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Traditional banks and fintech: How Zone is bridging the gap – Yewande Adewunmi

by Terry Kunle October 9, 2024

The divide between traditional banks and fintechs in Nigeria is gradually closing up. From technology to regulation, a lot has happened over the years that have made both of them grow similar. However, there used to be a chasm between traditional banks…

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Regulator-backed decentralisation is coming to financial services in Nigeria and here’s how it’s happening

by Terry Kunle October 9, 2024

By Femi Adeyemo Financial services in Nigeria have evolved significantly over the years with the help of technology. From being able to only send money by walking into a banking hall, to the introduction of Automated Teller Machines (ATM), and instant bank…

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How to Trade the US Tech Index in Nigeria

by Terry Kunle October 9, 2024

The US Tech Index acts as one of the crucial indexes for the entire global financial market while depicting the performance of the leading technology firms across the United States of America. For Nigerian investors, for instance, trading this index provides a…

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Bitcoin Alora Review 2024: Scam Exposed By Experts! Must Read!

by Terry Kunle October 9, 2024

Bitcoin Alora is a novel trading platform designed to support profitable crypto trading. The platform integrates the latest technologies and associates with regulated brokers in the industry to offer accurate results and make the right trading choices. According to the founders, the…

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Nigeria freedom mirrored by media evolution

by Terry Kunle October 7, 2024

From the first historic raising of the Nigerian flag over the free, independent nation on 1 October 1960, television, newspapers, and radio witnessed a profound transformation, embracing the digital age with open arms. Mobile phones have emerged as the dominant medium for…

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SiBAN Leadership Crisis: A Setback for Cryptocurrency Advocacy in Nigeria?

by Terry Kunle September 16, 2024

The Stakeholders in Blockchain Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), a leading advocate for cryptocurrency recognition and regulation in Nigeria, is currently facing a significant leadership crisis. All executive members of the association have been expelled following allegations of misconduct and insubordination against the…

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Nigeria’s Crypto Future: Regulation or Roadblock?

by Terry Kunle June 5, 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has ignited a debate in Nigeria's burgeoning crypto space. Their recent recommendation for mandatory licensing of global cryptocurrency exchanges in Nigeria has drawn mixed reactions, with the CEO of NoOnes marketplace, Ray Youssef, expressing concerns about stifling…

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Africa’s Mobile Money Boom: Can Crypto Payments Catch Up?

by Terry Kunle June 5, 2024

Africa's mobile money market is a powerhouse, with a staggering transaction value exceeding $767 billion in 2022 . This surge highlights the continent's growing embrace of digital financial solutions. However, there's another digital asset vying for attention: cryptocurrency. While crypto adoption is…

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PayPal Doubles Down on Stablecoins with Solana Integration

by Terry Kunle June 4, 2024

According to a study by Statista, the global transaction value of the digital payments market is projected to surpass $8.6 trillion by 2024, highlighting the ever-growing importance of efficient and accessible payment solutions. The future of digital payment is bright, Solana and…

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Blockchain and Web3 events in Africa

by Terry Kunle April 29, 2024

Africa is rapidly emerging as a hub for blockchain and web3 innovation, with a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurs, developers, and investors driving growth and adoption across the continent. From cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi) to non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the metaverse, the…