Africa

Bitcoin Is 'Not Actually Legal,' Says Zimbabwe Central Bank Chief

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has cast doubt on the legality of bitcoin in the country.

A representative of the Central Bank of Nigeria opened up about his views on cryptocurrency at a technology-specific conference this week.

By Pete RizzoSep 25, 2017

A paper from the Bank of Namibia makes familiar points about the risks of money laundering and the perils of a stateless currency.

By Marc HochsteinSep 14, 2017

A former central bank technologist takes a look at why central banks might consider issuing cryptocurrency – and the possible implications.

A new study by Investing.com would seem to support a popular investment case made by cryptocurrency believers.

By Ash BenningtonAug 25, 2017

A senior official for the South African Reserve Bank has spoken of the risks for the institution in launching its own cryptocurrency.

By Stan HigginsAug 23, 2017

The SEC has moved to suspend the trading of shares in a Texas-based company over suspicions about its planned initial coin offering.

By Pete RizzoAug 11, 2017

Kenya, a country with rickety infrastructure and a reliance on agriculture, could be poised to kickstart mainstream use of blockchain technology.

Mauritius is luring blockchain innovators with its friendly regulatory environment and connections to countries with large unbanked populations.

By Aaron StanleyMay 7, 2017

Who said bitcoin's volatility is bad? A new remittance service is showing how price differentials could power cheap money transfers.

By Sid KallaApr 22, 2017

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