Oops! eCedi will not be built on blockchain, Bank of Ghana says
A representative of the bank said its CBDC will use an unnamed "unique technology."
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Algorand and Boston University want to increase access to machinery for African farmers
Algorand Foundation will provide funds for Boston University and an African agric-tech company to develop a blockchain-based application to connect farmers to tractor owners.
BlackRock enters the cryptocurrency market with its bitcoin private trust
The world's largest asset manager, in a backward flip, has changed its stance on cryptocurrency by offering its clients access to the growing digital assets market.
Overall cryptocurrency crime fell with the market, report finds
Blockchain analytics firm Chainalyis has published a study that provides insights into crypto crime activities.
Instagram expands NFT support to Africa
Creators across the continent will now be able to showcase their digital collectibles on the social media platform.
Nigeria's struggle to attract foreign investors explains blockchain moves by NGX
NGX is looking to use blockchain to lure younger investors as dwindling foreign participation carves a hole in the country's capital markets.
Coinbase partners with CryptoSavannah to build blockchain solutions for Uganda’s refugees
The Ugandan crypto company plans to build a blockchain-based identity system and crypto wallets to make it easier for refugees in the country to access financial services.