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A cryptocurrency exchange that offers trading in various digital assets and has partnered with Mastercard for crypto card programs.
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Nigeria’s ₦2 billion capital requirement puts crypto exchanges at a crossroads
Techpoint Africa - Jan 27, 2026
The SEC has raised the minimum capital requirement for digital asset exchanges to ₦2 billion. The SEC has implemented licensing frameworks for virtual asset service providers (VASPs).

Quidax discontinues P2P trading as Nigeria’s crypto rules tighten
TechCabal - Jan 23, 2026
Quidax has discontinued its peer-to-peer (P2P) trading feature after five months of operation. The decision was influenced by user preference for faster trading options like instant swaps and order-book trading.

After 20k tweets and over 100 trades, here’s the truth about P2P crypto trade in Nigeria
Techpoint Africa - Jan 05, 2026
The Central Bank of Nigeria's 2021 directive halted bank facilitation of cryptocurrency transactions, pushing users towards P2P trading. P2P trading has become a popular method for crypto transactions in Nigeria, with platforms like Binance facilitating direct trades.

More than 90% of Nigeria’s crypto market is dominated by Binance, Bybit, and WhatsApp P2P as local exchanges scramble for market share — Report
Techpoint Africa - Oct 29, 2025
Nearly 80% of Nigerians use Binance for their crypto needs. International exchanges dominate Nigeria's centralized crypto market, accounting for about 90% of the market share.
Stablecoin Settlements Go Live in EEMEA with Mastercard and Circle
IT News Africa - Aug 28, 2025
Mastercard and Circle have expanded their partnership to enable USDC settlements in EEMEA. This initiative aims to connect blockchain-native assets with traditional commerce infrastructure.
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