Naira-backed stablecoin cNGN debuts on local exchanges
As stated on its website, only licensed users can purchase cNGN directly from the platform, while others can access it through cryptocurrency exchanges like Busha and Quidax.
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Africa Tech Summit unveils 55 finalists for inaugural awards
The winners will be announced on February 13th at the Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, a two-day event bringing together over 2,000 industry leaders and 1,000 companies.
Biggest African blockchain stories of 2023, according to Mariblock writers
Explore Africa's blockchain evolution in 2023 through the lenses of Mariblock writers.
Mariblock welcomes growth specialist Dorcas Osikorobia and promotes Ogechi Nelson
With Ms. Osikorobia’s appointment and Ms. Nelson’s promotion, the company is poised to continue making strides in shaping the blockchain landscape while promoting gender equality.
Q&A: Blockchain Association of Kenya offers a breakdown of proposed tax bills
Kenya has proposed at least three crypto-related tax bills over the past year — two since April 2023. Here’s what these proposals mean for you.
5 billion reasons Africa needs to ditch the U.S. dollar for cross-border trade
Although the U.S. accounted for less than 10% of Africa’s total trade in 2019, nearly half of Africa’s trade is settled in U.S. dollars. The mismatch in commercial and payment flow cost Africans $5 billion yearly, Kioneki writes.
Fact check: Bitcoin is NOT trading at a 60% premium in Nigeria
A narrative has been doing the rounds that bitcoin is trading at a significant premium in Nigeria. A deeper look at how FX works in Nigeria reveals flaws in the bitcoin premium story.