TL;DR, African blockchain venture funding reached $34.7 million across 12 startup deals in 2024, with the continent outpacing global markets by accounting for 6.4% of all venture funding and 12.5% of total deals. Nigeria and Seychelles dominated the African blockchain investment landscape with 10 combined deals, while success stories like Scroll’s $50 million raise and…
TL;DR, Nigeria AI adoption strategy is being accelerated to combat the $88.6 billion lost annually across Africa due to illicit financial flows. The Nigerian government is restructuring blockchain policy committees and incorporating AI into security frameworks through NITDA initiatives. International cooperation and pressure on tax havens are essential for successful asset recovery, with Nigeria citing…
TL;DR, Kotani Pay successfully obtained a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) license from South Africa’s FSCA, joining over 248 approved applications since June 2023 to legally offer on-ramp and off-ramp services to businesses and traders. South Africa’s CASP licensing framework offers regulatory clarity in a market where 12% of citizens interact with digital assets, providing…
TL;DR, Rwandan CBDC will launch in 2026, offering financial inclusion, digital cash alternatives, and public-tested innovations to empower Rwanda’s cashless economy ambitions. Rwanda’s central bank sets a two‑year roadmap, testing CBDC design, resilience, and cross‑border payments to rival early adopters in Africa. Public consultation and feasibility research shape Rwanda’s CBDC, ensuring secure, inclusive, and technologically adaptive…
TL;DR, Zimbabwe crypto regulation study launched June 12 with committee collecting data from local crypto companies, submission deadline June 26, aiming to map ecosystem and address money laundering risks. Government seeks comprehensive understanding of virtual asset industry through consultative approach, inviting both local and international firms to contribute to upcoming regulatory framework. Facing ongoing economic…
TL;DR, The US bitcoin ETF approval triggered a price surge, opened doors for institutions, and signals Africa’s need for clear digital asset regulation.  For Africa, ETFs bring opportunities: legitimized investments, diversified treasuries, taxable revenues, and expanded access to digital assets. The ETF framework offers African regulators a tested model for cryptocurrency regulation, enabling financial institutions to diversify…
TL;DR, Among the first batch to receive South Africa’s crypto license include Luno, South Africa’s top crypto exchange, and Zignaly, a decentralized social investing platform. Zignaly obtained a Category 2Â discretionary FSP license listed on the FSCA registry under Merritt Administrators PTY LTD. Since June 2023, the FSCA has been accepting licensing applications, attracting over 230…
TL;DR, The BRICS digital currency aims to challenge dollar dominance as USD’s share of global FX reserves dropped from 70% in 2000 to 57.8% in 2024. The BRICS Bridge platform will connect member states’ financial systems using CBDCs and stablecoins, targeting 20,000 transactions per second to compete with SWIFT. The project faces significant challenges including…
TL;DR, CV Summit in Cape Town attracted over 250 attendees at Watershed Workshop 17, with Crypto Valley VC launching an Africa Fund targeting 200,000−200,000−500,000 investments for blockchain startups. African blockchain ecosystem shows recovery from 2022 crypto winter as investors focus on sustainable business models. B2B payment systems, cross-border settlements, and compliance-focused blockchain solutions attracted the most…
TL;DR, Power Learn Project aims to train 1 million software developers in Africa by 2027 through cutting-edge blockchain courses and partnerships with entities like EMURGO Africa. African universities from Nigeria to South Africa are integrating blockchain into curricula, while organizations like ABC, Bithub Africa, and Web3Bridge fill gaps through specialized bootcamps and developer…
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