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Chainalysis: Stablecoins represent 40% of crypto economy in Sub-Saharan Africa
As businesses turn to dollar-pegged options, stablecoins now represent over 40% of Sub-Saharan Africa’s crypto economy. Stablecoins have…
Opera Mini’s crypto wallet MiniPay now offers USDT and USDC
Since launching in September 2023, Opera Mini’s MiniPay app has amassed three million users.
Opera Mini’s crypto wallet MiniPay now offers USDT and USDC
Since launching in September 2023, Opera Mini’s MiniPay app has amassed three million users.
South Africa to license 60 crypto exchanges in regulatory milestone
South Africa is set to become one of the first countries in Africa to mandate licenses for crypto…
South Africa plans to use stablecoins and blockchain as a way to promote equality
South African authorities have revealed the treasury’s plan to promote the adoption of digital payments for marginalized groups.…
Cryptocurrency ownership reaches 49 million in the U.S.
Top 10 countries like the UAE, Vietnam, and Saudi Arabia showcase mainstream cryptocurrency adoption. The U.S. boasts 49…
This African nation’s financial watchdog wants crypto firms to establish local offices
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) argues that oversight became “insufficient” after cryptocurrencies were declared financial products.
VALR appoints Ben Caselin as CMO for global expansion
VALR, Africa’s leading crypto exchange by trade volume, has named Ben Caselin as its chief marketing officer (CMO)
Crypto exchanges in the crosshairs as Gemini sues DCG, BlackRock resubmits bitcoin ETF application | Weekly recap
Gemini sues DCG for alleged fraud, adding to ongoing tension. Regulatory matters a global concern. BlackRock submits renewed…
South Africa’s financial regulator to require licenses for crypto exchanges by year-end
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa has made an announcement, stating that all cryptocurrency exchanges…