Zero-knowledge proofs represent a cryptographic technique where no information gets revealed during a transaction except for the interchange of some value known to both the prover and verifier, the two ends of the process. A zero-knowledge proof is a way of proving whether a particular statement is true without revealing it. Here, the ‘prover’ is the party trying to establish a claim, while the ‘verifier’ is responsible for validating the claim. In simpler terms, zero-knowledge proofs (ZKP) enable one party to prove to another party that they know something without sharing the information with another party to prove their knowledge.

Part of the problem surrounding cryptocurrency adoption in Africa, besides the lack of reliable and affordable internet, particularly beyond urban areas, is the...

Cryptocurrency miners get rewards with a portion of the currency every time they contribute new entries to the Bitcoin blockchain. This is known as the block reward. Bitcoin halvings remain an integral component of the protocol. They cut the block reward by half every 210,000 blocks. Due to the dynamic character of the Bitcoin blockchain, it is difficult to predict when future halvings will occur precisely.

The growth in the crypto markets has attracted players from other industries, including insurance. Cryptocurrency companies need insurance to shield against the risk of digital assets loss through theft, fraud or scams. Crypto insurance is particularly crucial for exchanges and other entities holding significant amounts of assets on behalf of their customers. This creates an opportunity for insurers so long as they can mitigate risks.

Blockchain technology can solve Africa’s financial needs—precisely the disruption needed to level the playing field. This parallel financial structure can serve a tangible social good, offering an onramp to Africa’s financial landscape for people who would otherwise be excluded. The local currencies’ depreciation in Africa has made them no longer a safe store of value. While remittances comprise a hefty portion of GDP, international sanctions complicate linkages to the global economy. Thus, blockchain and crypto can offer a lifeline for the survival of Africa’s financial landscape.

The growth and expansion of Web3 across most parts of the world have come with great job opportunities There are many jobs in...

The relationship between crypto and inflation is undeniable. Inflation can initially cause a decline in the value of cryptocurrencies as investors anticipate higher interest rates and a subsequent drop in demand for riskier assets. However, over time, the ensuing banking sector challenges and other negative consequences of high inflation could prompt investors to seek safer havens like crypto.

The price increase is due to the selling exhaustion of sellers FTX’s collapse, an improving macroeconomic outlook for risk assets, and the impending arrival...

The African Metaverse has the potential to foster cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. By bringing people from different parts of Africa together in a shared virtual space, the Metaverse can help to break down barriers and build bridges between different communities and cultures. Essentially, the African Metaverse is a new frontier for digital innovation, potentially transforming many aspects of society. The African Metaverse can shape the continent’s future by democratizing access to digital content and services, creating new economic opportunities, and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

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Africa is a strong contender for developing technologies such as blockchain and cryptocurrency owing to the continent's growing mobile tech adoption rates. Considering the turbulent global financial markets, expensive remittance costs, and restricted banking access, blockchain technology in Africa offers alternatives to tackle their day-to-day issues.

Blockchain forensics has been a security/ protection measure for traders against fraud and illegal transactions Asset tracking also goes in hand with cautioning...

According to Statista, the total transactional value of digital assets in Mozambique is expected to be $122.50 million by 2027 According to the...

Cryptocurrency is becoming popular across the globe each and every day Many people are venturing into cryptocurrency  in a bid to trade and...

Trading bots are automated programs that help traders execute trades on cryptocurrency exchanges Statistics indicate that only 5 per cent of total trades...

Meta (Facebook) has introduced content creators in Lagos to the various technologies paving the way to the Metaverse In South Africa, at least...