Tag: Blockchain

Nigeria’s Anti-Corruption Drive: Blockchain, AI, and Financial Transparency

Olanipekun Olukoyede, chairman of Nigeria's EFCC, promotes the rise of Nigeria's AI adoption to combat illicit financial flows (IFFs) in Africa. Africa loses $88.6...

IIT Madras Champions Metaverse Ethics with Innovative Policy Framework

As part of the MIPS initiative, IIT Madras is leading the way in developing metaverse policies and standards. The eXperiential Technology Innovation Centre...

Educating the Next Generation: Blockchain Curriculum in African Universities

African universities are recognizing the importance of blockchain education and are integrating standalone blockchain courses into their curricula. Universities such as Namibia University...

Worldcoin’s Vision: A Human-Centric Blockchain Revolution

World Chain, built on the OP Stack framework, leverages Ethereum's layer-2 solutions to offer faster transactions and lower fees. Its mission focuses on...

Collaborative Regulation: CBN and SEC’s Approach to Crypto Oversight in Nigeria

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified that the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulates cryptocurrencies. The CBN's commitment to collaborate...

South Africa’s Model: A Blueprint for Crypto Regulation in Africa

South Africa's approach to crypto regulation can be summed up through the popular saying: "Start where you are, use what you have, do...

NFTs and Intellectual Property: Pioneering Digital Rights Management

NFT technology has pioneered improved intellectual property management. Although NFTs can be traced back to concepts like Colored Coins and Rare Pepes, it...

ZiG: Zimbabwe abandons gold-backed digital currency, launches fiat

This physical fiat currency, consisting of notes and coins, will be backed by gold in the same manner as the digital token was. ...

Web3 and DeFi: Catalyzing Economic Growth in Africa

Decentralized finance, fintech, and cryptocurrency proved once and for all that Web3 in Africa will provide the continent with one of the fastest...

Instant Bitcoin Address Insights Now on Google Search

Users can easily access basic information about Bitcoin addresses through a simple search. This new functionality lets anyone enter a Bitcoin address into...

Ethereum Blockchain Counts Down to ‘Dencun’ Upgrade, Set to Reduce Fees

The Ethereum developer community is on the brink of implementing the Dencun upgrade. Dencun's implementation is not just a technical milestone; it's a...

Brookhouse School’s VR and Metaverse Educational Frontier

Brookhouse has embarked on a transformative journey, integrating virtual reality (VR) and metaverse-based models into its curriculum. The program addresses a critical...

BRICS Nations Collaborate on Groundbreaking Blockchain Payment System

BRICS nations are spearheading the creation of a groundbreaking payment system. The BRICS payment system, which leverages blockchain and digital currencies, embodies a...

Nexo Ventures into Dubai’s Crypto Landscape with VARA Preliminary Approval

Nexo has secured preliminary approval from Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). The firm remains committed to aligning its market strategies with...

From Proof-of-Concept to Possibilities: Citibank’s Digital Asset Frontier

Citibank announced the successful completion of a proof-of-concept on private fund tokenization. Following Citi's announcement, Avalanche's AVAX coin witnessed a notable surge, reflecting...

The Stablecoin Stability Myth: Debunking Misconceptions and Understanding the Mechanics

Fiat-collateralized stablecoins maintain stability by holding fiat currency reserves in a secure custodian or bank account. Stablecoins have undoubtedly reshaped the landscape of...