Cryptocurrency
20 Mar
Alessio Ippolito, the man behind Italy’s self-proclaimed premier crypto news outlet, Criptovaluta.it, likes to cast himself as a truth-teller in the wild west of cryptocurrency. From his base in the sleepy town of Frascati (RM), just outside Rome, he’s built a platform that’s garnered attention—12 million user accesses in 2021, if Google Analytics is to…
11 Mar
Nigerian authorities are warily moving to regulate Africa's largest crypto market in long-delayed efforts to create legal certainty in a field still fraught with fraud and volatility. For years, regulators and government officials have viewed cryptocurrencies and other digital assets with suspicion despite their popularity in the country. Nigeria ranked second globally after India in…
1 Mar
In response to recent rumours circulating about a security breach, Coinrency, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has denied any reports of a hack or compromise. The platform reassured users and the general public that Coinrency 2.0 remains fully secure and operational. In an official statement, the company emphasised that no user funds have been lost and…
27 Feb
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Thursday said that North Korea is behind the theft of about 1.5 billion dollars in digital assets from a cryptocurrency exchange, . The company said hackers stole about 1.5 billion dollars in digital assets from Dubai-based crypto exchange Bybit on Feb.19, marking the biggest cryptocurrency heist ever…
19 Feb
Cryptocurrency is often called the wild west of finance - fast, unpredictable, and full of opportunity. One day, Bitcoin is soaring; the next, it's dropping. But here’s the thing: these cycles aren’t random.
17 Feb
Argentine President Javier Milei is facing impeachment threats and legal action after his social media endorsement of a cryptocurrency led to massive investment losses by Argentina citizens. On Friday, Milei promoted the $LIBRA cryptocurrency on X, claiming it would help fund small businesses. His endorsement caused a sharp rise in the coin’s value, but after…
16 Feb
Argentina's President Javier Milei admitted making a mistake on Saturday after promoting a cryptocurrency whose value soared and then crashed, with his office announcing an "urgent investigation". According to news outlets, Milei posted a message on social media platform X Friday evening, praising a "private project" aimed at "stimulating the growth of the Argentine economy,…
4 Feb
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, a revolutionary approach is transforming how everyday investors interact with digital assets.
15 Jan
In June 2024, a Nigerian Afrobeat artist promoted a meme coin. A meme coin is a cryptocurrency that aims to create a fun image and attract investors.
14 Jan
In an unexpected twist that blends the worlds of music, cryptocurrency and internet culture, investigative journalists have uncovered that Bad Bunny, the globally renowned Puerto Rican reggaeton artist, is informally behind the rising meme coin $CONCHO (also known as Hispanic Pepe). The coin, which has taken the Solana blockchain by storm, is quickly gaining traction…
23 Dec
United States of America President-elect, Donald Trump, has iterated his commitment to economic recovery through cryptocurrency, unveiling two major appointments to his economic advisory team next month. In his X handle earlier today, Trump announced the appointment of a former college football player and cryptocurrency enthusiast, Bo Hines, as the Executive Director of the Presidential…
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A non-governmental organisation, Accountabilitylab Nigeria, organised a one-day sensitization workshop for Civil Society Organisations in Benue on Wednesday in Makurdi. The workshop aimed at creating awareness among the populace on their rights in cyberspace and educating them on the steps to take when such rights are infringed upon. Odeh Friday, Country Director of Accountabilitylab, explained…
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As Muslims across Nigeria celebrated Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, leaders from various states and the federal level extended greetings, emphasizing unity, love, and charity, while addressing ongoing national and local issues. The festivities coincided with significant events, including security operations, health updates, and political reflections. In Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji congratulated Muslims…
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