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Tertiary institution Signs MOU with Cryptography Development Initiative in Nigeria
As the rest of Africa makes an effort to secure a position of relevance in the blockchain space, Nigeria based Nile university has gone into partnership with Cryptography Development Initiative in Nigeria
Central Bank of Nigeria Bans Cryptocurrency Transactions, Says Crypto Breeds Illegal Activities
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has once again doubled down on its efforts to ban cryptocurrency transactions stating they are a breeding ground for illegal activities.
Why is Nigeria Africa’s Biggest Crypto Hotspot Even Though it Doesn't Even Have a Bitcoin ATM?
Nigeria is the biggest crypto market in Africa, but based on official records it does not have a functional Bitcoin ATM. WeeTracker reported on Jan 27 that this trend is noted in Nigeria despite it backing the first stablecoin project in the continent using its currency the Naira.
Nigeria Expects to Generate a Revenue Stream of $6 Billion Through Blockchain Technology by 2030
Nigeria says that blockchain in the country could generate a revenue of between $6 and $10 billion in 10 years.
Google Web Searches for Bitcoin Hit a Historic Low with Nigeria Still Leading
The Global web search data from Google Trends indicate that there has been a decline in recent times as it has recorded an all-time low since October 2018. Even in the midst of the activities going on in the global scene we see that some African countries have been leading with Nigeria recorded as the country with the highest level of Bitcoin searches, followed by South Africa and Ghana respectively.
MetaMask Enables Direct Bank Transfers for Crypto Purchases in Nigeria
MetaMask, a major crypto wallet, has partnered with MoonPay to enable direct bank transfers for crypto purchases in Nigeria, allowing users to access crypto faster and cheaper without using credit or debit cards. Nigeria is a major market for MetaMask, despite current issues with crypto on-ramps in the country.
Binance Executives Face Tax Evasion Charges in Nigeria Amid Naira Manipulation Allegations
Binance executives Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla face tax evasion and currency manipulation charges in Nigeria, with proceedings adjourned to April 19.
Nigeria's SEC Paves Way for Secure Cryptocurrency Market
Nigeria's SEC is enhancing Africa's largest crypto market with innovative regulations and blockchain intelligence, aiming for a secure and trusted ecosystem.
Nigeria Explores Stablecoin Amidst eNaira Challenges
Nigeria's central bank forms a task force to explore stablecoin adoption, questioning the future of eNaira as stablecoins gain traction in the country.
Nigeria's Foreign Investment and Crypto Adoption Dilemma
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Nigeria fell by 33% in 2021 due to a shortage of dollars, which has also discouraged foreign crypto investment. Despite the exponential growth of crypto adoption in Nigeria, with active adult traders and high usage rates, the country has a problem attracting foreign investors.
Binance Ends Services for Nigerian Naira
Binance announces the discontinuation of all services tied to the Nigerian Naira (NGN) as it navigates the evolving regulatory landscape.
Nigeria Takes the Highest Bitcoin Optimism Levels at 60%, Survey Reads
Since knowledge feeds optimism and participation, Nigeria emerged as the top nation with the highest rates of optimism about Bitcoin’s future at 60%, according to a study by Jack Dorsey-owned Block, Inc.