Cryptocurrency News

Social media roundup: Davido the fairytaler, #JusticeForRuth, KWAM2, others
How was your week? Better still, how did your social media week unfold? Whether you were scrolling through Facebook, Threads, X, Instagram, or diving into WhatsApp group chats, it’s hard to i
Massive Buying! Cold Wallet Presale Records $6M In Weeks; Analysis on Pi & Uniswap For the 2025 Bull Run
The 2025 crypto market is entering a decisive phase where utility, legal readiness, and adoption speed are redefining winners. Pi Network (PI) market update data shows price pressure building
Algeria imposes total ban on cryptos, offenders risk 1 year jail term and $7,700 fine
Algeria has announced a sweeping ban on all crypto-related activities, with violators risking up to one year in jail and $7,700 fines. The newly amended law prohibits the buying, selling, tra
Trump slams India over energy deals with Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on India in the wake of the coming tariff deadline on Friday. Trump has also issued a penalty above the duties starting on August 1st, but
ADA Tests $0.75 Support as Cardano Builds: Treasury Upgrades, Enterprise Reporting, and Scaling Solutions
New ecosystem tools: Intersect’s treasury framework with multi-sig oversight, Reeve’s tamper-proof financial reporting, and Acropolis’ developer accessibility improvements. Technical view: AD
Strategy Expands Its Bitcoin Treasury Strategy with $2.5 Billion BTC Purchase
Strategy Inc., formerly known as MicroStrategy, has made another big move in the corporate crypto realm, acquiring 21,021 Bitcoin valued at about $2.5 billion. This acquisition increases the
Nigerian scientist, Temidayo Oniosun is sending “Egusi” seeds to space tomorrow
In what is set to be a significant milestone, Temidayo Oniosun, a Nigerian space scientist and entrepreneur, will send melon seeds (Egusi) to Outer Space tomorrow. The selected seeds are from
Chipper Cash, Western Union and Zoona introduce global money transfers to empower Zambians
Chipper Cash, Western Union and Zoona Transactions Zambia Limited have today announced the launch of international money transfer services within the Chipper Cash app. This co-branded service
$630M govt identity fraud
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Edo e-hailing drivers union, AUATON suspends secretary for working during strike
The Edo state chapter of the Amalgamated Union of App-based Transporters of Nigeria (AUATON) has suspended its secretary after it was discovered he was working during a strike called by the u
Nigerian students can now pay UK, US tuition directly with naira cards
Nigerian aspiring to study abroad have received a major boost. They can now pay tuition fees for UK and US institutions directly using Naira debit or credit cards. This development, facilitat
How fintech platforms are reinventing the Alajo/Esusu model in Nigeria
Communities have come to trust alajo – or ajo or esusu – for generations. It is a rotating thrift system held together by personal trust rather than banks. Market traders, artisans and market
“The machine now speaks our language”: How Nigerian AI Developers are building a more inclusive future
The availability of open-source datasets for many African indigenous languages by local developers (like NaijaVoices) marks a significant advancement in digital inclusion. This has afforded m
VitalSwap acquires money transmitter licence to simplify cross border payments for African professionals and businesses
Akinsola Jegede didn’t wake up one day hoping to build a fintech company. He just kept getting shut out. He was shut out when he tried to pay for tuition abroad and was told dollars were unav
Lagos 25-day blackout: residents in parts of Lekki, Ikotun, Ojota, Agege, Yaba groan
It’s day two of the 25-day blackout for most Lagos residents, scheduled to run daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until August 21, according to Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) and
DisCos rake in ₦191.57 billion in May as Abuja tops Eko and Ikeja – NERC report
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has released its latest factsheet for May 2025. According to the report, the total billed amount by Nigeria’s 11 electricity Distribution
How B2Press harnesses press releases to boost brand visibility in the AI age
As the digital space evolves at unimaginable speeds, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how people search for information online. As search habits shift, businesses are racing to adapt
Emmer’s Anti-CBDC Bill Seeks to Limit Fed’s Digital Currency Power
Representative Tom Emmer, a key advocate for financial privacy in the U.S., reaffirmed his commitment to halting the development of a CBDC unless it adheres to strict principles of openness,
Veteran Trader Predicts 95% of 11,000 Crypto Coins Will Become 'Near Worthless'
Veteran trader Peter Brandt issued stark warnings about the cryptocurrency market's future while unveiling ambitious price targets for both a payments-focused digital asset and precious metal
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Why Solana’s Price Boom Might Be Just the Beginning
According to a recent market assessment from MakroVision, SOL’s bullish framework remains firmly intact, even after an extended upward move over the past month. The firm highlighted that Sola