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Bulgarian ‘Cryptoqueen’ Alive, Hiding in South Africa: Report
13.11.2024
A German report claims fugitive Ruja Ignatova, the “Cryptoqueen,” is alive and living in a wealthy Cape Town neighborhood in South Africa. Ignatova’s Family Shows No Signs of Mourning Fugitive Ruja Ignatova, as known as the Cryptoqueen and founder of Onecoin, is alive...
Russia, India, Africa Advance Bold Plans to Sideline US Dollar
12.11.2024
Russia, India, and several African nations are accelerating dedollarization, embracing national currencies in trade to enhance economic independence and reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. Global Trade Gets a Shake-Up as Powers Pivot from the US Dollar Russia, India, and numerous African nations...
African Payment System Gets Banker’s Endorsement, but Viability Questions Linger
8.11.2024
The Pan-African Payments and Settlements System aims to formalize $50 billion in informal trade and save the continent $5 billion in processing costs. Boosting Local Currencies Africa’s recently launched Pan-African Payments and Settlements System (PAPSS) could potentially bring $50 billion...
Real life yield farming: How tokenization is transforming lives in Africa
7.11.2024
A new wave of blockchain and tokenization projects is helping African farmers access revenue, investments and loans to build better lives
Kenyan Securities Exchange Joins Hedera to Bolster Tokenization Ambitions
1.11.2024
The Nairobi Securities Exchange has joined the Hedera Council to accelerate tokenization initiatives in Africa, leveraging the Hedera network’s technology and global reach. Expediting Uptake of Digital Assets Kenya’s main securities exchange, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE),...
ETHSafari brings crypto world to Africa, and Africa to the crypto world
31.10.2024
The ETHSafari crypto conference in Kenya is a world away from Token2049… and a completely different mindset
ETHSafari brings crypto world to Africa, and Africa to the crypto world
31.10.2024
The ETHSafari crypto conference in Kenya is a world away from Token2049… and a completely different mindset
Nigeria’s Currency Plunges as Dollar Liquidity Dries Up: Will a Naira-for-Crude Oil Swap Revive It?
31.10.2024
The Nigerian naira recently hit a new low against the U.S. dollar, ranking among the three worst-performing currencies globally. Dollar Liquidity Dries up The Nigerian naira, which has already lost over 70% of its value in 2024, recently dropped to a record low of NGN1,670.65 per U.S. dollar on...
Crypto Lobby Group CCI Expands Its Reach by Absorbing Proof of Stake Alliance
30.10.2024
The Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI) is taking in the Proof of Stake Alliance (POSA) as regulators worldwide increase their attention to stakings' role in digital assets, where hundreds of billions of dollars are on the line
TRON Returns to Nigeria for TRON Connect Africa Community Event
29.10.2024
PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland,October 29,2024 – TRON DAO brought together students and industry professionals for a day filled with discussions, networking, and educational sessions at the TRON Connect Community Event in Uyo, Nigeria. Held at the University of Uyo, the event brought...
From Smuggling Gold Out of Africa to Bridging Bitcoin and Cardano
26.10.2024
A longtime regular on the crypto scene, Sovryn and BitcoinOS founder Edan Yago learned the importance of financial sovereignty at an early age
World Bank: Nigeria Loses $8B on Foreign Exchange Subsidies Over 3 Years
25.10.2024
The World Bank reports that Nigeria lost over $8 billion due to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) refusal to float the naira between 2021 and 2023. This foreign exchange subsidy, along with the fuel subsidy, deprived the government of revenue. The World Bank acknowledges the suffering...
Bitfufu Expands to Africa: Acquires 80MW Bitcoin Mining Facility in Ethiopia
23.10.2024
Nasdaq-listed cloud mining services company Bitfufu has announced an agreement to acquire a majority stake in an 80-megawatt (MW) Bitcoin mining facility in Ethiopia. This strategic move marks a significant shift for the company as it transitions from an asset-light strategy to managing a diverse...
Revving Up Innovation: Zanzibar Introduces Blockchain Sandbox Program
23.10.2024
The Zanzibar government has introduced a blockchain sandbox program to encourage entrepreneurship and technological advancements. The program, powered by the Xinfin XDC network and designed by Ledgerfi IT solutions, allows startups to safely test their blockchain-based solutions within the National...
South African Bank Blocks Crypto Payments, Faces Industry Backlash
21.10.2024
South African bank Capitec has blocked electronic funds transfers and real-time payments to cryptocurrency exchanges as a security measure. While Capitec acknowledges growing interest in cryptocurrencies, the bank maintains that the measure is necessary to protect clients from fraud. Some industry...
Yellow Card Raises $33M to Expand Stablecoin Presence in Africa
20.10.2024
Yellow Card, a leading African stablecoin platform, closed a $33 million Series C funding round led by Blockchain Capital. The funding signifies a milestone for Yellow Card and the African fintech industry, highlighting the potential of stablecoins on the continent. This raise brings Yellow...
Trial Postponed for Jailed Ex-US Federal Agent After Court No-Show
20.10.2024
A Nigerian court has adjourned the trial of Tigran Gambaryan, a jailed Binance executive, due to his illness. Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and former federal agent, missed a scheduled court appearance. Nigerian High Court Judge Emeka Nwite postponed the trial to allow the Binance employee to receive...
Binance Expands Mobile Money Across Africa — 6 More Countries Gain Access
19.10.2024
Crypto exchange Binance has expanded its reach in West and Central Africa, integrating mobile money payments for cryptocurrency purchases in six countries. This move supports Binance’s goal to boost financial inclusion and make digital assets more accessible. By offering a secure...
Behind Alchemy Pay and Yellow Card’s Bold Plan for African Crypto Adoption
18.10.2024
Alchemy Pay and Yellow Card have teamed up to make cryptocurrency more accessible in Africa. Alchemy Pay’s on-ramp product will utilize Yellow Card’s payment infrastructure in 20 African countries, allowing users to purchase crypto with their local fiat currencies. This partnership aims...
Nigerian Currency ‘Most Competitive in 20 Years,’ Says World Bank
18.10.2024
Nigeria’s currency reforms under Bola Tinubu’s government have made the naira one of the most competitive in 20 years, according to World Bank chief economist Indermit Gill. The decision to float the naira and remove fuel subsidies helped prevent fiscal collapse. While the naira’s...