Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

Cybersecurity Innovation Excellence Award for Coin-Base

Oluomachi Ejiofor Honored with Cybersecurity Innovation Excellence Award for Coin-Base

Oluomachi Ejiofor has been recognized with the prestigious Cybersecurity Innovation Excellence Award from the Tech ...

West Africa’s First Blockchain University Opens in Benin

West Africa's first blockchain university opens in Benin, marking a new era in tech education. ...
Cryptocurrency

The Growth of Local Crypto Exchanges in Africa

Local crypto exchanges are becoming critical pillars of the African crypto ecosystem, offering platforms for ...

Nigeria Tops Bitcoin Trading Volume in Africa for 2021

Nigeria leads Africa in Bitcoin trading volume for 2021, driving the continent's cryptocurrency market. Learn ...

Blockchain-Powered Remittances Gain Traction in West Africa

Blockchain-powered remittances are gaining momentum in West Africa as they offer faster, secure, and low-cost ...

Binance Expands Cryptocurrency Education Program to West Africa

Binance expands its cryptocurrency education program to West Africa, providing free resources to empower individuals ...

Ghana Explores Blockchain for Digital ID System

On April 12, 2021, Ghana announced its plans to explore blockchain technology for developing a ...
Kenya's Crypto Dilemma: Balancing Innovation and Financial Crime Risks

Kenya’s Crypto Dilemma: Balancing Innovation and Financial Crime Risks

Kenya, a flourishing digital nexus in East Africa, stands at a pivotal crossroads. With its ...

Nigeria’s Blockchain Startups Thrive Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Despite regulatory challenges, Nigeria's blockchain startups are thriving by adapting and diversifying, as reported on ...

The Future of Cryptocurrency in Africa

Africa’s crypto market is evolving rapidly, and the continent is poised to become a global ...

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