Africa
Afropolitan Co-Founder on Building the First Digital Country
Afropolitan is building the world’s first digital nation to create opportunities for the African diaspora, powered by crypto. Co-founder Chika Uwazie shares insights into her mission, discussing the benefits and hurdles for crypto adoption in Africa.
Piden al Banco de Estados de África Central desarrollar una moneda digital común, según informe
El banco regional criticó con dureza la decisión de la República Centroafricana de adoptar bitcoin como moneda de curso legal en abril.
Bitcoin Non-Profit ₿trust Launches Africa Open Source Cohort; Names First Developer
Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey-funded Bitcoin non-profit ₿trust has picked Vladimir Fomene as its first developer who will contribute to the Bitcoin Development Kit and the Swahili Wordlist. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the future of decentralized bitcoin development and crypto in Africa.
Bitcoin Nonprofit ₿trust Launches Africa Open Source Cohort; Names First Developer
Jay-Z and Jack Dorsey-funded Bitcoin non-profit picked Vladimir Fomene, who will contribute to the Bitcoin Development Kit and the Swahili Wordlist.
Cardano’s Hoskinson: Luna Collapse Shows Need to Go Slow in Crypto
“If you move too quickly … everybody loses their money,” says Hoskinson, who will speak at Consensus 2022 next month.
Former Binance Exec on Spurring Crypto Adoption in Emerging Markets
Two former executives of Binance have created a $100 million venture fund with a focus on metaverse and crypto adoption in emerging markets.
Central African Republic Teases Plans for Crypto Hub
The Central African Republic (CAR) has unveiled plans for Project Sango, a crypto hub that would include a “crypto island” and a digital wallet to attract global crpyto enthusiasts. In April, CAR became the first African nation to adopt bitcoin as legal tender.
Crypto Valley Venture Capital Launches African Blockchain Early-Stage Fund
The venture capital investor published a report that found funding for African blockchain startups far outpaced investment in other venture funding.
Mara CEO on Raising $23M to Spread Crypto Adoption Across Africa
Pan-African centralized crypto exchange Mara raised $23 million in a funding round led by Coinbase Ventures, Alameda Research and others to boost crypto adoption across Africa. CEO Chi Nnandi shares his insights into the raise, discussing the benefits and hurdles for crypto integration in Africa.
Nigeria’s SEC Affirms All Digital Assets Are Securities in New Rulebook
Rules look to clarify crypto’s role in the economy by providing a regulatory framework.
