Global – Ethereum has shattered financial records by becoming the fastest asset in history to reach a $500 billion market capitalization, achieving this milestone in just under 10 years since its network went live in 2015. The surge, driven by a combination of technological upgrades, institutional adoption, and groundbreaking use cases, solidifies Ethereum’s position as the…
Nairobi, Kenya – In a landmark move for Kenya’s cryptocurrency ecosystem, Bankless Bitcoin has announced plans to install Nairobi’s first Bitcoin ATM at the prestigious Two Rivers Mall, signaling a new era of mainstream digital asset accessibility. The machine—scheduled for activation on September 15, 2025—will allow users to buy and sell bitcoin with Kenyan shillings, bridging…
Nairobi, Kenya – Global payments giant Visa has unveiled its fourth cohort of the Africa Fintech Accelerator, selecting 12 startups from over 1,200 applicants across the continent for a intensive 12-week program that includes up to $2 million in funding and direct integration opportunities with Visa’s global network. This year’s program focuses squarely on real-world asset tokenization, cross-border payments,…
Blockchain infrastructure giant ChainUp has announced a comprehensive webinar series targeting African businesses, investors, and regulators on tokenization strategies—a move that comes as Africa’s tokenized asset market is projected to reach $50 billion by 2030. The “Tokenize Africa 2025” initiative, running from September to November, aims to equip participants with practical frameworks for converting real-world assets…
Nairobi, Kenya – Global crypto exchange Bitget has rolled out tokenized stock trading and real-world asset (RWA) investments for Kenyan users, marking one of Africa’s most significant expansions of blockchain-based traditional investment access. The move allows local traders to buy fractional shares of Apple, Tesla, and Amazon—along with tokenized gold, real estate, and government bonds—with as…
