Cryptocurrency

Ethereum set for bullish climb in 2023, experts predict

The price of Ethereum (ETH), the second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalisation, is predicted to climb in 2023, according to Finder’s latest Ethereum Price…

Crypto suffers $600m cybercrime blow in first half of 2023

A financial storm of cybercrime is sweeping across the crypto industry, resulting in losses surpassing $600 million in the first half of 2023 alone,…

Bitcoin skyrockets amid institutional frenzy

Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market are witnessing a significant upward push, fuelled by news of increasing institutional interest. This week, the market leader…

Luno optimistic amid crypto volatility

Bitcoin has experienced a remarkable surge, with a 180% increase compared to three years ago and an 88% rise since the start of 2023….

Crypto providers in SA now caught in the licensing net

In a significant move toward regulatory oversight, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has officially classified crypto assets as financial assets under the Financial…

More Africans seek financial safety in Gibraltar

Emerging market citizens, including those from Africa, are turning to crypto-friendly international private banks and cryptocurrencies to secure their money offshore, with Gibraltar emerging…

Crypto exchanges vs. banks: Why it matters

Xapo Private Bank chief executive Seamus Rocca has spoken about the current crisis in the global banking and crypto industry, stating that trusted crypto…

Use offshore crypto safeguards, urges Xapo CEO

Financial institutions on both sides of the crypto fence are having a tough time in the current global economic and political climate. But does…

Xapo enables lightning Bitcoin payments with Lightspark

Xapo Private Bank, the only fully licensed private bank that accepts Bitcoin and USDC deposits, has partnered with Lightspark to integrate with the Lightning…

Binance adds support for more African currencies

Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider, has announced the addition of support for five African currencies: the Liberian Dollar, Sierra…

Standard Bank brings Tapscotts to boost African blockchain

Internationally acclaimed Blockchain leaders, Don Tapscott and Alex Tapscott, have arrived in South Africa to provide insights and guidance to leaders and regulators on…

Xapo sees 43% surge in deposits amidst BUSD crackdown

Xapo Private Bank, a highly regulated institution that accepts Bitcoin and USDC deposits, has seen a significant uptick in deposits since the recent crackdown…

Upnup adds Bitcoin withdrawals and USDC micro-saving

Upnup, a passive micro-investing app, has announced two major updates to its platform: out-of-app Bitcoin withdrawals and the addition of USD Coin (USDC) to…

Xapo boom: Wealthy SAns turn to USD and Bitcoin

Amid a sharp increase in financial emigration, many affluent South Africans are now looking to move their money offshore to safeguard their wealth, especially…

Rise of wealthtech: Boomers lead fintech wave

The use of finance apps jumped by almost two-thirds in 2022 – with boomers the fastest growing demographic. This is according to new data…

Bitcoin to hit $29k in 2023 – new price predictions report

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) is set to rise in 2023 but will stay well below its all-time high, according to Finder’s latest BTC…

Binance to provide free Web3 training to rural SA women

Binance Charity, the philanthropic arm of Binance, will partner with Women in Tech to provide Web3 vocational training for 2 800 women in rural…

Crypto regulation in 2023: What you should know

With South Africa’s latest crypto regulation taking effect this year, many speculate how enhanced regulation will impact the crypto market locally and internationally. Silvina Moschini, co-founder…

Fresh controversy rocks jittery cryptocurrency market

As renewed controversy grips the global cryptocurrency market, the founder of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organisations believes the scrutiny will,…

Man behind the iPod launches new cryptocurrency wallet

Tony Fadell, a well-known Silicon Valley executive known as the father of the iPod, unveiled his latest project – a hardware wallet used to…

VALR goes live in Zambia with kwachas, USD Coin

Zambians can now buy or sell Bitcoin and USD Coin with kwachas following the launch of VALR in the country. This is in addition…

Could you fund your future holidays using Bitcoin savings?

Saving no longer has to exist within the confines of traditional banking mechanisms. Buying Bitcoin is also increasingly simple, meaning you don’t need large…

Luno deal: Bitcoin performance bonuses for rugby team

South Africa’s leading crypto app, Luno, has partnered with the Vodacom Bulls in a three-year sponsorship deal. In a first for rugby in this…

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