Bitcoin, the first decentralized cryptocurrency, known for its role as a digital currency and store of value.
Blockchain.com Launches in Ghana, Eyes Broader African Expansion
Blockchain.com recorded over 700% growth in brokerage transaction volume in Nigeria since launching retail operations. The firm has seen a 140% increase in active Ghanaian users before its official launch.
UNICEF Venture Fund Opens Applications for Blockchain Solutions
UNICEF Venture Fund opens applications for blockchain-based startups until March 10, 2026. Selected startups can receive up to $100,000 in equity-free funding.
Exhibitor Spotlight: Divest is fuelling crypto liquidity at Lagos Startup Expo 2.0
Nigerians are turning to cryptocurrency for faster money movement and hedging against currency volatility. Liquidity is essential for the success of cryptocurrency adoption in Nigeria.
Binance Surges Past $100T in Trades, Cements Dominance in Cooling Crypto Market
Binance recorded $21.6 billion in user deposits in 2024. Binance became the first platform to exceed $100 trillion in lifetime trading volume.
Starlink Debuts in Botswana Just Months After Gaining Approval
Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk, is now available in Botswana. Starlink received its operating license in May 2024 after a year of discussions with the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA).
