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The Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) has partnered with Hedera Hashgraph to open Africa's first blockchain lab. The main goal of this project is to develop and implement innovative technological solutions designed to improve the continent's financial industry. The laboratory will become a kind of research center and testing ground for new ideas in the field of digital assets and market infrastructure.

As part of this partnership, both sides will focus on several priority areas. Among them are tokenization, the development of systems for managing digital assets, and the creation of decentralized financial services. The most important focus will be on compliance with international standards and compliance with regulatory requirements. The laboratory will become a testing ground for innovative solutions before they enter the market.

This is an important step for both organizations. This is a chance for the Nairobi Stock Exchange to upgrade its infrastructure and offer new opportunities to market participants. Hedera Hashgraph, in turn, gets an excellent foothold to strengthen its position in Africa. Earlier, Hedera technology was chosen by the Government of the Philippines to implement projects in the field of public services.

It is planned to actively involve local developers and financial organizations in the project. The laboratory will be set up as an open platform where everyone will be able to propose and test their ideas. This approach should accelerate the development of the fintech industry in the region and form an innovative ecosystem.

The launch of the blockchain laboratory is an important stage in the development of Africa's financial system, demonstrating the growing interest of global IT companies in the continent's potential. The project can give an impetus to the introduction of new financial solutions and attract investments to the region.