In Brief Bitcoin financial inclusion in Kibera enabled wage payments without banks, reducing fees and boosting security for unbanked youth. High BTC exposure poses volatility risks, underscoring the need for education and diversified usage beyond earnings. Sustainable inclusion demands clear KPIs on wallet activity, spending habits, and long-term adoption to measure impact. Digital assets have…
In Brief Blockchain payments are enabling secure, transparent, and low-fee transactions for South Africa’s informal market through LovCash’s Lisk-powered platform. Vendors gain more than just payment rails—reward programs, cashback offers, and loyalty systems drive adoption and engagement. With over 3,700 retailers onboarded, LovCash showcases the tangible impact blockchain can have in digitizing underserved African economies….
In Brief Ghana crypto regulations now caution against the use of unlicensed VASPs like Yellow Card and HanyPay, highlighting the BoG’s commitment to formal oversight. A Virtual Asset Providers Act is slated for September, requiring all crypto on/off‑ramps to obtain licenses and comply with AML standards. Upcoming rules—aligned with FATF—aim to foster financial inclusion while…
Lisk Blockchain, a core blockchain ecosystem with significant roots in Africa, unveiled its second Cohort of promising African ventures in its renowned Lisk Incubation program. In Brief Lisk Incubation Program offers six months of intensive mentorship, access to protocol tools, and up to $100K funding for African Web3 startups. Cohort 2 features 20 diverse ventures—from SACCO…
Crypto ETF inflows surged to $1.9 billion last week, marking a ninth consecutive week of growth. With Bitcoin trading near $106,000 and BlackRock dominating the field, discover how institutional giants are driving market resilience and pushing AUM to $179 billion despite global uncertainty.
Developers are the future of Africa’s Web3 ecosystem. In Brief Base East Africa a growing community featuring startups like Swypt and HakiChain to address local challenges via decentralized legal, financial, and daily-use dApps. Platforms like Swypt (stablecoin rails), HakiChain (legal bounties), ElementPay (everyday payments), and Ndovu (robo-advisory) showcase Base’s practical impact. Developer support—including grants, tooling,…
Rise of Fearless merges Ethiopian heritage with fast-paced mobile Web3 battle royale, pioneering Africa-centric storytelling in blockchain gaming. Founder Kanessa Muluneh leveraged TikTok marketing and community feedback to grow 2,500+ players and refine gameplay mechanics. Upcoming NFT integration and native token launch will enable true digital ownership and a robust in-game economy. Africa’s gaming industry,…
VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange, partners with MoonPay for seamless fiat on-ramps across 34 currencies including KES, NGN, and BRL. Supporting Apple Pay, Google Pay, and cards, the integration serves 1.3M+ users. With stablecoins driving 43% of Africa’s crypto volume, this accelerates financial inclusion across South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, holding value on-chain with instant conversion tools.
Bitcoin DADA Cohort 9 shatters crypto’s gender gap with free mentorship across 11 African countries, educated women earn 20% more than peers without digital finance skills. Applications close June 26, 2025. Founder Lorraine Marcel empowers participants to build Bitcoin businesses, master wallet security, and avoid FOMO trading through hands-on training. Join the Pan-African sisterhood at Kenya Blockchain Conference and DADA Devs events.
Security is the cornerstone of any technological advancement, and its importance is now more crucial, with Web3 becoming one of the most lucrative ventures today. Secure B2B communications are constantly threatened by cybercriminals trying their best to swipe your information. In Brief VERA and Cheqd’s blockchain-verified messaging platform eliminates invoice fraud by tying business identities…
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