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JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M Series B funding
13.7.2024
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek
Tanzania Fintech Startup Nala Secures $40 Million via Series A Round
11.7.2024
Tanzanian fintech startup Nala recently secured $40 million in a Series A funding round led by San Francisco-based venture capital firm Acrew Capital. The funds will be used to bolster Nala’s business-to-business (B2B) payment platform and support its overall growth plans. New Funding...
Nigerian minister urges SEC to tackle crypto regulation challenges
10.7.2024
Nigeria's cryptocurrency regulations are currently in the process of being updated
The Fintech Talents Festival is changing
8.7.2024
The Fintech Talents Festival has a new name: The FTT Fintech Festival But change is relative, and context is everything. When the Festival launched, we wanted to make sure that talent sat at the heart of the content, communities, and experiences we created. And that has, indeed, always been...
Nigerian central bank alleges unauthorized transactions by Binance
6.7.2024
In a Nigerian court on Friday, July 5, Binance's illegal operations were highlighted, with Central Bank official testifying on lack of necessary licenses and regulatory approval
Ignite innovation at Africa Fintech Forum 2024: Join us in Nairobi for the premier finance & technology convergence!
3.7.2024
Nairobi is set to host the groundbreaking Africa Fintech Forum 2024 on September 24 and 25, where global fintech pioneers will converge to share transformative insights and strategies shaping the future of finance and technology. Prepare for an unparalleled experience at the Africa Fintech Forum...
Egyptian Fintech Startup Connect Money Secures $8 Million Seed Funding
28.6.2024
Connect Money, an Egyptian fintech startup, recently secured $8 million in seed funding. The company plans to launch new business verticals using this investment. Connect Money aims to become the go-to platform for businesses seeking seamless banking services. Successful Capital Raise Demonstrates...
Pyypl and Visa Partner to Boost Financial Inclusion in MEA With Prepaid Cards
27.6.2024
Pyypl, a fintech company operating in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has partnered with Visa to introduce virtual and physical prepaid Visa cards via its mobile app. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance financial inclusion across the region, providing underserved populations with greater...
Hong Kong targets DeFi, metaverse for fintech expansion
26.6.2024
Despite challenges in the current DeFi and metaverse landscape, the reports highlight potential growth and innovation in these emerging sectors
Ex-fintech CEO sentenced to 3.75 years over price manipulation scheme
25.6.2024
A federal judge in Florida recognized the HYDRO token as an investment contract qualifying as a security under SEC guidelines
Hong Kong shows off crypto, Web3 prowess in Toronto
25.6.2024
Canadian crypto and Web3 startups could benefit from “lower taxes” and regulations that cater to “pre-commercial specialist technology companies,” said a Toronto ETO official
Tencent Tests Use Cases for Trading Settlements Using Digital Yuan and Mbridge
25.6.2024
Tencent, the Chinese tech giant, was revealed to be participating in the tests that the Chinese institutions have completed using Mbridge, a CBDC-enabled cross-borders settlement platform. Tencent participated through its international settlements arm Tenpay, which piloted the use case of...
Fintech Giant Flutterwave Partners With Nigerian Anti-Graft Body to Launch Cybercrime Center
21.6.2024
Flutterwave, a Nigerian fintech startup, has partnered with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to establish a cybercrime research center. This strategic initiative aims to intensify the fight against internet crime, enhance the security of business transactions, and provide...
Australian Bank Halts Development of ETH-Based Stablecoin
20.6.2024
The National Australia Bank recently abandoned its stablecoin initiative, and the development team behind the project is now involved with the Ubiquity stablecoin. The Australian bank’s decision to shelve the stablecoin project shows that startups are better positioned to innovate or adapt than...
Crypto Friendly Evolve Bank Under Scrutiny: Cease and Desist Order Issued
15.6.2024
The Federal Reserve and Arkansas State Bank Department have mandated sweeping reforms at Evolve Bank & Trust following significant compliance breaches. The order highlights issues in anti-money laundering efforts and consumer protection, especially in its dealings with fintech companies...
UK’s crypto manifesto to lead in fintech, online assets & tokenization
14.6.2024
UK has come out with its Stand with Crypto manifesto, suggesting the island country to be projected as a top player in fintech, online assets, and tokenization for increasing investments, impacting productivity, as well as overall growth and the UK economy in general. This is taking place at...
Kenyan Central Bank to Issue Licenses to Fintech Firms
14.6.2024
The Central Bank of Kenya is amending the country’s payment systems law, which will allow it to issue operating licenses to fintech startups. Governor Kamau Thugge said he expects the bank to complete the process of amending the law soon. Central Bank Aims to Support Fintech Startups The Central...
Egyptian Fintech Startup Sahl Raises $6 Million in Series A Funding Round
13.6.2024
The Egyptian fintech startup Sahl has raised $6 million through a Series A funding round. The startup is set to use the capital raised to strengthen its local operations and fund its expansion into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Sahl’s Strategic Partnerships The Egyptian fintech startup Sahl...
North Korean cyberattacks on Brazilian fintech firms exposed
13.6.2024
Google Cloud’s report exposes North Korean cybercriminals targeting Brazil’s cryptocurrency and fintech sectors with sophisticated malware and phishing schemes
Nigerian Minister: Binance Fails to Pay Taxes on Over $20 Billion Turnover
11.6.2024
In 2023, Binance generated revenues exceeding $20 billion in Nigeria; however, the company has not paid taxes, a government minister disclosed. The Nigerian official also seemed to refute U.S. lawmakers’ claims that Tigran Gambaryan, an imprisoned Binance executive, is being held hostage by...