Africa News

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

Mining

Ethiopia harnesses low-cost energy for Bitcoin mining from renewable sources

Bitcoin miners in the African country already consumes 600 MW of power.

1 year ago

Research

High inflation vs regional conflict: Which leads to higher adoption of Bitcoin and crypto?

Strong currency devaluation pushes citizens towards crypto but is political unrest a bigger driver?

1 year ago

Research

Latest data reveals global economic downturn, building stronger case for Bitcoin

Weakening global markets bolster Bitcoin's role as a decentralized inflation hedge.

1 year ago

Adoption

Stablecoins, DeFi boost Nigeria to second in global crypto adoption rankings – Chainalysis

Nigeria's success reflects a wider trend of crypto-driven financial innovation and inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa.

1 year ago

Adoption

Morocco turns to AI, blockchain to achieve ‘digital hub’ goal by 2030

The Digital Morocco 2030 was announced on Sept. 25 and launched with a $1.1 billion budget.

2 years ago

Adoption

UAE’s clear regulations have fostered a balanced, diversified crypto ecosystem – Chainalysis

With the establishment of Dubai's VARA in 2022, UAE has snagged the global spotlight, attracting crypto businesses and talents.

2 years ago

Stablecoins

Stablecoins redefine financial access in emerging markets, report finds

Stablecoins have evolved from niche crypto tools to mainstream financial asset used to hedge against economic uncertainty.

2 years ago

Regulation

Nigeria to ramp up crackdown on unregistered crypto exchanges

Nigeria's SEC said its enforcement actions aim to enhance investor protection and transparency in the country's fast-growing digital asset market.

2 years ago

Nigerian court defers bail for ailing Binance executive to October

Exchanges 2 years ago

Binance CEO slams Nigeria for inhumane treatment of detained executive

Exchanges 2 years ago

Binance exec seeks bail in Nigeria amid deteriorating health issues

Legal 2 years ago

Nigerian SEC approves local crypto exchanges in push for digital asset regulation

Regulation 2 years ago

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

Ethiopia harnesses low-cost energy for Bitcoin mining from renewable sources

High inflation vs regional conflict: Which leads to higher adoption of Bitcoin and crypto?

Latest data reveals global economic downturn, building stronger case for Bitcoin

Stablecoins, DeFi boost Nigeria to second in global crypto adoption rankings – Chainalysis

Morocco turns to AI, blockchain to achieve ‘digital hub’ goal by 2030

UAE’s clear regulations have fostered a balanced, diversified crypto ecosystem – Chainalysis

Stablecoins redefine financial access in emerging markets, report finds

Nigeria to ramp up crackdown on unregistered crypto exchanges

Nigerian court defers bail for ailing Binance executive to October

Binance CEO slams Nigeria for inhumane treatment of detained executive

Binance exec seeks bail in Nigeria amid deteriorating health issues

Nigerian SEC approves local crypto exchanges in push for digital asset regulation