Coinbase taps Yellow Card as on- and off-ramp partner for African expansion
Starting in February, Coinbase users in 20 African countries can buy USDC directly from the Coinbase Wallet App.
Nigeria
Latest stories and analysis of blockchain and digital assets developments in Nigeria.
Nestcoin-owned Onboard expands crypto exchange services into Kenya
The crypto company wants to expand into other markets in the Global South.
Severely devalued naira expected to perform at poorest ever in 2024 — Bloomberg
The naira was one of the worst-performing currencies in 2024, and experts see the trend continuing in 2024.
Nigeria authorizes banks to open accounts for crypto companies
But there's a catch: cryptocurrency companies must first secure a license from the country's capital markets regulator.
How cryptocurrency is empowering global economic inclusion
Crypto is driving global economic inclusion by connecting individuals in emerging markets to opportunities that were previously inaccessible.
UfarmX wants to create blockchain-based digital ‘credit scores’ for African farmers
The US-based startup is expanding its operations into Senegal after conducting pilots in Nigeria.
Why crypto company Bitmama acquired fintech startup Payday
Bitmama would gain access to Payday's customer base through this deal, bringing the crypto company one step closer to its objective of promoting crypto-based remittances in Africa.