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First CBDC Coming To Africa As Ghana Plans to Launch Pilot in September
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) will launch its central bank digital currency project’s pilot in September, according to the Bank’s First deputy governor, Maxwell Opuku-Afari. Modern Ghana, a local news outlet, reported that the deputy governor said the project is currently in its last phase of development, and implementation is expected to start in two […] дальше »
2021-7-13 18:02 | |
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Parliament of West Africa Economic Block Cautions Against Use of Cryptocurrencies
The parliament of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has joined the list of African organizations that have cautioned against the use of cryptocurrencies. In its warning to West Africa crypto users, the legislative body insists these digital assets are too volatile and as such “their use on the African continent is not […] дальше »
2021-7-11 09:30 | |
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Africa Fintech Start-up Growth: Nigeria Dominates in ‘Big Three’ Markets
According to the findings of the latest study by Disrupt Africa, the number of fintech start-ups based on the African continent grew to 576 in 2021. This figure represents a 17. 3% jump from the 491 start-ups that were operating on the continent in 2019. дальше »
2021-7-10 03:00 | |
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Using Decentralized Digital IDs and Blockchain to Help Millions in Africa Get Identified
With over 1. 3 billion inhabitants, Africa accounts for over 16% of the world’s population. However, the continent still falls short when it comes to providing its residents with legitimate or government-issued identification documents. дальше »
2021-7-9 12:30 | |
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South Africa Regulator Wants Mirror Trading International to Pay Millions as Penalty For Contravening Financial Sector Law
A South African regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has informed key figures behind Mirror Trading International (MTI) that it intends to impose a fine of $7 million against the now-defunct crypto investment company. дальше »
2021-7-8 13:00 | |
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After El Salvador, What Bitcoin Adoption Means For Africa
In its line-up after El Salvador signed into law legislation making Bitcoin its legal tender, Tanzania, an East African country with about 58 million citizens became the latest to express interest in embracing decentralized finance. дальше »
2021-7-7 12:34 | |
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New IOTA partnership eases out business woes in East Africa
The IOTA Foundation, the non-profit foundation driving open-source distributed ledger technology for a new digital economy, today announced the initial success of its ongoing collaboration with Trademark East Africa (TMEA). дальше »
2021-7-6 17:00 | |
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T.E Markets Ltd Set To Launch Its Crypto Currency And Africa’s first Consolidated Exchange
T. E Markets Limited, has launched its own cryptocurrency; XTEMCoin with presale starting on Monday 28th, June on their website, www. tem-coin. com. T. E Markets Ltd is a Holding Company registered in Seychelles with running projects in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Nigeria, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of Congo, United States of America and soon in Ghana. дальше »
2021-7-3 15:32 | |
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Flashcoin Listing on Mandala Exchange
Mandala.Exchange, a leading digital asset trading platform, now has listing Flash in the queue. Flash will be exchanged through its trading pairs the first being USDT and followed by BTC. This move will facilitate users from many countries, including many on Continental Africa, Indonesia, Thailand, UAE, and more, to access buying and selling of Flashcoin […] дальше »
2021-7-2 13:10 | |
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Crypto exit scams on the rise
2021 has so far been one of the worst years on record for crypto-related scams and criminality. Two recent failures of crypto businesses in Turkey and South Africa are just the latest in a long history of founders running off with the cash - and they definitely won’t be the last. дальше »
2021-7-2 16:00 | |
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South African Regulators Reportedly Fast-Tracking Crypto Regulatory Framework
With South Africa receiving more than its fair share of cryptocurrency-related scams, a report suggests that regulators are responding to this challenge by fast-tracking the process of creating a new regulatory framework. дальше »
2021-7-1 12:30 | |
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Following The Biggest Scam In Bitcoin History, South Africa To Tighten Crypto Regulation
After possibly the biggest scam in Bitcoin history, South African government moves to stiffen regulation regarding crypto assets. South Africa Responds To Bitcoin Scams Over the past couple of years, the nation has observed a series of crypto scams, including two of the biggest Bitcoin scams ever. The first of these was in 2020, when […] дальше »
2021-7-1 17:44 | |
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T.E Markets Ltd Launches Its Cryptocurrency and Africa’s First Consolidated Exchange Platform
T. E Markets Limited, a Holding Company, has launched its cryptocurrency known as XTEMCoin. The digital assets’ pre-sale started Monday, June 28, on their website. The Seychelles registered company has projects running in the U. дальше »
2021-6-30 17:35 | |
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Report: South Africa Bars Transfer of Locally Acquired Cryptocurrencies to Overseas Exchanges, Offenders Face Jail Time
Fresh reports from South Africa suggest that the transfer of locally acquired cryptocurrencies to overseas crypto exchanges will now be subject to the country’s exchange control regulations. Consequently, transactions where an individual purchases crypto assets in South Africa and uses them to externalize “any right to capital” will be deemed a criminal offense. Risk of […] дальше »
2021-6-29 07:30 | |
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Africrypt Ponzi Scheme Collapse: South Africa Regulator Says Its ‘Not in a Position to Take Any Regulatory Action’
Following Africrypt’s collapse, South African regulator, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), released a statement asserting its lack of jurisdiction over cryptocurrencies. Although the regulator says it is “continuing to investigate complaints” against the crypto investment company, it concedes it has only “found evidence of crypto-asset transactions. дальше »
2021-6-25 15:00 | |
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South African Brothers Escape With $3.6 Billion In Bitcoin
Two African brothers have disappeared, and so does the $3. 6 billion in bitcoin from their cryptocurrency investment platform. Biggest Scam In Bitcoin History? Africrypt is a cryptocurrency investment platform based in South Africa. дальше »
2021-6-24 21:17 | |
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69,000 Bitcoin worth $3.6 Billion Lost in South African Crypto Scam
It is suspected to be a money-laundering operation for international players. While South Africa’s FSCA is looking into Africrypt, they don't have jurisdiction as crypto assets are not legally considered financial products. дальше »
2021-6-24 18:51 | |
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Mastercard Blockchain-Supported Livestock Tracking System Launches in Zimbabwe
E-Livestock Global, a venture-funded social enterprise, recently launched a blockchain-based livestock traceability system for Zimbabwean cattle farmers. The Mastercard “Provenance solution”-powered system, claiming to be the first of its kind in Africa, aims to bring “end-to-end visibility to the cattle supply chain. дальше »
2021-6-24 12:00 | |
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Winners of the latest Solana Season Hackathon unveiled
The Solana Foundation, the overseers and principal supporter of the Solana blockchain platform, today announced the winners of the Solana Season hackathon, which attracted 350 project teams from East Asia, India, Eastern Europe, Africa, Vietnam, and Brazil to participate in building decentralized applications on Solana’s layer-1 blockchain. дальше »
2021-6-24 00:57 | |
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Another big Cardano (ADA) deal is in the works in Africa
The end of April saw Cardano developers Input-Output Global (IOG) announce significant partnership deals with the governments of Ethiopia and Tanzania. The post Another big Cardano (ADA) deal is in the works in Africa appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2021-6-22 22:00 | |
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ENGIE, Energy Web Access to Electrify Sub-Saharan Africa with DeFi
ENGIE Energy Access and Energy Web have inked a partnership deal aimed at electrifying Sub-Saharan Africa with green solar energy. The team plans to create what it calls decentralized finance (DeFi) crowdfunding platform that will enable investors to provide microloans that will support renewable energy deployment, according to a press release on June 17, 2021.Read More дальше »
2021-6-19 17:00 | |
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IOG’s Partner World Mobile Launched Public Token Sale On Cardano
Almost two months ago, Input-Output Global (IOG) and World Mobile revealed their partnership on Cardano Africa Special. Their objective is to “connect the unconnected” and provide them with an internet connection. дальше »
2021-6-18 22:48 | |
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Ethiopians Come Together to Get the Govt. of Africa’s Second-Most Populous Nation to Adopt Bitcoin
While central banks around the world are working on the digital version of their fiat currencies, El Salvador went ahead and declared Bitcoin legal tender. El Salvador has made the first move, and people in other countries now want their government to go the same route. дальше »
2021-6-17 19:22 | |
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South Africa to revise its stance on crypto amid surging retail interest
South Africa’s financial watchdogs are gearing up to introduce a crypto regulation framework in the country. A report unveiled this news on June 14, citing a position paper published by the South African Intergovernmental FinTech Working Group (IFWG) via the Crypto Assets Regulatory Working Group (CAR WG). дальше »
2021-6-15 18:48 | |
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South Africa to revise national policy position on cryptocurrency
Strong retail interest in crypto has driven South African regulators to rethink how they classify cryptocurrencies.
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Africa Leading Bitcoin P2P Trading Volume Growth in 2021
Africa tops the charts of P2P bitcoin trading volume, recording $17 million in May 2021. The growth is roughly 50% up year-over-year. The post Africa Leading Bitcoin P2P Trading Volume Growth in 2021 appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-6-14 11:07 | |
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South Africa’s Fintech Working Group Calls For Regulation of Crypto Exchanges
South Africa’s Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group released a new position paper on crypto-assets. In it, they call for the regulation of the country’s current cryptocurrency system. дальше »
2021-6-13 18:29 | |
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South Africa Working Group Releases New Position Paper Calling for Regulation of Crypto Asset Providers
South Africa’s Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group (IFWG) has a released new position paper that calls for the regulation of the country’s cryptocurrency ecosystem. In the document, the IFWG, which is a creation of the South Africa Reserve Bank (SARB), recommends “a staged approach to bring crypto-assets within the regulatory remit through the regulation of crypto […] дальше »
2021-6-13 08:30 | |
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South Africa’s Financial Watchdog to Regulate Crypto Assets in ‘A Phased and Structured Manner’
South Africa is ready to set crypto asset controls to curb the growing cases of fraud and scams and improve the management of cross-border flows. According to a statement by the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group (IFWG) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), the nation will start regulating cryptocurrencies with a “structured approach. дальше »
2021-6-13 17:16 | |
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Africa Blockchain Week 2021 to Showcase Continent’s Digital Transformation
Africa Blockchain Week (ABCW) 2021 takes place virtually from June 28 to July 1. The core event is the ABCW Virtual Summit which will broadcast high-level content during the days of June 28, 29, and 30. дальше »
2021-6-10 22:29 | |
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Uganda Museum Collaborates With Software Development Firm to Create NFTs for Display on Binance Marketplace
One of Africa’s oldest museums, the Uganda National Museum (UNM), is set to create digital representations of the unique artifacts that are on display at this facility. Working in concert with software development firm Murcom, Uganda’s biggest museum is expected to display and auction the digitally represented items on Binance’s non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace. Uganda […] дальше »
2021-6-9 15:00 | |
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Members of East Africa Community Explore Potential Use of CBDC for Alternative Regional Payment System
Six East African states are reportedly set to explore the possibility of using central bank digital currencies (CBDC) as an alternative to their shared payment system. The six countries, which are all members of the East Africa Community (EAC) trading bloc, are hoping this alternative will create a pathway that leads to the attainment of […] дальше »
2021-6-9 06:30 | |
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How Nigeria’s Twitter Ban Could Hinder Bitcoin’s Adoption Rate In Africa
The Government of Nigeria on June 5th announced a ban on the social media platform, Twitter, restricting it from operating in Nigeria through the office of the Minister for Information and Culture. This action reportedly comes after Twitter deleted tweets by the President threatening a repeat of the Nigeria-Biafra 1967 Civil War. The ban has […] дальше »
2021-6-7 18:07 | |
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South African Crypto Exchanges Confirm Receiving Request for Client Data From Tax Collection Body
Three leading cryptocurrency exchanges from South Africa recently confirmed receiving a request for client data from the country’s revenue collector. In a joint statement, the exchanges, (namely Altcointrader, Luno, and Valr) said this request, which targets a “selection of customers”, has been made “in terms of section 46 of the (South African) Tax Administration Act.” […] дальше »
2021-6-3 08:30 | |
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Inaugural Africa Blockchain Week Summit to start on June 28
The inaugural Africa Blockchain Week will launch from June 28 to July 1, 2021. NexChange Group, a blockchain ecosystem, and venture builder, and MARITA Group, an African conglomerate will form a partnership to co-host this Virtual Summit. дальше »
2021-6-2 21:57 | |
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‘In Africa the Utility of Cryptocurrencies Is Attractive’, Says Marius Reitz, Luno Africa GM
BeinCrypto spoke to Marius Reitz, the General Manager of Luno Africa. We discussed the growth of crypto in Africa, the hurdles, and what's in store for crypto across the continent. The post ‘In Africa the Utility of Cryptocurrencies Is Attractive’, Says Marius Reitz, Luno Africa GM appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-31 18:00 | |
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Will Nigeria Lead The Digital Currency Movement In Africa?
Nigeria’s apex regulatory bank, The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), earlier this week hinted at its plans to create a digital Naira. Godwin Emefiele, the nation’s CBN Governor, made this disclosure at a Monetary Policy meeting held in Abuja, the country’s capital. дальше »
2021-5-30 21:43 | |
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South Africa: Reserve Bank Announces Research to Study CBDC Feasibility
It seems like the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) now understands the importance of digital currencies alongside traditional fiat currency. Recently, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has announced the start of a feasibility study for a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC). дальше »
2021-5-28 13:00 | |
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South Africa Reserve Bank Commences Retail CBDC Feasibility Study
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) says it has commenced a feasibility study for a general-purpose retail central bank digital currency (CBDC). The study, which the SARB expects to conclude in 2022, will focus on the issuance of a domestic CBDC that can be used by consumers in South Africa for general retail purposes. Study […] дальше »
2021-5-27 08:30 | |
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South Africa Now Considering Both Retail and Wholesale CBDC
The SARB notes that the CBDC may serve as electronic digital tender, complementary to cash, for general purpose retail use. The post South Africa Now Considering Both Retail and Wholesale CBDC appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-26 16:30 | |
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This country takes the first steps toward CBDC
South Africa has taken its initial steps towards a central bank digital currency [CBDC]. South African Reserve Bank has begun to explore the feasibility of a fiat digital currency owing to the latest The post This country takes the first steps toward CBDC appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-26 23:30 | |
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A Look Inside Cardano’s Big Blockchain Plans for Africa
IOHK announced its major projects as part of the biggest blockchain deal in history. Emerging tech has been at the forefront of major solutions across the continent. The post A Look Inside Cardano’s Big Blockchain Plans for Africa appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »
2021-5-25 18:01 | |
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Comparing the True Costs of Gold Mining in Africa With Those of Bitcoin Mining
When billionaire Elon Musk announced that Tesla would no longer accept bitcoin as payment for its electric vehicles, the price of the crypto asset tanked. In justifying this decision, Musk cited bitcoin mining’s inefficient use of electricity as well as its impact on the environment. дальше »
2021-5-24 12:00 | |
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Cardano is on a mission to make a difference for 53 African Nations
Cardano is on a mission to make a difference in africa Cardano (ADA) price soared to $2. 46 from $0. 9 in less than a month. At the time of this writing, the token price stands at $1. 72, which is mainly because of the crash that happened two days ago. дальше »
2021-5-22 15:03 | |
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South African Crypto Holders Urged to Approach Tax Body Before It Descends on Them
A South Africa-based tax expert, David Lesperance, says with the country’s revenue collector now closing in on cryptocurrencies, holders must now take the initiative and approach South Africa Revenue Services (SARS) before it descends on them. дальше »
2021-5-19 10:30 | |
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