Nigerian crypto exchange Roqqu receives European virtual currency license
The move allows Roqqu to operate in 30 countries and broaden its services within one of the world's largest crypto markets.
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Nigeria revisits its payments landscape amid sluggish eNaira adoption
The Nigerian central bank has outlined key focus areas for its national payments system in a two-year roadmap leading up to 2025.
Nigerian innovator launches first active Bitcoin Lightning node in the country
A new Bitcoin lightning node in Nigeria could inspire individuals to take “control of their financial future” and break free from ‘rotten' financial systems node runner Megasley told Cointelegraph.
Nigeria to create the stablecoins and ICOs legal framework
The necessity to create a legal framework for stablecoins is marked in the latest Central Bank of Nigeria strategy paper.
Still bullish: 40% of survey respondents plan to buy crypto in 2023
Despite a challenging year for the crypto industry, nearly 40% of respondents indicated a plan to purchase cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in 2023.
Nigeria Seeks to Legalize Bitcoin, Crypto Usage With New Bill
Nigeria is planning to push a law to legalize the usage of bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, backpedaling its stance on the industry. According to a local newspaper, Babangida Ibrahim, chairman of…
Nigeria Limits ATM Withdrawals to $225 Weekly in a Bid to Boost CBDC Adoption
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued a directive according to which locals can withdraw a maximum of $225 per week from ATMs. The institution raised hopes that it could…
Australian CBDC receives unexpected interest but could hurt banks: RBA
The pilot "eAUD" program is unique in that the Reserve Bank of Australia has not proposed use cases, and has received numerous suggestions from the industry.
Strike partners with Bitnob to facilitate cross-border payments into Africa
On stage at AfroBitcoin, Strike CEO Jack Mallers announced plans to improve remittance payments into Africa thanks to the Lightning Network on Bitcoin.
AAX clients storm exchange’s office in Lagos following operational halt
A group of angry users attacked crypto exchange employees after withdrawals were halted, according to local media.