The Grammy-nominated artist, producer, and entrepreneur Akon has become the latest celebrity to launch a cryptocurrency — as he believes that digital technology “could be the savior of Africa.” In addition, a first of its kind, 100% crypto-based city in Africa is planned to be built on a 2000-acre plot gifted to the singer by the Senegalese president, a short drive from the capital Dakar, the futuristic city will serve as an exciting experiment for the mass integration of cryptocurrencies in everyday life.