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Sep 3, 2026

Tech industry mobilizes crypto and aid for Nepal disaster relief as rebuilding costs reach $5 billion

Following deadly flash floods in Nepal that killed over 1,200 people and left 4,200 missing, the tech industry has launched multiple relief efforts. Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal initiated a cryptocurrency donation campaign for Nepal's official disaster fund, NVIDIA CEO donated $10 million, and international aid including Australian drone specialists has been deployed as the country faces an estimated $5 billion in rebuilding costs.

Sep 3, 2026·9 sources
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  • ▪Silicon Valley-based Security Pal AI, led by Nepalese American entrepreneur Pukar Chandra Hamal, announced it is matching disaster relief donations dollar for dollar up to $20,000.
  • ▪At least 22,000 children in the flood-ravaged areas urgently require safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene support, according to a statement by UNICEF.
  • ▪Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority estimates that approximately 20,000 houses will need to be rebuilt in safer, relocated areas.

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