Tag: Nigeria

In many countries, the uptake of cryptocurrency and the Blockchain has been fast and extremely popular. Around the world, the increase in crypto adoption between 2012 and 2021 was considerable, sending the price of Bitcoin up by 540,000% in this time period. However, the same has not been true in communist countries, such as Russia […]

What is a CBDC?  A CBDC is a form of digital currency issued and backed by a central bank. CBDCs are typically a country’s traditional money in digital form –  for example, China’s digital renminbi. CBDCs are distinct from cryptocurrencies, which rely on the application of cryptography to manage supply and security. A CBDC is […]

Crypto and blockchain – a new start for Africa? A look at 3 African Bitcoin investment hubs With rapid development across the continent, Africa might just become the next Bitcoin investment hub. Crypto adoption across the continent swelled to 1200% in 2021. Several African governments are opening their doors to crypto and blockchain usage. Africa […]