A stablecoin issued by Circle, pegged to the US dollar, aimed at providing a reliable digital currency for transactions.
BitGo’s Nick Coombs thinks everyone is reading Africa’s crypto market wrong
BitGo listed on the New York Stock Exchange in January 2026, signaling crypto firms' transition to mainstream finance. Coinbase went public in 2021, paving the way for more digital asset companies to seek public listings.
A Paris Startup Just Raised $6.2 Million to Let You Spend Crypto Like Cash
Kulipa raised $6.2 million in a seed round co-led by Flourish Ventures and 1kx. The startup has developed a payment card system that allows stablecoin holders to spend directly from their crypto wallets.
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.
Onafriq taps Conduit as Africa’s stablecoin push reaches cross-border payments
Onafriq has partnered with Conduit to improve liquidity management and payment processes using stablecoins. The partnership allows Onafriq to use USDC for funding accounts and making payouts, cutting traditional transfer times.
Flutterwave Partners with Turnkey to Secure Stablecoin Wallets
Flutterwave is collaborating with Nuvion and Turnkey to launch stablecoin balances for its users. The initiative aims to make stablecoins a key component of Africa's financial ecosystem.
