Crypto

Nigeria drops all charges against Binance’s Gambaryan

Ekene Iheanacho, a lawyer for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, confirmed his release at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday morning.
Samuel Olomu
1:40
Sep 23, 2024

Africa Bitcoin Conference to empower developers

The developer day, scheduled for December 8th, aims to motivate developers, provide knowledge, and showcase the opportunities in the African Bitcoin ecosystem.
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Sep 20, 2024

Mybitstore, Ghanaian crypto platform, launches in Nigeria

The company says the expansion will include a user-centric design customised to Nigerian users' demands through the integration of local payment systems.
1:20
Aug 23, 2024

Binance increases accessibility across Africa

This expansion aims to bolster Binance’s presence on the continent, where cryptocurrencies have seen a lot of interest and adoption in recent years.
1:00
May 17, 2024

Zambesi Gold launches mineral-backed crypto token

The mining company is bringing together the traditional value store of gold with a more modern crypto approach.
3:10
May 9, 2024

Nigeria scoffs at Binance's bribery allegations

The Nigerian Ministry of Information and National Orientation dismissed bribery allegations as Binance's well-coordinated public relations operation to repair its tarnished reputation.
3:20
Apr 2, 2024

Binance exec’s wife calls his detention in Nigeria ‘’blackmail”

Yuki Gambaryan accused Nigeria of holding her husband liable for "the unsubstantiated actions of his employer" rather than engaging in negotiations with the company.
2:20
Mar 26, 2024

Nigeria launches a manhunt for fleeing Binance exec

Nigeria authorities say a thorough investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances that led to Nadeem Anjarwalla escape from lawful detention.
2:50
Mar 22, 2024

Families concerned about jailed Binance execs in Nigeria

The families say they don’t feel that enough is being done to get them out, or at least the embassies' are not communicating directly with them.
0:50
Feb 19, 2024

3.0 Verse, Palremit partner to launch virtual card in Nigeria

According to the companies, with the introduction of virtual cards, Nigerians can now transfer funds smoothly to over 150 countries.
1:20
Jun 12, 2023

Binance declared illegal in Nigeria, ordered to cease operations

In ordering the crypto exchange to stop operations, Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission warns local investors that investing in crypto-assets is risky and may result in total loss of their investment.
1:50
Apr 24, 2023

Zimbabwe to launch gold-backed digital currency

Zimbabwe, which has been battling run-away inflation, is hoping to stabilise the local unit with the digital currency.