In 2023, Nigeria introduced a blockchain policy, which was barely implemented; no document was ditched in favor of a new Nigeria Blockchain policy. Let’s dive in and see, if any, what makes this new National digital innovation plan different and whether this new government blockchain adoption roadmap can do what its predecessor clearly failed at….
Bitget Wallet, a prominent, non-custodial crypto wallet within Africa, has revealed astounding stats on its growth and adoption rate. As released, the organization has experienced a 300% growth in user base within the past 12 months. In Brief Bitget Wallet saw 300% global user growth—driven by 950% adoption in Africa and a $1M community rewards…
In an effort to accelerate enterprise blockchain adoption, Avalanche-backed Fusion has launched a $100 million ecosystem dedicated to building sector-specific decentralized networks. In Brief Avalanche-Backed Fusion launches a $100M fund offering composers and modules that streamline blockchain adoption. DePIN grants accelerate real-world decentralized infrastructure in sectors like healthcare, AI, and logistics. Two-layer architecture and modular…
A seismic 37% TVL drop saw Ethereum restaking crash from $18.6B to $12B as airdrop hype faded. Yield hunters flocked to Solana’s lightning-fast 65,000 TPS network and rock-bottom $0.025 fees, injecting $10B into its DeFi ecosystem. African markets drove the shift, demanding cost efficiency over brand loyalty. While [Ether.fi](http://Ether.fi) holds ground with real yields, DeFi’s new kings prioritize speed, sustainability, and accessibility over legacy dominance.
In an ambitious attempt to foster decentralized crypto developments and strengthen crypto development, renowned Africa-based organization, Btrust, committed $1.04 million in Bitcoin grants to support 10 crypto-events and developer education programs throughout the continent. In Brief Bitcoin grants from Btrust accelerate crypto development in Africa, funding 10 events and education programs to train blockchain developers….
The crypto wallet adoption rate has increasingly improved over the years, given the continent’s Web3 frenzy(DeFi, Stablecoins, and Blockchain Development). In Brief Crypto wallet adoption reached 1.6 billion wallets globally by 2025, driven by mobile-first designs. Smart contract wallets like Safe and Coinbase Smart Wallet enable gasless transactions and social recovery, lowering barriers for non-technical…
SEC files class-action lawsuit against MicroStrategy (575,230 BTC, $59.2B holdings) alleging executives falsified Bitcoin treasury risks under Section 10(b) Securities Exchange Act. Michael Saylor, Phong Le, Andrew Kang face charges as 7,390 BTC purchase at $103,500 coincides with legal scrutiny. Despite 16.3% YTD yield, MSTR dropped 2.3% pre-market. With 70+ firms adopting BTC treasury strategies including Metaplanet and AsiaStrategy, African corporations must balance innovation with regulatory compliance amid volatile markets.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has reignited conversations around the development of a stateless Ethereum node. This radical proposal comes over concerns around the complexity of the network, which is effectively hindering its decentralization and privacy. His latest proposal underscores a critical shift in Ethereum’s decentralization strategy while addressing pressing blockchain privacy solutions. In Brief…
Ethiopian founder Kanessa Muluneh transforms the 1896 Battle of Adwa into Rise of Fearless, a play-to-earn battle royale with Web3 and African heritage. Built by ex-Axie Infinity devs, it features spears, shields, and textile-inspired NFTs with Amharic voice-overs. Closing $700K funding with a 2,500+ community, Muluneh positions Ethiopia as a force in Africa’s $1.8B gaming market with billion-dollar ambitions.
Crypto payment cards via Mastercard and MoonPay empower Africa’s unbanked by converting stablecoins to fiat at 150M global merchants. Gig workers in Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa now access instant cross-border payments via stablecoin cards, bypassing high remittance fees. Africa’s 43% stablecoin transaction dominance drives crypto payment card adoption, reshaping SMEs’ access to global markets…
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