Xend Finance users can now invest in tokenized U.S. assets via Risevest — but regulation limits access across Africa
The partnership will allow Xend Finance’s users earn yields from investments in US stock market options and RWAs through Risevest
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Zap announces major rebrand
The rebrand also coincides with a trademark dispute involving fintech giant Paystack, which recently launched a product under the same name, “Zap.”
Xend Finance is enabling cNGN-powered investments in the Nigerian money market
CEO Ugo Aronu says the feature will provide a platform to attract foreign direct investment into Nigeria
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.
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.
Mastercard to enable stablecoin card transactions with Moonpay partnership
Holders of Mastercard-issued cards will be able to conduct transactions directly with their stablecoin balances
Zap Africa is rebuilding crypto trust in Nigeria — while fighting to protect its name
The startup offers non-custodial swaps, is developing its own wallet, and believes user control is key to adoption.