Category: Cryptocurrency
Crypto startups secured $2.7 billion in funding in Q2 despite fewer deals
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In the second quarter of 2024, 503 deals brought in $2.7 billion in funding for crypto startups. This…
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX to stop operation in Nigeria
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With reference to “recent changes in local laws and regulations,” OKX, a worldwide cryptocurrency exchange and provider of…
Crypto billionaire, techpreneur arrested for internet fraud
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On Tuesday, the Nigeria Police Force announced that Linus Williams, a self-described cryptocurrency billionaire, had been taken into…
Mara: African crypto business rises and falls due to leadership collapse
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At the height of the crypto excitement in 2021, Africa’s involvement in the expanding crypto economy attracted a…
Zimbabwe’s Crypto Regulation Consultation
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Zimbabwe has announced its intention to initiate consultation regarding the operation of crypto assets in a news release…
Zone launches Blockchain payment Solution to enhance Africa
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Zone, a well-known payment infrastructure provider in Africa, has introduced an innovative Point-of-Sale (POS) payment method solution powered…
Nigerian senate calls for crypto regulation to boost local currency
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The Nigerian Senate Committee on Capital Markets has called for the regulation of cryptocurrency. This move is in…
The Rise and Fall of Solana’s Valuation After $DAVIDO’s Entry
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Solana, a well-known blockchain platform known for its fast transactions and low costs, recently made headlines when it…
Kristel Cybersecurity firm expands to East Africa
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Kenyan cybersecurity company Kristel has broadened its reach into Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Uganda as a reaction to the…
Ethereum surges 16% amid speculation of spot ETF approval
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The price of Ethereum (ETH) surged over 16% on Monday, driven by growing speculation about the approval of…