Africa is the future of DeFi, argues Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson
The CEO of Cardano developers IOHK sees a promising path towards DeFi adoption throughout the world’s second-most populous continent
Africa
Following Binance Uganda closure, Binance P2P makes strong inroads in Africa
The cryptocurrency exchange has given up on Binance Uganda, but the regional play remains strong
Can blockchain make a difference? Africa sees vast monetary potential
As access to crypto spreads across Africa, blockchain could be crucial in improving cross-border payments and settlement systems.
Etherisc to offer blockchain-based crop insurance to Kenyan farmers
The project aims to provide a blockchain-based parametric insurance platform that helps protect smallhold farmers from the effects of climate change.
Nigeria hopes blockchain will generate $10B revenue by 2030
“We want Nigeria to be strategically placed to capture value from this economic potential of blockchain,” stated the NITDA director-general.
Exploring the landscape of crypto regulations in sub-Saharan Africa
Despite facing hot-and-cold rules, growing crypto usage in sub-Saharan Africa is forcing regulators to reconsider the industry.
Emerging technologies can change the African financial landscape
The ease and convenience of services backed with the emerging techs can dramatically improve the financial landscape in Africa.
African traders least likely to fall for crypto scams: Chainalysis
The region’s traders are highly aware of scams and avoid them.
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.
