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Africa › Partnerships 
Akoin
Akon’s Akoin partners with Roll to allow creators to launch their own “social money”
Akoin, the cryptocurrency and decentralized app ecosystem developed by popular music artist Akon, has partnered with Roll, a blockchain platform that enables creators to develop their own branded digital currency (called social money) unique to their online presence.
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Stellar › Africa › Adoption
Stellar (XLM) based Akon’s Akoin to digitize medical access in Rwanda
Akoin, the Stellar (XLM) based blockchain network and cryptocurrency developed by artist Akon, has partnered with healthcare solution provider Jeev to help improve access to healthcare to millions of people in Rwanda and the rest of Africa.
XRP › Africa · U.S. › Adoption
Ripple (XRP) lands on CNBC’s annual top 50 tech disruptors list, here are some reasons why
While financial markets face turmoil this year, it’s finally looking like a moment for cryptocurrencies — if recognition and partnerships are anything to go by.
XRP › Africa › Adoption
Ripple partners with Ghana fintech firm Waya to bolster instant payments across Africa
Ghana’s Waya Money has seemingly teamed up with Ripple to bring instant cross-border settlements to millions of Africans in three countries if a recent update on the former’s site is considered.
Cardano › Africa › Adoption
Cardano (ADA) is looking to challenge subscription industry, launches African initiative
Cardano (ADA), an ambitious blockchain project developed by IOHK, is looking to challenge the subscription industry with its Ouroboros protocol.
Stellar › Africa › Adoption
Stellar (XLM)-based Akoin will be sole-currency of a multi-billion dollar city in Kenya
Akoin, the cryptocurrency project created by global music star Akon, has secured a deal to become the main currency of the $2 billion technology city in Western Kenya.
Stellar › Africa › Adoption
World-famous artist Akon partners with BitMinutes to push forward the utility of Akoin
The Grammy-award winning artist and producer Akon is making significant strides to push forward the utility of his cryptocurrency project by securing a strategic partnership that aims to bring financial inclusion to the masses, starting with Africa.
Stellar › Africa › Adoption
Multi-platinum artist Akon to launch upcoming “Akoin” cryptocurrency on Stellar network
Grammy-award winning artist and producer Akon is launching a crypto aimed at helping entrepreneurs and businesses within developing companies thrive, and has chosen to launch the utility token on the Stellar blockchain network.
Bitcoin › Africa › Adoption
Billionaire’s grandson Bill Pulte wants to give Bitcoin to people in Africa
Bill Pulte, the heir to the Detroit real estate giant PulteGroup, has set his sights on sending Bitcoin to those in need living in Africa.
Guest Post › Africa › Adoption
The role of cash in global crypto markets
With the benefits of ‘going cashless’ repeated endlessly in the media and Fintech circles there seems to be an assumption that just by making digital financial services available, cash automatically becomes obsolete.
Bitcoin › Africa › Analysis
Data shows Bitcoin interest high in places with low economic freedom
Analysis of LocalBitcoins data shows that Bitcoin has exceptionally high rates of usage in countries with low economic freedom, supporting the argument that BTC is sound, unstoppable money.
Bitcoin › Africa › Adoption
Google search trend shows Bitcoin most popular in Africa
According to Binance Research, relative search trends of the term “Bitcoin” have been shifting from west to east since 2011, and have now reached Africa.
Bitcoin › Africa › Culture
Grammy-nominated singer Akon shows his support for Bitcoin
The American singer and producer Akon has resurfaced on the internet after speaking out in favor of Bitcoin.
Cardano › Africa › Adoption
Cardano enters Ethiopia with enterprise blockchain framework Atala
Charles Hoskinson, CEO of IOHK and founder of Cardano, announced the launch of Atala, an enterprise blockchain aimed at helping governments in developing countries build systems for voting, property registration, and supply chain, as reported by Forbes contributor Rachel Wolfson.
Africa › Regulation
South African Reserve Bank: Crypto Asset Friendly, but Bitcoin Is Not Money
South Africa’s reserve bank released a consultation paper that includes favorable recommendations and guidelines for the crypto asset industry in the country.
Africa › Adoption
Rwanda Hosts First Tantalum-Tracking Blockchain Network
On October 16, in a bid to draw investors by providing a proven source of conflict-free minerals, Rwanda mining authorities announced a blockchain network to track the mineral tantalum – which is used in manufacturing most electronics such as mobile phones.
Binance › Africa › Exchanges
Binance Uganda Now Accepting Deposit and Withdrawal of Ugandan Shillings
Following the launch of its first fiat to crypto exchange Binance Uganda two days ago, the company announced today that it is now accepting deposits of Ugandan shillings (UGX).
Africa › Adoption
South Africa Reserve Bank Wins Award for Blockchain Payments System
After successfully trialing blockchain-based payments for wholesale interbank settlement, South Africa’s central bank has scooped up the award for Best Distributed Ledger Initiative at Central Banking’s “FinTech RegTech Global Awards 2018.” Central Banking, a global research and intelligence watchdog for the world’s reserve banks, lauded and awarded the South Africa Reserve Bank (SARB) for “Project […]
XRP › Africa › Adoption
Ripple Partners with Madonna for Malawi Children’s Fundraiser
Blockchain-based payments processor Ripple, announced its partnership with pop star icon Madonna for endorsing a fundraiser in Malawi, Africa.
