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Latest updates on crypto innovation, adoption, and regulation across Africa’s growing digital asset ecosystem.

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A bright, photorealistic Cape Town boardroom scene shows a stack of Bitcoin under a glass dome beside a heavier scale of diversified assets, symbolizing caution against overexposure.

Crypto

South African asset management giant advises clients against over exposure to Bitcoin

The South African firm's warnings come despite its pro-crypto stance and crypto-focused products.

6 months ago

Crime

CFTC fines South African CEO $3.4B over Bitcoin MLM scheme

The case represents the CFTC's highest civil fine and largest Bitcoin fraud case.

3 years ago

Adoption

Metamask, Moonpay partner to allow Nigerians buy crypto directly

In 2021, the central bank of Nigeria ordered banks to stop facilitating cryptocurrency transactions and close all crypto-related accounts.

3 years ago

CBDCs

Nigeria’s CBDC program called ‘a very dark experiment’

The Nigerian central bank had doubled down on cash restrictions, triggering chaos in the country.

3 years ago

Adoption

Bitcoin premium in Nigeria tops 164% amid demonetization

The central bank's move to invalidate current notes and the subsequent cash withdrawal restrictions have increased demand for Bitcoin.

3 years ago

Regulation

South African regulator mandates crypto ad risk warnings

South Africa's ARB has urged crypto ads providers to warn that investing in crypto assets may result in loss of capital.

3 years ago

Regulation

Nigerian central bank moves to regulate Stablecoins and ICOs

The Central Bank of Nigeria said it would work with relevant authorities to develop a regulatory framework for the implementation of stablecoin and initial coin offerings.

3 years ago

Adoption

Less than 0.5% Nigerians have used the country’s CBDC e-Naira a year after its launch

The E-Naira has been live for 14 months and the Nigerian government is continuing to struggle with adoption despite the population's favorable stance toward crypto.

3 years ago

Crypto

SBF extradition pending, Binance.US to acquire Voyager’s assets: CryptoSlate Wrapped Daily

SBF was sent back to jail and not extradited following his latest hearing, Binance.US plans to acquire the assets of bankrupt crypto lender Voyager, and more in this CryptoSlate Wrapped Daily.

3 years ago