Circle in Nairobi | Developer Event & Arc Kenya Chapter Kickoff with Jeremy Allaire, CEO

​The Internet Financial System is being built today—and Kenya’s developers are helping shape what comes next.

​Join Circle in Nairobi at Hyatt Regency Nairobi for a morning of talks, live demos, breakfast, and networking with Kenya’s builders, founders, developers, and ecosystem leaders.

​Hear from Jeremy Allaire, CEO, Co-founder, and Chairman of Circle, on the evolution of the Internet Financial System and Arc’s vision for the region. The program will also feature a local leaders panel moderated by Sarah Wahinya (Kenya Arc Chapter Lead), a live Arc Studio demonstration showcasing a Kenya-focused mobile money use case, and the launch of the Arc Kenya chapter.

​Why Attend?

• ​Hear Jeremy Allaire’s vision for Arc and the future of internet-native financial infrastructure

• ​Learn from local founders and developers about building on-chain, stablecoins, and opportunities in the Kenyan market

• ​See how Arc Studio can support real-world applications through a live, Kenya-focused demo

• ​Discover Arc House, Arc chapters, and opportunities to connect with builders across the ecosystem

• ​Meet Circle and Arc team members for technical questions, product guidance, and networking

​When
Friday, 4 December 2026
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM EAT

​Where
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands

​38 Muthithi Rd, Nairobi, Kenya

​Before the event
To get the most out of this experience, please complete these two quick steps in advance:
1. Join Arc House and the Nairobi chapter
Create your Arc House account and join the Kenya/Nairobi chapter.
2. Create your Arc Studio account
Set up your free Arc Studio account before the event so you’re ready to participate.

​Agenda
09:30 – 10:00: Registration & breakfast
10:00 – 10:10: Welcome & Introduction
10:10 – 10:30: Keynote and AMA — Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle
10:30 – 11:15: Local leaders' panel
11:15 – 11:40: Arc Studio demo
11:40 – 12:00: Networking & Event Close

​Seats are limited. RSVP to secure your place.

​Important Notes

• ​This is a curated, invite-only event — Seats are limited and subject to approval

• ​Tickets are non-transferable

• ​The event will be conducted in English

• ​We recommend arriving early to maximize networking opportunities

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