Adoption
The parent company of the USDT Stablecoin will mainly seek to advance the education of blockchain in Guinea.

TETHER, a blockchain company and Stablecoin transmitter, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Republic of Guinea to support the country’s digital transformation.
Thanks to this partnership, Tether will help stimulate the adoption of Blockchain technology in Guinea.
Details
- In a press release common On his website, Tether said that his main objective in the partnership is to lay the foundations for the Blockchain initiative of the Republic of Guinea.
- The company will also seek to collaborate with the country’s main technological research institute, the Guinea’s City of Sciences and Innovation on the Education of Blockchain.
- In addition, other blockchain educational programs should be deployed in the country’s public and private sectors.
- According to the TETHER Declaration, she also intends to share “international knowledge and best practices” on technological innovation with the country.
Key quotes
- Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, commenting on the partnership, said:
“Together, we aim to implement effective blockchain solutions that benefit both public and private sectors, paving the way for economic growth and the establishment of Guinea as a leader in technological innovation. »»
- Mr. Djiba Diakité, chief of staff of the President of the Republic of Guinea, said:
“The signing of this memorandum of understanding between the Republic of Guinea and Tether represents a major strategic step in our quest for an inclusive and sustainable digital transformation. We aim to open a new chapter of our technological development by integrating advanced technologies such as blockchain and peer solutions. »»
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- The Republic of Guinea is not the first African country to explore the adoption of blockchain technology across the country.
- Last year, the vice-president of Ghana at the time, Mahamudu Bawumia, said The country would seek to become the first government powered by blockchain in Africa.
- However, the details remain vague and few have since emerged, in particular with the government of Bawumia now replaced by a new administration.
- Mauritius, on the other hand, launched the EVERIFY service based on blockchain nationwide in 2023 To improve the verification of certificates issued by the government.