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Africa: Flutterwave Earns Prestigious Spot on CNBC’s 2024 Disruptor 50 List
Flutterwave, the leading fintech unicorn in Africa, has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a coveted position on CNBC’s esteemed 12th annual Disruptor ...
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Nigeria: Naira Strengthens as Nigeria Records 16th Consecutive FX Receipt
The Nigerian naira experienced an uptick in value following a series of recent downturns in the foreign currency market, attributed to a sustained ...
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South Africa Traders Fair 2024: Embrace Financial Wisdom
Johannesburg, South Africa — Anticipation is building as the South Africa Traders Fair, hosted by FINEXPO, returns to the vibrant city of Johannesburg. ...
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Nigeria: Federal Government Lists N4.21 Billion April Bonds on NGX
The Federal Government has successfully listed its April 2024 Savings Bonds, valued at N4.21 billion, on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). This information ...
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Global: Mastercard Unveils Next Generation of Blockchain Payments Startup Program
Mastercard, a leading fintech player, revealed on May 15 the addition of five new startups to its Start Path Blockchain and Digital Assets ...
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Nigeria Expands Fiber Optic Network and Establishes Tech Hub in San Francisco
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) of Nigeria has greenlit the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) aimed at accelerating the deployment of ...
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Global: ECB conducts first DLT trials for wholesale central bank money settlement
The Eurosystem has embarked on the first phase of a series of trials aimed at assessing the feasibility of using distributed ledger technology ...
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Global: Deutsche Bank Joins MAS-Led Initiative for Asset Tokenisation
Deutsche Bank has become the latest financial institution to participate in the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) Project Guardian, a multi-year initiative aimed ...
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Nigeria: NITDA Director General Emphasizes Importance of Safe Digital Space in Collaboration with TikTok
Kashifu Inuwa, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has emphasized the necessity of creating a safe and inclusive ...
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Nigeria: National Assembly Anticipates New Tax Regime by September
The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee has announced plans to submit its policy recommendations to the National Assembly by the end ...