A South African cryptocurrency exchange that provides trading services for various digital assets, including tokenised equities.
FNB launches crypto trading
FNB launched cryptocurrency trading on its share trading platform. The bank partnered with local crypto exchange VALR for this service.
Major bank joins crypto fight against Reserve Bank draft rules
GoTyme Bank has signed up to the Catastrophe coalition against draft rules restricting cross-border cryptocurrency payments. The coalition argues for consistent regulatory standards for all financial activities, regardless of technology.
Coalition leads public revolt against treasury’s crypto draft
The coalition Catastrophe was formed to oppose draft rules restricting cross-border crypto payments. The draft crypto asset manual was published by the national treasury and Reserve Bank's financial surveillance department.
Global crypto firms are lining up as Kenya’s new licensing framework takes hold
Several global and African digital asset companies, including Binance and Yellow Card, plan to apply for licenses under Kenya's new framework. The regulations established the country's first comprehensive licensing regime for virtual asset businesses.
VALR hits back at proposed cross-border crypto ban
VALR CEO Farzam Ehsani warns that barring South African companies from cross-border crypto transactions may drive these activities underground. Ehsani argues that the proposed regulations contradict the authorities' goal of enhancing oversight and preventing illicit financial flows.
