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digital-asset-custody

Why Absa Bank Chose Ripple to Secure Its Digital Future

KenMichaels011 mins

TL: DR,     With Nigeria alone processing over $660 million in blockchain transactions, the Ripple-Absa partnership introduces regulated digital asset custody to meet Africa’s surging institutional demand. Ripple’s enterprise custody stack brings FSCA-aligned, multi-signature, cold storage and audit controls, giving banks a compliant, lower-risk path into tokenization. Absa moves from pilots to production—powering treasuries, tokenized portfolios,…

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Binance and Zapper Just Changed the Game for Retail Payments

KenMichaels012 mins

TL;DR,     Binance Pay partnered with Zapper to enable QR code crypto payments at 31,000+ South African merchants, including KFC and Sasol, effectively doubling Binance’s global merchant network.  The system is seamless and risk-free for merchants, who require no new hardware and receive instant settlement in local currency (ZAR), completely avoiding crypto’s price volatility.  This partnership…

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Blockchain in Africa: A Shift in Monetary Systems Amid Established Constraints

KenMichaels015 mins

TL;DR, Africa hit $25B in on-chain transactions in March as blockchain in africa accelerates low-fee, transparent remittances and access despite infrastructure gaps.  Stablecoins like RLUSD, CBDCs such as eNaira, and a $15M Lisk fund are delivering faster settlements, inflation protection, and real inclusion across key markets. Regulators are adding licensing and taxes while AI tools…

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Why Lisk is Betting on JavaScript, Farmers, and Local Heroes

KenMichaels011 mins

TL;DR, The Lisk EMpower Fund is tapping into Africa’s booming on-chain economy, which saw $205 billion in value move in one year, by funding startups that solve real problems.  Lisk’s Ethereum-compatible L2 and JavaScript SDK cut costs and complexity, giving local builders in Africa, Southeast Asia, and LATAM a scalable Web3 path. A local-first playbook (grants, regional…

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Africa Records $205 Billion Crypto Flows Breaking Growth Records

KenMichaels08 mins

TL;DR, Africa’s crypto economy surged 52% to $205 billion, ranking third globally as stablecoins provide inflation protection amid currency volatility. Nigeria leads with $92.1 billion in crypto flows, while peer-to-peer platforms replace expensive traditional remittance services. Institutional adoption grows as South African banks offer digital assets and Nigerian regulators partner with Chainalysis for transparency. Africa’s…

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circle-ventures-funding

Why Circle Ventures Backed CV VC’s African Blockchain Fund with $20M

KenMichaels09 mins

TL;DR, Circle Ventures funding backed CV VC’s African Blockchain Fund with $20 million as Africa’s crypto economy grew 52% with stablecoins comprising 43% of the market. African blockchain startups are shifting from hype to utility-focused solutions, with 70% providing localized stablecoin use cases for payments and remittances. The partnership signals Africa’s emergence as a serious…

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Michael Jimoh’s Vision for Seamless Digital Currency Conversion in Africa | Exclusive | Web3Africa

KenMichaels012 mins

TLDR; ChainPal’s crypto payment gateway automatically converts digital currencies to local African currencies, eliminating complexity for merchants. AI integration analyzes transaction data to provide business insights on customer behavior and sales patterns. The platform prioritizes practical utility over cryptocurrency speculation, solving real African business problems. In Africa, utility trumps value when the question of adopting…

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Circle Gateway Arrives on Mainnet with Blockradar as Day 1 Partner

KenMichaels09 mins

In Brief Circle launched the Circle Gateway on August 19th to address stablecoin fragmentation.   BlockRadar integrated this product into its infrastructure for better USDC management.   BlockRadar’s upgrade improves treasury management, automating processes across multiple chains.   On Tuesday, August 19th, Circle officially launched its Circle Gateway within its mainnet. The product offering tackles…

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ChainPal Review: The Invisible Wall Between Your Work and Your Wallet.

KenMichaels08 mins

In Brief Stablecoin payouts via ChainPal enable near-instant conversion to mobile money and bank accounts, cutting remittance fees and settlement times. ChainPal’s AI matching engine plus enterprise security and KYC create compliant, low-cost payout rails for freelancers, builders, and SMEs. ChainPal offers professional invoices and automated payouts, reducing fees and enhancing efficiency. Stablecoin payouts have…

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SA Slams the Door on Crypto Loopholes: Cross-Border Rules Drop in 2025!

KenMichaels08 mins

South Africa rejects exchange control exemption for SARB-led crypto framework after Judge Motha rules “cryptocurrency is not money.” Financial Regulators Steering Committee establishes CASP cross-border reporting closing 1961 Exchange Control loopholes. FICA subjects Luno, VALR, Binance to AML/CFT/CPF as Luno flags onshore/offshore gap hindering institutional adoption. Framework resolves “money” vs “capital” dichotomy within year

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