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Nigeria to Create Virtual Free Zone With Crypto Exchange Binance
The Nigerian Export Processing Zones Authority (NEPZA) is in discussions with crypto exchange Binance over plans to create a virtual free zone focusing on blockchain and the digital economy, the agency said. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for the country’s crypto adoption and regulation.

Iran Passes Law to Use Crypto Payments for Imports: Report
Iran has passed legislation enabling the use of bitcoin and other cryptocurrency as payments for imports, according to reports from local news outlet Tasnim and the Bitcoin Magazine. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for sanctions and global crypto adoption.

Samsung Securities, Others Eye Launching Crypto Exchanges in 2023: Report
Seven large traditional brokerages in South Korea, including Samsung Securities, have started laying the groundwork to launch their own crypto exchanges in the first half of next year, according to Korean outlet NewsPim. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for South Korean crypto adoption and regulation.

UAE Cracks Down on Crypto Real Estate Money Laundering
The government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) stated on Monday that real estate agents will have to alert money laundering authorities of any property sales paid for in crypto. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for crypto adoption and regulation in the UAE.

RPT: Fidelity’s Crypto Unit Plans to Double Staff This Year Despite Crypto Winter
Fidelity Digital Assets plans to double its headcount this year to meet growing demand for crypto trading from institutional investors, according to the Wall Street Journal. “The Hash” team discusses Fidelity’s continued bets in crypto and what it could mean for the future of mainstream crypto adoption.

Former Binance Exec on Spurring Crypto Adoption in Emerging Markets
Two former executives of Binance have created a $100 million venture fund with a focus on metaverse and crypto adoption in emerging markets.

Crypto’s Prominent Role in World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting
Cryptocurrencies have taken a prominent role at the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. “The Hash” squad discusses the conversations surrounding blockchain technology at the annual event and how traditional industries see themselves in a crypto future.

NFL Defensive End Alex Barrett on Taking His Salary Fully in BTC
National Football League (NFL) player Alex Barrett of the San Francisco 49ers has partnered with Bitwage to receive 100% of his paycheck in bitcoin. Barrett joins “The Hash” to share insights into his crypto journey and where it fits into the growing crypto enthusiasm in the sports world despite the current market rout.

An Inside Look at Crypto in Africa
OP Crypto founder & general partner David Gan shares insights into crypto communities and adoption across Africa. Plus, investment opportunities and potential for crypto in Latin America and thoughts on the Terra meltdown.

Mara Raises $23M From Coinbase, Alameda to Spread Crypto Adoption Across Africa
Pan-African centralized crypto exchange Mara said Wednesday it raised $23 million in a funding round led by Coinbase Ventures, Alameda Research and more. “The Hash” squad discusses the latest in Africa’s burgeoning crypto scene.
