Regulation
Morocco publishes proposed rules to regulate cryptocurrency
The new rules establish a licensing regime for VASPs and bring them under the purview of BAM and AMMC
Nov 25, 2025
Morocco
24 storiesRegulation
Bank of Ghana warns against Yellow Pay, Yellow Card responds
BoG claims Yellow Pay is offering digital payment services, crypto trading, and stablecoin-based remittances without proper licensing.
Jun 16, 2025
Payment rails
Big on wallets, light on volume: Africa’s crypto paradox
Africa is seeing high crypto wallet adoption, but actual usage and value remain limited. Experts say economic realities, short-term utility and product gaps help explain the disconnect.
Jun 2, 2025
Stablecoin
Stripe goes global with stablecoins — but skips Africa’s big four
Previously, Stripe could only serve 46 countries. Now, the firm’s product is available in more than 100 countries excluding Africa’s big four.
May 28, 2025
Regulation
Moroccan authorities crack down on property purchases with crypto
The government believes individuals pay in crypto to avoid official channels.
Feb 27, 2025
Markets
Morocco remains in top 20 for global crypto adoption despite ban — Chainalysis
Egypt, previously ranked as the fastest growing crypto economy worldwide, dropped out of the top 30, according to Chainalysis’ Geography of Cryptocurrency report for the MENA region.
Sep 28, 2023
Policy
Binance provides crypto aid to Libya flood victims amidst controversies over possible PR motives
Critics have labeled the act by the global cryptocurrency company as a publicity stunt to launder its embattled image.
Sep 21, 2023
State of fiat
IMF and World Bank to proceed with annual meetings in Morocco in October
There are concerns about the earthquake affecting the meetings in Marrakech since it is expected to bring a crowd of 10,000-15,000 people to the city.
Sep 20, 2023
Policy
Binance airdrops $3 million in crypto to Morocco earthquake victims
Binance will airdrop $10 in BNB to active transacting users throughout Morocco, even if they reside outside the most affected areas.
Sep 14, 2023