July 1, 2026

Illustration of Zimbabwe introducing its first cryptocurrency regulations to oversee digital assets and strengthen blockchain compliance.

Zimbabwe Requires Crypto Firms to Register as Virtual Asset Service Providers Under New Rules

July 1, 2026ByIn
Zimbabwe introduces VASP registration requirements for crypto firms, joining regional push for formal oversight of digital asset businesses across Africa.
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BitMEX branding with executive leadership silhouettes, cryptocurrency trading charts, and corporate restructuring visuals

BitMEX removes CEO, CFO and head of growth in executive shake-up

July 1, 2026ByIn
Crypto exchange BitMEX has removed three senior executives including CEO Stephan Lutz. Global general counsel Peter Wilkinson takes over as CEO.
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Circle and Nomura logos with digital stablecoin, Japanese yen, and blockchain-powered foreign exchange settlement visuals

Circle and Nomura to launch stablecoin-based FX settlement in Japan

July 1, 2026ByIn
Circle and Nomura plan to deploy USD Coin for cross-border FX settlements in Japan's $440 billion daily foreign exchange market starting next year.
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Paystack AI-powered checkout interface with merchant dashboard, digital payment flow, and artificial intelligence features for African businesses

Paystack Unveils AI-Powered Checkout Prototype for African Merchants

July 1, 2026ByIn
Nigerian fintech Paystack has launched an AI-powered checkout prototype aimed at reducing cart abandonment and improving payment conversion rates.
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