africa
Why Web3’s Next Giants Are Being Born in Nairobi and Lagos
When it comes to crypto adoption in Africa, the story is no longer “if” but “when” – and that when is happening now in Nairobi and Lagos. These tech hubs are buzzing with startups and developers who feel the urgency: they see inflation, slow banks and pricey remittances every day, and they’re coding their way…
12.7% of All MetaMask Users Come from Nigeria, Report Reveals.
As crypto wallets evolve from simple digital keychains to the backbone of the Web3 user experience, the latest ‘State of Wallets 2025’ report by Dune Analytics provides an expansive look into the future of this critical infrastructure. Among the standout findings? Nigeria now accounts for 12.7% of all MetaMask users worldwide, cementing its status as…
U.S. Proposes 5% Tax on Immigrant Remittances (What It Means for Crypto Transfers to Africa)
A new U.S. bill, controversially dubbed “The One Big Beautiful Bill,” seeks to introduce a 5% tax on remittances sent abroad by non-citizens, including visa holders and green card holders. The proposed policy has sparked alarm across immigrant communities and among policymakers in regions like Africa, South Asia, and Latin America — areas heavily reliant…
Ethiopia Emerges as Africa’s First State-Backed Bitcoin Mining Powerhouse
Ethiopia has officially entered the global Bitcoin mining spotlight, becoming the first African nation to support large-scale, state-backed crypto mining operations. In a landmark move, the Ethiopian government signed agreements with 21 Bitcoin mining firms in 2024, including the global mining infrastructure provider UMINERS, signaling its ambition to lead Africa’s role in the future of…
MiniPay Launches as a Standalone iOS App to Expand Stablecoin Access Worldwide
MiniPay, the stablecoin wallet developed by web browser company Opera and powered by the Celo blockchain, is now officially available as a standalone iOS app. This move comes just months after the app debuted independently on Android, marking a significant step in MiniPay’s mission to drive global financial inclusion through stablecoin adoption. From Opera Mini…
Egypt’s Al Ahly FC Becomes First African Club to Join FIFA’s NFT Marketplace
Egyptian football giant Al Ahly Sporting Club has made history by becoming the first African football club to join FIFA Collect, the official digital collectibles platform of global football governing body FIFA. This move marks a significant milestone in the intersection of sports, blockchain technology, and fan engagement across the African continent. Al Ahly Enters…
Why AI + Crypto Tokens Are Leading 2025’s crypto Market (And What Africa Must Know)
The convergence of artificial intelligence and blockchain is one of 2025’s hottest themes. Fueled by breakthroughs like ChatGPT and major corporate deals, “AI crypto” has grabbed traders’ imaginations. In fact, recent analysis notes that projects tied to AI have seen phenomenal interest – “for many, this is reminiscent of Bitcoin and the early creation of…
Accelerex and ITEX Join Zone’s Regulated Blockchain Network to Process POS Payments On-Chain
Nigerian fintech giants Accelerex and ITEX have taken a major step towards blockchain adoption, integrating their systems with Zone’s regulated decentralized payment network. This move will allow both firms — among Nigeria’s leading payment terminal service providers (PTSPs) — to process point-of-sale (POS) transactions on-chain for merchants and customers across the country. Blockchain-Powered POS Transactions…
Stripe Launches Stablecoin Accounts in Over 100 Countries, Empowering Users in Africa and Beyond
Global payments giant Stripe has officially launched stablecoin-based accounts across 100+ countries, including several African nations such as Angola, Uganda, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, and Tanzania. The move marks a major milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to expand financial access using blockchain technology, offering millions of users a secure and seamless way to store and…
Kenya High Court Declares WorldCoin Operations Illegal, Orders Immediate Deletion of Biometric Data
In a landmark ruling, the High Court of Kenya has declared the data collection activities of the WorldCoin Foundation illegal, ordering the organization to permanently delete all biometric data—specifically iris and facial scans—collected from Kenyan citizens. Lady Justice Roselyne Aburili delivered the judgment, emphasizing that WorldCoin’s operations violated Kenyans’ constitutional right to privacy. The court…