African traders least likely to fall for crypto scams: Chainalysis
The region’s traders are highly aware of scams and avoid them.
Africa
Nigeria regulators recognize digital assets in stunning new statement
‘Virtual crypto assets are securities, unless proven otherwise,’ the Nigerian SEC said.
Small value crypto transfers in Africa have increased by 55%
Africans are turning to cryptocurrencies to avoid high fees and currency instability, with transfers to and from the continent increasing 55% over the last year.
Meet a Freelance Cypherpunk Developer in Africa
Fodé Diop, founder of the Dakar Bitcoin Developers meetup in Senegal speaks with CoinDesk’s Leigh Cuen about bitcoin in Africa.
Nigerian Crypto Activity Has Been On the Rise Since April
Nigeria outperformed the rest of the world by the level of interest in Bitcoin over recent months.
Charlie Shrem TLDL: Ray Youssef and Crypto’s Role in Africa
Ray Youssef joins Charlie Shrem to discuss Paxful’s mission in Africa, the liberating power of crypto and the unfairness of the African franc.
Nigerian Scammers Used BTC & Gemini Exchange to Siphon Millions
Nigerian scammers converted millions of dollars into Bitcoin via Gemini exchange according to an FBI criminal complaint.
Startup Helps Reduce Child Labor in Africa & Aspires to Work with Tesla
A blockchain startup helps car manufacturers ascertain that the raw materials they use are not produced by children.
Akon’s DLT Startup to Set up a Blockchain Hub in Kenya in Q4 2020
A joint initiative of Akon’s Akoin and Dutch Effect.AI, the Kenyan Opportunity Hub will promote blockchain education and new work opportunities.
Financial Inclusion, Cryptocurrency and the Developing World
Regions of the world with fast-growing economic potential and young populations, such as India and Africa, will become leaders in crypto adoption.
