Adopting Bitcoin Cape Town 2026

Money Without Borders: Bitcoin and Human Rights
2026-01-31 , Machankura

Financial freedom is a cornerstone of human rights. But today, financial systems are being weaponized to surveil, censor, and silence. For people living under authoritarian regimes or facing financial repression, Bitcoin offers a lifeline. This session explores how activists and everyday people are using it to survive, access global funds, and reclaim control over their financial lives.


Financial freedom is a cornerstone of human rights. But today, financial systems are being weaponized to surveil, censor, and silence. For people living under authoritarian regimes or facing financial repression, Bitcoin offers a lifeline. This session explores how activists and everyday people are using it to survive, access global funds, and reclaim control over their financial lives.

Judy Imasuen manages the Bitcoin Development Fund operations at the Human Rights Foundation. She works behind the scenes to support projects that improve Bitcoin’s accessibility, security, and impact across different communities.