Terry Kunle, Author at Cryptotimes Africa

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Zeepay continues to expand its footprint in Africa Secures $3 Million Equity Investment

by Terry Kunle April 15, 2024

Zeepay, a fintech startup based in Ghana, has recently secured a $3 million equity investment from Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund, a venture capital firm operating out of South Africa. This substantial investment aims to bolster Zeepay's position in the African remittances market…

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Cryptocurrency Crash Sends Ripple Through African Markets

by Terry Kunle April 15, 2024

Over the weekend, the cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn following reports of an Iranian drone and missile attack on Israel. Bitcoin, the leading digital currency, plummeted by approximately 8% as U.S. officials confirmed the ongoing attack. With digital assets being among…

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NOONES HELPING NIGERIA AFTER BINANCE EXIT

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

Some Nigerians were shocked when crypto exchange Binance announced they would discontinue all services in Nigeria by March 8. Despite facing scrutiny from regulators before the announcement, many people still asked how the biggest exchange in crypto could just disappear from the…

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NoOnes: Redefining Financial Inclusion, Entrepreneurship in Africa

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

NoOnes, a financial communication app, is on a mission to revolutionize financial inclusion and entrepreneurship across Africa. Through a fusion of cryptocurrency and a robust peer-to-peer marketplace, NoOnes delivers an integrated solution that tackles various economic hurdles and opens up new avenues…

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Bitcoin-Powered Payment App Strike Expands to Africa, Bringing Financial Innovation and Economic Freedom

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

Bitcoin-focused payments application Strike is extending its services to the African continent, with CEO Jack Mallers declaring, "Today, we are launching Strike Africa, expanding our full suite of Bitcoin services into Gabon, Ivory Coast, Malawi, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, and Zambia, with…

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South Africa ready to issue Licence to Crypto Exchange platforms

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

South Africa's financial regulator has begun issuing Crypto licenses , with exchange platform Luno and decentralized social investing marketplace Zignaly among the first batches of companies to receive approvals. Luno shared that it received approval as a financial service provider under the…

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LemFi Receives CBK Approval to Facilitate Remittances to Kenya, in partnership with Wapi Pay

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

LemFi has received Centyra Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) approval to start operating remittances to kenya. This is a significant step as it will allow seamless international payments for Kenyans in the diaspora. Kenyans in the US and Canada can now send money…

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Lisk and CV Labs Launch Lisk Incubation Hub to Empower African Web3 Startups

by Terry Kunle April 13, 2024

Get ready for an electrifying evening of blockchain innovation! On May 3rd, Radisson Blu in Lagos will be buzzing with excitement as Lisk and CV Labs officially launch the Lisk Incubation Hub. This hub is dedicated to empowering the next generation of…

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Gluwa Partners with Central Bank of Nigeria to Drive Adoption of eNaira

by Terry Kunle April 11, 2024

In March, Gluwa announced its partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This strategic collaboration aims to formalize Gluwa as a Partner Agent and bolster the adoption of Nigeria’s Central Bank Digital…

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Tapbit Launches Global Partner Program: Unlocking Opportunities for Web3 Enthusiasts & TOKEN2049 Dubai

by Terry Kunle April 11, 2024

Tapbit, a leading platform in the crypto industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Global Partner Program. This program is specifically designed to empower web3 enthusiasts and crypto investors worldwide, offering them unparalleled opportunities for wealth and success in the…