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Binance Expands Mobile Money Across Africa — 6 More Countries Gain Access

Crypto exchange Binance has expanded its reach in West and Central Africa, integrating mobile money payments for cryptocurrency purchases in six countries. This move supports Binance’s goal to boost financial…

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Avalanche Powers Littio’s New USD Savings Accounts in Latin America

Littio, a Colombian neobank, has joined forces with Avalanche to offer interest-bearing USD accounts through Opentrade’s blockchain-based platform. The partnership aims to provide financial solutions to Latin Americans facing high…

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Experts Say P2E Games ‘Normalize’ Crypto in Emerging Markets

Play-to-earn blockchain games are driving crypto adoption in emerging markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Experts attribute this growth to their accessibility, economic opportunities, and community-building benefits.…

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Ugandan Fintech Firm Gets Funding From Dutch Impact Investor

Ugandan fintech firm Agent Banking Company (ABC) receives undisclosed investment from Dutch impact investor Goodwell Investments. The funding, part of Goodwell’s $167M African startup fund, will expand ABC’s customer base,…

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In-Depth Study Reveals Stablecoins as Pivotal Players in Global Finance

As digital economies evolve, stablecoins emerge not just as mere facilitators for crypto trading but as pivotal tools in global financial systems. A comprehensive report by Castle Island Ventures and…

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Mansa Partners With Nigerian Blockchain Platform Bitmama to Boost Cross-Border Payments

The Nigerian blockchain payment platform Bitmama has partnered with the decentralized finance platform Mansa to improve cross-border payment accessibility in Africa. This partnership aims to enhance consumer payment capabilities and…

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South African Fintech Firm Raises $7.5 Million to Expand Financial Inclusion

Omnisient, a South African fintech startup, secured a $7.5 million Series A investment from Arise to support its mission of enhancing financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. The investment will…

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RBI Governor Warns Against Rapid CBDC Launch, Advocates Gradual Approach

The governor of India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Shaktikanta Das, has highlighted the challenges of implementing cross-border digital currency interoperability and the necessity for robust governance.…

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Why 2024 Should Be Bitcoin’s Year to Step Away From Politics

As the U.S. election season heats up, Bitcoin finds itself once again in the political crossfire. From Washington, D.C., to international capitals, this digital currency has become a talking point,…

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