Binance vs Nigeria: A timeline of events as they unfold
From regulatory concerns to legal battles: Key events in the Binance-Nigeria saga and their impact on Africa's crypto landscape.
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South Africa grants 63 new crypto licenses
This brings the total approved crypto licenses in South Africa to 138. On- and off-ramp crypto service Kotani Pay is one of the newest licensees.
Scoop: South Africa announces 30 investigations into crypto activities
FSCA has formed a special team to probe unlicensed crypto services amid ongoing regulatory efforts. 30 cases are under scrutiny as South Africa seeks to balance innovation and compliance.
Nigeria’s SEC announces regulatory sandbox for crypto firms
The country’s capital market regulator wants to fast-track the onboarding of crypto providers pending the establishment of digital asset rules.
Nigerian SEC to leverage blockchain for capital markets
Dr. Agama’s latest comments come amidst uncertainties in the Nigerian crypto space. A Binance executive remains in detention in Nigeria.
Jailed Binance exec still awaits medical care despite court order
Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained for three months, has malaria and a throat infection, according to his wife.
Brief: Nigerian lawmakers push for crypto regulation
This comes amidst a topsy-turvy crypto regulatory environment in the West African country, marked by a significant crackdown on P2P trading.