The first bitcoin transaction occurred on May 22, 2010, a date known to Bitcoin enthusiasts as “Bitcoin Pizza Day.” Laszlo Hanyecz, a Florida programmer and Bitcoin miner, paid 10,000 bitcoin…
ABUJA — In the wake of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria’s sweeping move to recapitalize the capital market, the nation’s intercommunity group has issued a formal statement about…
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Blockchain Experts Association of Nigeria (BEAN)—founded in 2016 as the Blockchain Nigeria User Group (BNUG), has formally reacted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Nigeria’s recent…
The X Space discussion titled “The Billion Naira Filter: Will Local Innovators Survive the New SEC Rules on VASPs?” was held 16 January 2026, courtesy of the Stanley Golomo-led Restoration…
In a move designed to transform the Nigerian capital market from a market of participants into a fortress of financial stability, Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially “raised…
When the world’s largest asset manager makes a bold move, markets pay attention. This week, BlackRock sent a strong signal to the crypto industry by purchasing over $100 million worth…
Nigeria recorded $92.1 billion in crypto transaction value between July 2024 and June 2025 according to Chainalysis, prompting the government to suddenly pivot into this fast-growing sector to boost the…
As we celebrate Christmas in 2025, bitcoin continues to serve as the primary barometer for the digital asset ecosystem. To understand where we are going, we must first examine the…
The “Wait-and-See” era for digital assets in Ghana is officially entering its final act. In a move that signals the definitive end of the regulatory vacuum in Ghana, the Bank…
Stablecoins are quietly moving from the edges of crypto into the heart of global finance. What once looked like a niche tool for traders is now being embraced by some…
Bitcoin has once again reminded investors that corrections are part of its journey, not the end of it. After reaching a historic peak near $125,000 in October, the price has…
