Blockchain

A Bitcoin logo protected by a digital security shield with a quantum computer and cryptographic network in the background, symbolizing efforts to defend Bitcoin against quantum threats.

Bitcoin developers propose plan to counter quantum threats

For years, developers have warned that advances in quantum computing could eventually threaten the cryptography that protects Bitcoin. Although that threat is not yet a reality, a new proposal suggests...
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A conference stage featuring blockchain-themed visuals, African landmarks, and attendees networking beneath a banner for Blockchain Africa Conference 2026.

Blockchain Africa Conference 2026 returns this October

Blockchain Africa Conference, one of the continent’s longest-running events dedicated to blockchain and digital assets, will return this October for its 12th edition. The annual gathering will bring together policymakers,...
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The Maruwa Holdings and JPYC logos displayed alongside digital payment icons and Japanese yen symbols, illustrating the company's adoption of the JPYC stablecoin for business payments.

Maruwa Holdings adopts JPYC stablecoin for business payments

Stablecoins are steadily moving beyond crypto trading into everyday business operations, and Japan is adding another real-world use case. AZ-COM Maruwa Holdings, one of Japan’s largest logistics companies, plans to...
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President Bola Tinubu with cryptocurrency symbols, the Nigerian flag, and regulatory documents, representing the signing of an executive order to coordinate crypto regulation.

Tinubu signs executive order to coordinate crypto regulation

For years, Nigeria’s crypto industry has operated without clear rules. That is gradually changing as the government introduces new measures to regulate cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets. President Bola Ahmed...
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The Polygon logo displayed alongside office silhouettes and a downward workforce chart, symbolizing the company's second round of layoffs in 2026.

Polygon announces second round of 2026 layoffs

Blockchain developer Polygon Labs has announced its second round of layoffs in 2026 as the company pushes ahead with a major overhaul of its business, shifting its focus from blockchain...
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Luno cryptocurrency exchange branding with Nigeria SEC regulatory approval graphics, blockchain network visuals, and digital asset trading interface

SEC’s ₦2bn capital rule puts crypto startups under pressure

For years, Nigeria’s crypto industry asked for one thing: clear regulation. Founders wanted legal certainty, investors wanted stronger protections, and legitimate businesses wanted a framework that would allow them to...
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A graphic featuring the MoonPay and Glide logos alongside cryptocurrency icons and a digital transaction interface, symbolizing the acquisition and expansion of crypto deposit services.

MoonPay acquires crypto deposits startup Glide

Moving money between traditional bank accounts and cryptocurrency platforms is still one of the biggest hurdles preventing wider crypto adoption. While buying crypto has become easier over the years, depositing...
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A cybersecurity-themed illustration showing the Ostium logo, a broken oracle data feed, and a falling cryptocurrency chart representing the $18 million loss after the exploit.

Ostium loses $18M after Oracle exploit halts trading

Decentralised trading platform Ostium has paused all trading after an attacker exploited its oracle infrastructure and drained about $18 million from the protocol’s liquidity vault on Arbitrum. The incident was...
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A smartphone displaying the Revolut app alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum symbols with the UAE skyline in the background, representing the company's plans to launch crypto services in the Emirates.

Revolut moves closer to launching crypto services in the UAE

Revolut has taken another step toward expanding its cryptocurrency business after receiving in-principle approval to offer virtual asset services in the United Arab Emirates. The approval was granted by Dubai’s...
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A BlackRock logo displayed alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum symbols with a downward market chart, illustrating the decline in crypto assets despite strong investor inflows.

BlackRock’s crypto assets fall 39% as market downturn offsets $15 billion in net inflows

BlackRock's digital asset funds saw $15 billion in net inflows over the past year, but falling crypto prices drove the value of holdings down 39%.
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