A decentralized digital currency that enables peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries.
Kenya’s Crypto Rules Give Stablecoins a Clearer Place in Finance
Kenya's new virtual asset regulations ban interest payments on stablecoins. The regulations allow stablecoins to function as payment instruments while preventing them from resembling bank deposits.
Flutterwave Secures Investment from Circle Ventures as It Expands USDC Payments and Settlement Across Africa
Flutterwave announced a strategic investment from Circle Ventures. The investment supports embedding USDC settlement into existing payment flows.
ForgeLayer shifts to pay-as-you-go model for its crypto payment infrastructure
Stablecoins are becoming mainstream as businesses look for faster and cheaper cross-border payment methods. ForgeLayer has redesigned its pricing model to a pay-as-you-go option, allowing businesses to integrate crypto payment infrastructure without upfront fees.
ESET’s Allan Juma On The Rising Wave of Cryptocurrency Scams and Cyber Frauds
Suspected scam notifications have surged by nearly 3,000% in some African countries according to INTERPOL. Fraudsters are exploiting Africa's rapid digital adoption through fake AI trading platforms and counterfeit smartphones loaded with malware.
BitShop App Delivers Fast Crypto-to-Naira Exchange and Seamless Bill Payments
BitShop 2.0 combines crypto exchange, naira transfers, bill payments, and giftcard services in one app. The app features a refreshed interface designed for speed and ease of use.
