Africa Chainalysis sets up regional HQ in Dubai amid local crypto boom Chainalysis relocates its regional headquarters to Dubai, reflecting the UAE’s progressive stance toward blockchain technology. By VirtualCoinCap2 days ago
Commodity tokenization is the economic aid Africa needs Commodity tokenization would enable African countries — such as Ghana and Botswana — an opportunity to ... By VirtualCoinCapAugust 14, 2023 Africa
Zimbabwe central bank close to introducing gold-backed digital tokens into retail Physical and digital gold tokens have been a big success as investments and an inflation hedge in ... By VirtualCoinCapAugust 14, 2023 Africa
Circle CEO: 70% of USDC adoption comes from outside the US Major stablecoin issuers Tether and Circle are focusing on markets outside the United States, where adoption is ... By VirtualCoinCapAugust 8, 2023 Africa
Worldcoin cryptocurrency project suspended in Kenya Kenyan authorities want to ensure that Worldcoin poses no risks to the security of citizens before it ... By VirtualCoinCapAugust 2, 2023 Africa
Blockchain technology lets East African farmers sell globally Blockchains’ tracing capacities can help certify that crops weren’t grown by razing woodlands or harvested with child ... By VirtualCoinCapJuly 28, 2023 Africa
Nigerian central bank adds NFC upgrade to eNaira for contactless payments The central bank reportedly emphasized that the addition of NFC technology will play a crucial role in ... By VirtualCoinCapJuly 23, 2023 Africa
Namibia passes bill to regulate crypto and digital assets The legislation aims to establish a framework for licensing and regulating virtual asset service providers. By VirtualCoinCapJuly 6, 2023 Africa
How blockchain technology makes it easier for Africans to upskill The narrative that blockchain technology could revolutionize how people interact with technology in Africa may not be ... By VirtualCoinCapJune 15, 2023 Africa
Nigeria regulator halts Binance operations: Report According to Nigeria’s securities regulator, Binance is neither registered nor regulated in the country, making its operations ... By VirtualCoinCapJune 11, 2023 Africa
CBDC ‘may not be a compelling priority,’ says Kenya’s central bank The central bank released its statement in response to comments on a CBDC discussion paper published in ... By VirtualCoinCapJune 2, 2023 Africa
IMF optimism in Central African Republic, despite Bitcoin adoption The International Monetary Fund projects 2.2% GDP growth and manageable debt, but warns of liquidity risks. By VirtualCoinCapMay 24, 2023 Africa
Kenya partners with Abu Dhabi’s Venom Foundation to build blockchain, Web3 hub The blockchain and Web3 hub will serve as a center for knowledge exchange and collaboration between technology ... By VirtualCoinCapMay 10, 2023 Africa
Kenya considers tax on crypto, NFT transfers and online influencers A bill introduced in Kenya could see a tax added to cryptocurrency and NFT transfers and has ... By VirtualCoinCapMay 4, 2023 Africa
Tokens but not crypto: Nigeria SEC prepares new digital asset rules Nigeria’s securities regulator will take at least 10 months to determine whether to register a digital asset-related ... By VirtualCoinCapMay 1, 2023 Africa
Zimbabwe’s central bank to issue gold-backed digital currency: Report The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe plans to introduce a gold-backed digital currency as legal tender in a ... By VirtualCoinCapApril 23, 2023 Africa
Crypto exchange Roqqu receives South African approval to expand operations Nigerian crypto exchange Roqqu has received the green light to operate in South Africa, providing on and ... By VirtualCoinCapApril 21, 2023 Africa
African blockchain ventures outpace global funding growth: Report Africa witnessed a 429% YoY increase in venture funding in 2022, with the majority of funding coming ... By VirtualCoinCapApril 18, 2023 Africa
Web3 economy to gain more traction in Africa through DeFi-based financial inclusion DeFi-based financial inclusion serves to increase liquidity and earning opportunities for African micro-entrepreneurs through Fonbnk’s partnership with ... By VirtualCoinCapApril 13, 2023 Africa
Mastercard releases New Job Listings for upcoming Crypto Wallet Projects September 30, 20192681 views