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Nigeria’s SEC urged to regulate Bitcoin, Ether as commodities
13.7.2024
By treating Bitcoin and Ether as commodities, Nigerian regulators can establish a more tailored regulatory framework that reflects the unique characteristics of the digital assets
US Lawmakers Submit Resolution Urging Nigeria to Release Jailed Binance Executive
13.7.2024
U.S. lawmakers have submitted a resolution calling on the Nigerian government to immediately release the jailed Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan. In the resolution submitted to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the lawmakers urge the United States government to utilize all available resources...
Binance tax evasion verdict set for October
13.7.2024
Binance's lawyer urged the judge to dismiss all charges, just as the charges against the detained executive were previously dropped, arguing that the case lacks substance
Binance tax evasion verdict set for October
13.7.2024
Binance’s lawyer urged the judge to dismiss all charges, arguing that the case lacks substance
Nigeria’s blockchain future depends on local talent, experts say
12.7.2024
Local experts note that if Nigeria adopts a foreign blockchain it would be difficult for the country to stamp its influence on key blockchain decisions.
Nigeria’s blockchain future depends on local talent, experts say
12.7.2024
Local experts note that if Nigeria adopts a foreign blockchain, it will be difficult for the country to exert its influence on key blockchain decisions.
US lawmaker asks Congress to treat Binance exec in Nigeria as a ‘hostage’
11.7.2024
Rep. Rich McCormick called on the US government to formally declare Tigran Gambaryan as a hostage if his criminal case in Nigeria was not resolved by mid-July
US lawmaker asks Congress to treat Binance exec in Nigeria as a ‘hostage’
11.7.2024
Rep. Rich McCormick called on the US government to formally declare Tigran Gambaryan as a hostage if his criminal case in Nigeria was not resolved by mid-July
Nigerian minister urges SEC to tackle crypto regulation challenges
10.7.2024
Nigeria's cryptocurrency regulations are currently in the process of being updated
Nigeria’s Finance Minister Urges SEC to Tackle Challenges in Regulating Cryptocurrency
9.7.2024
The Nigerian Finance Minister, Wale Edun, has urged the newly inaugurated board of the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to address the complexities of regulating cryptocurrencies. He emphasized the need for stringent oversight to maintain market integrity in the capital...
Nigeria Considers Domestic Blockchain for Data Security
9.7.2024
A Nigerian information technology agency is considering plans to develop a domestic blockchain to enhance national security and protect citizens’ data. A proponent of a locally developed blockchain argues that such a protocol would likely ensure compliance with Nigerian laws and allow...
Nigerian Witness Says Binance Users Operate Under False Identities
8.7.2024
A witness in the ongoing Nigerian money laundering trial against Binance has alleged that many local users of the cryptocurrency exchange platform are operating under false identities. The witness further claimed that by allowing users to withdraw Nigerian naira (NGN), a regulated activity, Binance...
Nigerian central bank alleges unauthorized transactions by Binance
6.7.2024
In a Nigerian court on Friday, July 5, Binance's illegal operations were highlighted, with Central Bank official testifying on lack of necessary licenses and regulatory approval
Nigerian blockchain leader advocates AI to save African languages
6.7.2024
The use of blockchain and AI for improvement in various areas of society is essential in Africa now more than ever
Kucoin to Implement 7.5% VAT on Transaction Fees for Nigerian Users
5.7.2024
Nigeria-based KuCoin users will begin being levied a 7.5% value-added tax (VAT) on transaction fees starting on July 8. Some observers believe that Kucoin’s decision to implement this tax is intended to enhance its chances of securing an operating license. A Lagos-based crypto industry player...
Binance vs Nigeria: A timeline of events
5.7.2024
As the trial of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan restarts in Nigeria, Cointelegraph recaps the story so far
Nigerian SEC mandates local offices for crypto firms
4.7.2024
The requirement also states that applicants must report customer complaints and emergent risks and be subject to SEC inspections, audits, and monitoring
Nigeria plans nationwide AI and blockchain research centers
4.7.2024
The research centers count as another step toward taking a leadership position in artificial intelligence (AI) development in Africa
Opera Mini’s crypto wallet MiniPay now offers USDT and USDC
4.7.2024
Since launching in September 2023, Opera Mini’s MiniPay app has amassed 3 million users
Nigerian Student Returns 90 Mistakenly Sent Solana Tokens, Rewarded for Honesty
4.7.2024
A crypto influencer recently praised a Nigerian student who agreed to return Solana tokens worth several thousand dollars that were mistakenly sent to his crypto wallet. After the influencer revealed the incident, well-wishers in the crypto community, impressed by the student’s honesty, began...