Kenya’s stock exchange eyes tokenized securities with Hedera Council membership
The Nairobi Securities Exchange is looking to accelerate the tokenization of securities, targeting tech-savvy investors in Kenya's capital markets.
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South African taxman goes after crypto traders to rein in taxes
The tax agency is scrutinizing individual trading and tax data to find defaulters and issue them assessments. To crack down on non-compliance, SARS is also leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Nigerian SEC grants provisional crypto licenses amid regulatory shift
Crypto exchanges Quidax and Busha receive “Approval-in-Principle” as Nigeria takes steps towards regulating the crypto industry.
Herniated disc and handcuffs: Binance exec’s health deteriorates in Nigerian prison
Binance disputes claims about its earnings in Nigeria, while legal battles intensify amid the six-month detention of employee, Tigran Gambaryan.
Binance exec in Nigerian prison denied access to legal team amidst worsening health
Tigran Gambaryan’s legal team has not been allowed into the prison since July 26 while Gambaryan has suffered additional health complications.
Bank of Ghana issues draft guidelines for crypto regulation
Ghana’s apex bank has also asked for input from members of the public while it moves closer to establishing digital asset rules.
Nigerian SEC mandates crypto firms to open local offices for regulatory sandbox participation
Nigeria's SEC unveils strict requirements for crypto firms, including local presence and hefty penalties, as it seeks to regulate the burgeoning digital asset market amidst global challenges.