop at @Makerere University 🇺🇬 and Year 2 to Year 4 BSc CS & SE university students are invited! ⚡ Dive into the future of money, technology & innovation. This program will include a two (2) day technical and nontechnical workshop, demos, hardware testing, and free giveaways! 📍 Location: Makerere University, School of Computing & IT, Block B 🕐 Date & Time: August 18th & 19th 🟠 How to Register: 1.Go to https://classroom.google.com 2.Click the "+" Button 3.Select "Join Class" 4. Enter the code : 4exneqeh Or Join via the link https://classroom.google.com/c/NzkxMDAxODY0NjIy?cjc=4exneqeh 🔗 Don’t miss out – seats are limited! A new era of #BitcoinEducation is beginning at Makerere! This workshop is in collaboration with Digital Currency Initiative & The 7eventh Foundation This workshop is sponsored by @Blockstream #BitcoinAfrica #BitcoinEducation #innovations #MakerereUniversity #Bitcoin2025 #SatoshiNakamoto #blockchain #bitcoineducator