Here are some reports so far. More to be added as we go.
Kaspa 3rd Birthday Meetup – Nigeria
Presented by Nwafor Obinna Balor (Kaspa Nigeria Ambassador)
The Nigeria community met for the 3rd year celebration of the Kaspa BlockDAG on the 8th of November 2024, at Nova Initia Mall, Enugu, Nigeria.
The attendance was a resounding one as we had over fifty (50) crypto enthusiasts and merchants of local businesses gather to talk about Kaspa and how it is a major game changer in the world of cryptocurrencies and digital finance, we also discussed the KRC20 tokens building on the kaspa BlockDAG and of course the endless opportunities for growth and adoption.
The event started at exactly 1:00pm (Nigerian Time) with over 60% of the expected attendees already present and seated. The enthusiasm showed by the attendees was second to none, and they all listened with rapt attention to the speakers and the Nigerian Ambassador.
We had several industry leaders reach the basics of cryptocurrency and how to leverage it to battle inflation and other vices that vigorously affect the Nigerian economy etc.
An onboarding session was organized by the Nigeria Kaspa Ambassador and over 30 persons downloaded the Kaspium Mobile wallet and were as well funded with some $KAS, the flag bearer coin of the BlockDAG ecosystem.
The experience was a wholesome one as the attendees were educated about Kaspa; and this initiative sponsored by the CMF and the Kaspa Global Ambassadors Lead (Rhubarbarian and Luke) is a major stride in the outreach to making $KAS and the kaspa ecosystem a global and a household name among communities.
Kaspa’s 3rd Birthday Online Meetup: Hosted by Oliver
On November 6, 2024, the Kaspa Spanish-speaking community from around the globe gathered on Zoom to celebrate Kaspa’s third anniversary. Participants proudly represented their home countries, including Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and the US. Originally planned as a 45-minute session, the call extended well over an hour as the enthusiasm for Kaspa’s impact kept the conversation flowing.
We reflected on the lessons learned from Kaspa over the past year, exchanged experiences with mining, and explored strategies for introducing Kaspa to others. The discussion highlighted how Kaspa continues to revolutionize crypto and digital finance. We also dove into the potential of KRC20 tokens built on the Kaspa BlockDAG and brainstormed ways to drive further growth and adoption in this thriving ecosystem.
Kaspa’s 3rd Birthday: Meetup in Miami
I had the pleasure of attending another Kaspa community meetup, this time organized by members of the KRC20 ecosystem, in celebration of Kaspa’s third anniversary on November 7, 2024. What started as an hour-long discussion about what Kaspa means to us quickly turned into a vibrant networking session where we connected with fellow community members.
It was incredibly rewarding to put faces to names I’ve interacted with on X and to make new friends who share a passion for Kaspa. We exchanged stories about how we discovered Kaspa, shared our personal experiences, and explored the potential of KRC20 tokens. For me, the highlight was speaking during the Kaspa segment, where I had the chance to express my enthusiasm for this game-changing project and bond with others who are equally excited about its future.
Kaspa 3rd Anniversary Türkiye Meetup – Ankara, Türkiye
November 16, 2024
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (GMT+3)
Out of 36 registrations, 19 participants (including two miners, existing and new investors, as well as potential investors) joined the event, creating a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. The age range was predominantly 35+, with only one exception. Three attendees traveled from other cities to join the meetup. Additionally, Kaspa influencer Cihan, who had preferred to stay out of the public eye until now, attended the event as a personal friend and shared with the group that I was the one who first introduced Kaspa to him.
The gathering lasted longer than anticipated, with discussions extending beyond four hours. The team came from very diverse professions: underwater offense commando, police officer, graphic designer, knitter, legislative expert, crypto compliance manager, government officials, engineers, , and many more, reflecting the diversity within the Kaspa community.
Kaspa merchandise was distributed at the entrance. The event featured a roundtable where everyone shared their Kaspa journey, fostering warm and close connections among participants. After the initial group introductions, conversations continued in smaller groups, allowing attendees to connect on a more personal level.
A Kaspa-themed cake was cut during the event. Additionally, I held a giveaway, offering a Kaspa Coin and a Kaspa T-shirt I brought from Singapore for me, along with a Kaspa-supported OneKey cold wallet I had won at another event. I contributed these items to the community and have none of them right now 🙂
Some attendees expressed interest in joining a future meetup in Istanbul. Overall, the event exceeded my expectations. Despite the community’s diverse background, the atmosphere was warm, engaging, and inclusive. Participants also assured me of their support whenever needed, and a Kaspa whale offered to provide financial assistance for future events.
For the next meetup, I’m considering creating name tags for attendees. Writing names on stickers could facilitate networking.
Some participants requested not to be in the public eye, so I have excluded any photos that include them.
Best.
Esma
A short story told at the meetup:
In February 2022, a participant who bought Kaspa over-the-counter (OTC) suggested to his brother to create a Kaspa wallet so he could send him some Kaspa. His brother created a web wallet via kaspanet.io and occasionally checked his balance on his phone after that day. He could see the balance but hadn’t checked it in about a year. Recently, when he wanted to access the wallet, instead of the wallet asking for a password, it requested the seed phrases again.
He entered the seed phrases but couldn’t open the wallet no matter what he tried. It turned out that when he initially set up the wallet, the browser’s auto-translate feature was enabled, so all the seed phrases were accidentally saved in Turkish. Since he wasn’t familiar with crypto, he didn’t consider the possibility that the phrases should not be in Turkish. Now, he and his brother have been using ChatGPT to generate all possible variations of the seed phrases and manually testing them one by one for days.
Key Questions Raised:
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Mining Concerns:
A miner who began mining in April 2022 mentioned criticisms about early mining being conducted privately by the team. I explained that, as a regular investor, I accessed all information publicly available on Discord as early as February 2022
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Political Tweets:
These were brought up again (as they often are). I wasn’t concerned since everyone at the meetup had different political views, yet we all shared the same table.
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Recent Price Stagnation:
Questions were raised about expectations regarding the recent price inertia. While refraining from specific price comments, I provided reassuring statements to calm and instill confidence in investors.
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Local Exchange Listings:
I shared that we’ve initiated discussions with local exchanges for listing and collaborations, but secondary regulatory frameworks are still waited for listing/delisting processes.
Hong Kong Kaspa Genesis Block Birthday
Nov 8th 2024
Hi from Hong Kong! Here’s a picture of Ezra’s Lane in Central Hong Kong.
Ezra’s lane is not too far from the famed IFC tower in Hong Kong where Batman jumps off the IFC building in The Dark Knight (2008) to capture Lau, a money launderer for the mob.
My friend Joey is the co-owner of The Trilogy, so we organized this meetup with our Crypto Drinks friend Brandon Z. I don’t believe in coincidences.
We had about 90 people sign up and 40-50 people came to see us from 5-9 pm. Not bad for a short-notice meetup. We had a few miners from Shenzhen (SZ), engineers, programmers, VCs, and students. Some of the notable guests were representatives from; Kucoin, Bitmain, and my
buddy from Bell Labs/NCR.
I briefly spoke to everyone about my Bitcoin experiences, Kaspa’s block time, and Ezra 7:18 quote written into the Genesis block.
As I read Ezra 7:18 to our guests, I experienced a profound moment of insight regarding my hero’s journey alongside Yonatan and the team. This feeling was amplified by the coincidence of being on Ezra Lane. Anyway, everyone got to meet each other and talk with each other. And I sent some Kaspa to the Kucoin rep to show how fast it was. I got a video clip of the transaction.
In the end, I thanked everyone for coming and we went to get something to eat. Overall, the meetup had more people than the regular Bitcoin meetups. So I thought it was a good start in HK for Kaspa. The Solana hackathon just had about 200 devs show up, and yesterday thechain broke again. That would be the 11th time I think.
Anyway, here’s a pic of my buddy and I when we met Shai at the Bitmain mining conference last year (2023). We are building a biometric smart card cold wallet for the Kaspa infrastructure. We just got accepted into the Cyberport HK sponsored Incubator. Crypto dot com went through the
same Cyberport system under the name of Monaco. So hopefully we can build an ecosystem like Monaco, but better. We have some big ideas.
Kaspa 3rd Birthday – Dubai
Kaspa Ray
The Kaspa event (Sponsored by L-Bank) on November 1, 2024, at The 44 Dubai celebrated Kaspa’s 3rd year Birthday. Held in Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City, the gathering brought together VC investors, crypto enthusiasts, and Web3 professionals for a night of networking and celebration. The event saw contributions from esteemed partners, including Dot Meet, Venture Capital, Thenewscrypto, The Coin Republic, Coin Edition, Crypto.news, Droom Droom, Moongate, Cryptic, and TradersBrawl.
This event highlighted the growing connection between LBank and Kaspa, and emphasized their readiness to build a strong relationship in the MENA region With almost 56 attendees, the successful gathering featured networking and celebration, set against the stunning night view of Dubai.
Kaspa Turns 3: A Birthday Bash to Remember in Katowice, Poland
Katowice, Poland – November 09, 2024
The Polish Kaspa community came out in full force to celebrate Kaspas’ 3rd birthday at Cybermachina Players Bar. The party was packed with energy, Kaspa-themed balloons, t-shirts, stickers, and a cake so good it could’ve been minted.
This wasn’t just a party; it was a celebration of how far we’ve come. We gathered around the table and exchanged excitement about the new developments. The vibe? A cross-Poland pilgrimage powered by pure Kaspa passion!
From reminiscing about our roots to dreaming about what’s next, it was a night to remember. Kaspa is more than a coin—it’s a community. Here’s to the next chapter!
Australian Crypto Convention (November 23-24, 2024)
By Luke – Ambassador Director and Australian Ambassador
The energy ramped up the moment we arrived at the convention centre. The Kaspa booth became a hive of activity from the second the doors opened. It wasn’t just the tech on display or the sleek booth design—it was the incredible mix of people who showed up. Families with prams, older enthusiasts, developers, first-time crypto explorers, and everyone in between stopped by. Unlike many other crypto events, this felt more like a community gathering than a corporate showcase. The diverse crowd created an atmosphere that was as engaging as it was refreshing.
Our booth quickly became the centre of attention, thanks in no small part to Chad and his team of Rhubarbians for their incredible booth design. From conceptualising the layout to bringing the vision to life, their efforts made the booth a true standout. The life-sized Kaspa battle card and the BlockDAG visualiser were absolute hits, sparking countless conversations. Watching people’s eyes light up as they grasped how Kaspa achieves such high throughput was one of the most rewarding parts of the weekend. Those visual tools always prove invaluable at every convention in efficiently educating the community.
The swag bags, packed with Kaspa socks, coins, and copies of the Kaspa Times and Battlecard, were another hit. By the end of Day 1, nearly every single bag was gone, leaving us scrambling to restock for Day 2. It clearly showed the Australian community’s enthusiasm and interest in Kaspa. I lost count of how many people said they were excited to learn more and share their discoveries with friends and family.
The booth wouldn’t have been the same without the team and community members who worked tirelessly throughout the weekend. Chad was not only responsible for the booth design, but he was also present at the booth, engaging with visitors and answering their questions, ensuring that everyone felt welcomed. JW, from KEF, was a fantastic support—connecting with fans, answering questions, and helping ensure everything ran smoothly. Wolfie was a constant source of energy, sharing his knowledge and passion for Kaspa while keeping everyone’s spirits high with his humour and positive attitude. Monica and Junny, also from KEF, provided valuable support by engaging with visitors and making sure the booth was always buzzing with activity. This incredible collaboration made the weekend feel like a true team effort and highlighted the strength of the Kaspa community.
Key Highlights
Community Helpers
At times, it felt like our team had doubled. Knowledgeable Kaspa fans hanging around the booth naturally stepped in to explain the tech to curious attendees, answer questions, and share their passion for the project. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and seeing how much they cared about spreading the word was humbling. It wasn’t planned—it was just the organic power of the Kaspa community in action.
Diversity of Attendees
Crypto events often attract a particular crowd, but this convention broke the mould for me. From young tech enthusiasts to older professionals curious about blockchain, there was a genuine mix of people eager to learn about Kaspa. It felt like proof that Kaspa’s appeal isn’t limited to a niche audience—it’s truly for everyone.
Fan Representation
The Kaspa community showed up in force. Many attendees wore Kaspa T-shirts, proudly representing the project and sharing personal stories of how they discovered it and why it resonates with them. One of my favourite moments was seeing longtime supporters chatting with new fans, explaining the nuances of the BlockDAG and encouraging them to dive deeper into the technology. The enthusiasm was palpable, and the buzz around the booth didn’t let up all weekend.
A Hint of Excitement
The weekend also brought some unexpected interest from the media. Without revealing too much, I’ll just say that Yonatan had the chance to sit down with some TV producers who seemed intrigued by Kaspa’s story. Who knows? This might just be the start of something exciting.
Kaspa Fam Meetup (November 23, 2024)
After an incredible first day at the convention, we headed to the Sculpture Terrace at the Museum of Contemporary Art for the Kaspa Fam Meetup. With Sydney Harbour as the backdrop, the location was breathtaking—honestly, none of the other side events at the convention could compete. The space was perfect for our planned special evening, which included connecting with the community, sharing stories, and celebrating Kaspa’s third birthday.
Guests began arriving at 7 PM, and it didn’t take long for the venue to fill with a mix of new and long-time Kaspa fans. There was something magical about seeing so many people in one place, all connected by a shared passion for Kaspa. Some fans I’d met before, but many I was meeting for the first time—it was incredible to put faces to the names and handles I’ve interacted with online.
A special shout-out goes to Ashton, Daniel, and Jimmy, who flew in from overseas just to be part of the event. Their dedication was inspiring and underscored how much Kaspa means to its community. Seeing people travel such long distances to connect in person made the evening feel even more special.
One of the most memorable moments of the evening was the series of speeches. As MC, I had the privilege of introducing Shai, Michael, and Yonatan. Each brought something unique to the table, but it was Yonatan’s words that resonated:
“There’s a natural tendency to form communities around founders, but I hope the Kaspa community is built around itself—I just want to be part of it.”
His humility and vision for the project had the entire room hanging on every word.
The speeches ended with a truly unforgettable moment: everyone joined together to sing “Happy Birthday” to Kaspa. It was a simple gesture, but it felt monumental—a celebration of how far the project has come and the incredible community built around it.
Another standout part of the evening was the Kaspa fortune cookies—a creative initiative by Arnon, one of our most dedicated community members, who sadly couldn’t attend the event. Arnon 3D-printed each cookie, coordinated the entire project, and shipped them to Sydney. Inside each cookie was a seed phrase tied to a wallet, generously funded by Arnon and other community members. Watching guests crack open their cookies and realise they’d received a piece of Kaspa was heartwarming. It wasn’t just a giveaway—it was a beautiful gesture of generosity and connection that perfectly captured the spirit of the evening.
The night wasn’t just about formalities, though. Once the speeches wrapped up, it became a lively, informal gathering where conversations flowed as quickly as the drinks. Whether it was swapping stories about how people discovered Kaspa, geeking out over the tech, or just sharing laughs, the camaraderie in the room was unmistakable.
Standout Moments from the entire week
The week was filled with memorable moments. It all began during the drive from Sydney Airport after I picked up Yonatan and Shai. After some light conversation, Yonatan casually asked, “Where is the local chess club?” He explained that visiting chess clubs is something he enjoys doing while travelling. Although I didn’t have an answer then, I promised to find out, which led to a good laugh for both of us.
The next day brought one of the week’s best surprises. Michael, a last-minute guest, had flown in, and I was determined to keep it under wraps. I told Shai we were picking up a Kaspa friend from Dubai to throw him off. While Shai wandered off to get a SIM card, I guided Michael to the shop. The look on Shai’s face when he saw Michael was priceless—let’s just say his reaction involved some colourful Hebrew words and a lot of laughs. It was the perfect start to an unforgettable week.
Another memorable moment for me was sitting down with Anton. While I am no developer, Anton is one of the brightest minds I’ve ever met, and for a solid hour, I bugged him with questions about Rust, his passion for programming, and the future of smart contracts on Kaspa. Listening to him explain the possibilities and share his vision was fascinating—it was less of a conversation and more of a masterclass. By the end of it, I walked away with a much better understanding and a new appreciation for the sheer brainpower driving Kaspa forward.
Shai’s speech on Saturday was another highlight. After multiple attempts at previous events, I finally managed to get the livestream working—a small personal win! The audience turnout was incredible, with fans wearing Kaspa T-shirts filling nearly every seat. The stream wasn’t perfect, but it captured the moment’s essence: Shai connecting with the crowd and sharing Kaspa’s vision with an engaged and supportive audience.
Sunday morning brought Yonatan’s keynote, which packed the theatre. Despite a minor technical hiccup delaying the live stream, the crowd’s energy made it all worthwhile. People were hanging on his every word, snapping photos of his slides and asking thoughtful questions afterwards. The excitement spilled over at the booth, with fans eager to meet Yonatan, Shai, and Michael. The booth was so busy that the crowd often spilled into neighbouring stalls—apologies to our booth neighbours, who were gracious despite the chaos!
A Personal Note
This event held immense personal significance for me. A year ago, I had this big dream of bringing Kaspa’s contributors to Australia so the local community could meet them face-to-face. At the time, I didn’t know exactly how I’d make it happen, but I started talking to anyone, and everyone who would listen—planting the seeds of an idea that I hoped would one day take root.
There were some setbacks along the way. An earlier event I’d pinned my hopes on ended up being cancelled, and I’d be lying if I said that didn’t feel like a gut punch. But I didn’t give up. Instead, I doubled down, setting my sights on something even more significant: the Australian Crypto Convention. Through many discussions (and a fair bit of persistence), the Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation agreed to support the idea, and suddenly, this dream started feeling real.
Seeing it all come together was emotional, to say the least. Watching Shai, Yonatan, Michael, and the rest of the team connect with the Australian community felt like a full-circle moment. From Yonatan’s first question about local chess clubs (no, I still don’t have an answer for him) to the surprise reunion with Michael, it was a week full of unforgettable moments. These weren’t just contributors flying in for an event—they were friends I admire and respect, sharing their time, knowledge, and passion.
What stood out the most was how personal this experience felt. Handing out swag bags, explaining Kaspa to curious attendees, or seeing a crowd of fans in Kaspa T-shirts packed into the keynote sessions reminded us why we do what we do. This isn’t just about building a community; it’s about creating a movement—one that’s grounded in fairness, openness, and collaboration.
I sincerely thank the Kaspa Ecosystem Foundation for their unwavering support. Without their backing, none of this would have been possible. To the fans who showed up, asked thoughtful questions, and shared their enthusiasm: you’re the heart of this community, and your support means the world.
And to anyone who picked up a piece of merchandise, stayed for a speech, or just stopped by the booth to chat—you made this event unforgettable. It wasn’t just an event but a celebration of everything that makes Kaspa unique. Thank you for being part of it. Kaspa is the future.
Swiss Kaspa meetup in Zurich.
We had over 30 people joining yet I missed to make more pictures unfortunately. Great feedback and everybody was open to meet very soon again to build the community even further
