Nigeria
In Nigeria, One Bitcoin Can Cost $68K: Here’s Why
“The Hash” panel discusses bitcoin cost discrepancies in the global crypto marketplace.
Nigeria's Crypto Ban Fuels Mistrust in Government
A central bank ban on crypto transactions is at odds with the government's goal to build a digital economy around blockchain technology.
Nigerians Undeterred by Cryptocurrency Crackdown
Bundle Africa CEO Yele Bademosi joins First Mover from Lagos, Nigeria to discuss the cryptocurrency ban now on hold, crypto adoption in the country, the source of that demand, and the push for greater visibility in the crypto space.
Why Crypto Crackdowns In India And Nigeria Are Resurging
India and Nigeria create new laws to restrict access to cryptocurrency exchanges. Nikhilesh De, regulatory reporter at CoinDesk, gives reasons for this resurgence, pointing to potential political pressures and concerns about illicit financing among other reasons.
Nigeria’s SEC Puts Plans to Regulate Crypto on Hold in Light of Central Bank Ban
The Nigerian cryptocurrency community has been turning to peer-to-peer exchange platforms to continue trading.
Nigeria's Senate Summons Central Bank Chief to Explain Crypto Ban
The Nigerian Senate wants Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele and chief securities regulator Lamido Yuguda to testify about cryptocurrencies.
Nigerian Crypto Users Fight Back Against Central Bank Decision
In response to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s decision to ban crypto accounts, Nigerian crypto users are fighting back. Luno CEO Marcus Swanepoel weighs in.
Why Crypto Crackdowns in India and Nigeria Are Resurgent
India and Nigeria create new laws to restrict access to cryptocurrency exchanges. Nikhilesh De, regulatory reporter at CoinDesk, gives reasons for this resurgence, pointing to potential political pressures and concerns about illicit financing among other reasons.
Bitcoin 'Can't Be Stopped': Nigerians Look to P2P Exchanges After Crypto Ban
Some Nigerians plan to continue using bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies despite a directive issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) last week ordering banks to close down accounts associated with cryptocurrencies.
