The venture capital division of Binance, Binance Labs, has formally changed its name to YZi Labs, signifying its independence and broadening its investment emphasis beyond blockchain and cryptocurrency to encompass biotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI). This development comes as Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder and former CEO of Binance continues to disassociate himself from day-to-day […]

After his wife, Melania Trump, unpredictably launched a rival memecoin, the value of Donald Trump’s TRUMP memecoin plummeted by 38 percent. Following uts launch on January 19 through a post on X by the former First Lady and shared by the incoming U.S. President, the MELANIA token amassed an incredible $6 billion market capitalisation in […]

In an unprecedented event in the cryptocurrency market, the newly launched $TRUMP meme coin has captured headlines with its meteoric rise. Within hours of its debut, $TRUMP surged by over 300 percent, propelling its market capitalisation to an astonishing $8 billion. This phenomenon highlights the volatile nature of meme coins and underscores the significant influence […]

On January 9, 2025, Mastercard made a noteworthy advancement in the cryptocurrency sector by launching its Crypto Credential solution in the United Arab Emirates and Kazakhstan. Mastercard enters Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) to simplify blockchain transactions and boost user trust. Read also: Alipay remittances now available via stc pay and Mastercard Simplifying […]

Kenya ranks 21st out of 155 countries in global cryptocurrency usage, with over 730,000 users, most of whom are under 40. This growing adoption has caught the attention of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which is urging the country to establish a transparent regulatory framework for digital assets. According to an IMF technical assistance report […]

Binance Labs has made an undisclosed investment in Thena, a decentralized exchange (DEX) and liquidity system built on the BNB Chain. This announcement was made by Binance Labs on Tuesday. The goal of Thena, which was introduced in January 2023 and uses the cutting-edge ve(3,3) tokenomics model, is to develop a comprehensive, decomposable liquidity layer […]

Mastercard, on December 20, announced its acquisition of Recorded Future for $2.65 billion. Recorded Future is a leading cybersecurity firm specialising in AI-driven threat intelligence. This strategic move is designed to enhance Mastercard’s security capabilities, aligning with the company’s commitment to improving safety and trust in the rapidly evolving digital payments landscape. Staffan Truvé and […]

The largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Binance, reported a sharp rise in customer fund deposits in 2024, hitting $21.6 billion. Citing information from DefiLlama, a company that offers analytics and data pertaining to decentralised finance, the digital currency platform disclosed the information in a statement on Thursday. Compared to the $15.9 billion total that […]

Yellow Card, a prominent crypto exchange in Africa, on Thursday announced its intent to secure regulatory approval from Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  This move follows the company’s recent acquisition of a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) licence in South Africa, showcasing its commitment to expanding its operations in Nigeria’s evolving crypto landscape. Read […]

Alex Mashinsky, the creator of the failed cryptocurrency lending platform Celsius Network, entered a plea of guilt to fraud charges in a federal court in New York on December 3, 2024. This was an essential event in the ongoing fallout from Celsius’s bankruptcy in July 2022, which left thousands of investors without money. Read also: […]

Bitmama, a crypto-fiat exchange that allows traders to buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, Celo and other digital assets, has paused its card services because of unresolved issues with its Mastercard provider, adding to a growing list of fintechs dealing with similar challenges. In an announcement to its users on Saturday, Bitmama explained that it was […]

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high on November 22, 2024, nearing the significant $100,000 mark in a remarkable rally fuelled by optimism over a potentially crypto-friendly regulatory landscape under the incoming Donald Trump administration. The cryptocurrency has more than doubled in value this year, surging approximately 45 percent since the sweeping Republican election victory on […]

Yellow Card, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has obtained a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) licence from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa. This milestone, which was made public earlier today, significantly improves Yellow Card’s capacity to provide secure and regulated cryptocurrency services. This achievement establishes Yellow Card as a compliant participant in […]

South Africa’s real estate market is transforming as it officially embraces cryptocurrency as a viable payment method for property purchases. This landmark development was announced on Monday and is set to revolutionise how transactions are conducted in the property sector. The announcement and its significance The integration of cryptocurrency into property transactions results from a […]

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, reached a new milestone, topping $89,000 on Monday. This surge follows Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential victory, which many in the industry believe could bring more favourable crypto policies. Analysts attribute the climb to optimism around Trump’s promises to make the U.S. “the crypto capital of the planet.” He has pledged […]

Cryptocurrency has become the toast of many Africans as a means of wealth creation. Spiritual leaders in the continent are not only throwing their weights behind the digital currencies, they are also urging their congregation to make a significant investment in them. Despite the cautionary guidance and stance taken by regulators like the Bank of […]

African cryptocurrency groups on Telegram have grown by a staggering 189 percent since early 2023, according to an analysis by Bitget on October 30. The research indicated that there was a shift in digital asset usage from the Western to emerging economies. Exploring the youth-driven crypto movement on Telegram  Crypto-focused Telegram groups in Africa now […]

Bamboo, a platform that allows Africans to invest in the global stock market, on Thursday, introduced the remittance app “Coins by Bamboo” to ease money transfers from other continents to Africa. Through the iOS and Android app, users may take advantage of fee-free transactions and favourable exchange rates. In addition, Bamboo has acquired a Money […]

The White House thanked the Nigerian government for releasing Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan on humanitarian grounds, according to a statement signed by the U.S. National Security Adviser, Jake Sullivan. “I am pleased that American citizen and former U.S. law enforcement official Tigran Gambaryan has been released on humanitarian grounds by the Nigerian government and he […]

Binance Holdings executive Tigran Gambaryan flew out of Nigeria on Thursday, having languished in the African nation’s custody for eight months over money-laundering allegations against the cryptocurrency platform. Mr Gambaryan’s departure was contained in a statement written by his wife on Thursday. What was supposed to be an official visit in March for Binance executives […]