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Onboard Global is not merely a disruptor; it is a builder of bridges. It doesn’t just ask, ‘What can we build?’ but ‘Who can we empower?’ This ethos of purpose-driven innovation positions Onboard as a leader in a new wave of business strategy — one that marries profitability with progress, complexity with simplicity, and vision with value.
At its core, Onboard isn’t just a product — it’s a story of empowerment. It’s about reimagining how we interact with money, breaking down barriers, and creating opportunities where none existed before. This isn’t just about technology; it’s about making people feel like they’re part of a movement.
My first blockchain transaction wasn’t planned — it was a necessity. In 2019, I sold sneakers to a fellow student who wasn’t willing to part with his cash but offered to pay extra in digital assets. Though unfamiliar, the process of receiving and converting crypto became a moment of financial empowerment.
That moment planted a seed: digital assets hold unique appeal. People are often more willing to part with crypto than fiat. But the process wasn’t seamless. Had Onboard existed, instant conversion to cash, minimal fees, and a user-friendly interface would have replaced the trial-and-error learning curve.
Onboard is more than a self-custody wallet; it’s a declaration of purpose. It embodies the ethos of decentralization and the promises of Bitcoin: delivering financial power back to individuals. It enables anyone, anywhere, to send and receive value with nothing but a phone and an internet connection.
Onboard leverages blockchain technology to create a self-custody wallet. No banks. No intermediaries. Just you and your wallet.
Yele Bademosi, CEO of Onboard, stated: "Your geographical location should not determine your quality of life or access to financial services."
Financial inclusion isn’t just a tagline for Onboard—it’s the mission. Bureaucratic barriers, geographic constraints, and prohibitive costs have excluded billions from participating in the global economy, perpetuating cycles of poverty.
Onboard dismantles these barriers by eliminating reliance on centralized intermediaries and reducing costs to near zero. With fees under $1 and two-minute settlement times, Onboard offers a solution that is fast, affordable, and inclusive. For the first time, anyone—regardless of nationality, income, or background—can fully participate in the global economy.
Imagine this: a vendor in Lagos accepting digital payments, enabling cross-border sales. A student in Manila bypassing costly remittances to support their family back home. These aren’t hypotheticals — they’re glimpses of what’s possible with Onboard.
Onboard offers the first peer-to-peer on- and off-ramp protocol at consumer scale, with near-zero fees and two-minute settlement times. Whether you’re a farmer in rural Latin America or a freelancer in Southeast Asia, it provides a pathway to financial inclusion without traditional intermediaries.
It resonates with human experiences, simplifying complex processes into everyday interactions: buying groceries, safeguarding savings, or expanding a business. Onboard becomes a passport to financial freedom for those left behind by traditional systems.
A movement, Not a Moment
Onboard isn’t just a product; it’s a movement. A call to action for builders, businesses, and individuals to rethink what’s possible. It’s about creating a world where money works for everyone, not just the privileged few.
Scaling this vision takes more than technology — it takes courage. The courage to listen, meet people where they are, and empower them to join the journey. Onboard has the tools, the purpose, and the story. The challenge now is to ensure the world hears it.
Builders Beyond Code
With the launch of Onboard 2.0 Yele extended an invitation to the world’s best builders to reimagine financial infrastructure for underserved communities, aiming for a future where they live radically better lives.
When we think of builders, we often picture tech pioneers. But what about the entrepreneur introducing their community to digital finance?
Imagine the Nigerian shopkeeper accepting crypto payments or the clothing vendor enabling cross-border purchases through digital assets. These unsung heroes are architects of the decentralized revolution, proving that innovation isn’t confined to Silicon Valley — it thrives in the daily lives of individuals in Lagos or Manila.
Onboard can recognize and partner with these grassroots builders, embedding financial inclusion into the fabric of daily life. This strategy echoes Moniepoint's success; empowering local vendors to onboard users into banking. Onboard now has the chance to scale this ethos to the onchain economy, turning real-world utility into a driving force for growth.
Steve Jobs once said, “You’ve got to start with the customer experience and work back toward the technology.” Onboard lives this philosophy, understanding that its revolutionary vision must be coupled with education.
Financial empowerment is intimidating without knowledge. Onboard bridges this gap with simple tools, intuitive design, and community-driven advocacy.
Imagine a cohesive strategy where every interaction — whether with a vendor, influencer, or ad — tells the story of possibility. By mirroring the accessibility and trust of traditional financial outreach, Onboard can transform passive interest into active participation.
Yele Bademosi’s segment begins at 1:56:30 if you’d like to watch his insightful session
By democratizing financial tools, Onboard expands its total addressable market to include billions excluded by traditional financial systems.
This population , predominantly in developing regions , represents an untapped frontier for economic participation. Onboard’s ability to monetize inclusion transforms a moral imperative into a competitive advantage. By addressing systemic inequities and partnering with grassroots builders, Onboard offers a blueprint for ethical capitalism.
Onboard isn’t just building a product — it’s building a future. A call to action for builders, businesses, and individuals to reimagine money in a way that serves all.
It’s about connecting human dreams with practical solutions and turning financial systems into tools for empowerment.
True transformation begins where innovation meets human need. Onboard lives at that intersection, proving that technology doesn’t just have to serve — it can inspire.
Nancy Muorah
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