Payments alliance intros Stablecoins in EEMEA region
MasterCard led alliance is enabling merchants and acquirers in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa to settle transactions in Stablecoins.
Stablecoins to transform Africa’s informal economy
Jonathan Katende believes that stablecoins provide a solid, dollar-backed alternative to volatile local currencies, as well as an entry point into the digital economy.
Shiga harnesses global regulation to drive Africa's blockchain tech
Shiga Digital says Dubai International Financial Centre Innovation will enable it to redefine how pan-African businesses access- and interact with modern financial services.
Tether invests in Shiga to boost African financial ecosystem
Tether's blockchain-based financial infrastructure will make it possible for independent contractors to easily access foreign currencies and receive payment for their services around the world.
Africa cross-border payments set to hit $1 trillion by 2035
A new report by Oui Capital highlights how mobile wallets, crypto rails, and fintech APIs are transforming Africa’s cross-border payments, but warns that legacy systems and fragmented regulations still pose costly barriers to scale.
Yellow Card closes $33m series C funding round
The round, led by Blockchain Capital, brings Yellow Card to $85 million in completed equity financings.
Yellow Card partners with Fireblocks to speed up cross-border transactions in Africa
The companies aim to tackle the complex challenges faced by multinational corporate treasuries.