BRICS to Promote National Currencies Before Issuing Common One
The BRICS bloc is now focused on expanding the use of the currencies of its members, according to the representative of one of them. The establishment of a single currency…
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BRICS Currencies to Have No Alternative, Former Russian President Medvedev Says
Fiat currencies of BRICS member states will have no alternative in the future, according to former President of Russia Dmitry Medvedev. Nations in the bloc need to think about their…
Crypto exchange Roqqu receives South African approval to expand operations
Nigerian crypto exchange Roqqu received the green light to operate in South Africa, providing on and off-ramps to South Africa's Rand currency.
African blockchain ventures outpace global funding growth: Report
Africa witnessed a 429% YoY increase in venture funding in 2022, with the majority of funding coming from Seychelles and South Africa.
Russia talks up prospects of BRICS countries developing new currency
A top Russian official has reportedly claimed that the countries of the BRICS alliance — Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa — are working on creating their own currency.
Nigeria CBDC adoption spikes as fiat currency shortage grip the nation
The acute cash shortage in Nigeria was due to the central bank’s decision to replace older bank notes with bigger denominations amid rising inflation.
Retail giant Pick n Pay to accept Bitcoin in 1,628 stores across South Africa
Grocery retailer Pick n Pay is expanding its Bitcoin coverage to all stores in the country following a three-month pilot testing phase.
South Africa Regulator Takes Action Against False Crypto Advertising Claims
On January 23, South Africa’s Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) introduced new cryptocurrency-focused rules into the nation’s advertising code to protect consumers from misleading advertising. The new guidelines aim to ensure…
Crypto regulation world: How laws for digital assets changed in 2022
While regulations were once seen as hurdles to crypto adoption, they are now perceived as the fastest way to attain global mainstream adoption.
How to build a Bitcoin Beach: Advice from the pros
Founders of Bitcoin Beach El Salavdor, Bitcoin Ekasi in South africa, Dakar Bitcoin Days in Senegal and Global Bitcoin Fest shed light on building Bitcoin communities around the world.