Erik Hersman is an entrepreneur and technologist focused on advancing the use of technology in Africa. He is the CEO of Gridless, which sets up bitcoin mining data centers at rural mini grids to use their stranded energy.  He grew up in Kenya and Sudan, and is a veteran of the technology community in East Africa.  Most recently he was the CEO of BRCK a rugged wireless WiFi device designed and engineered in Kenya for use throughout the emerging markets.  He founded the iHub, Nairobi’s innovation hub for the technology community, bringing together entrepreneurs, hackers, designers and the investment community.  He has also built Ushahidi, Gearbox, the Savannah Fund.  You can find at @WhiteAfrican on Twitter or Nostr.

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