Category: Fin Tech
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Japan’s Big 3 Banks Embrace Stablecoins for Cross-Border Payments: A Boom for the Pan-African Community
Japan’s top three banks—MUFG, Mizuho, and SMBC—are embarking on a revolutionary path to modernize global financial transactions by incorporating stablecoins for cross-border payments. This initiative aims to streamline international remittances, reduce costs, and speed up transactions, which can greatly benefit regions like Africa, where cross-border payments and remittances play a critical economic role. The Role…
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Agile Energy X: Leveraging Solar Power for $2.5 Billion in Bitcoin Mining Annually
Japan-based company Agile Energy X is making waves in the cryptocurrency world with its ambitious plan to utilize solar power for Bitcoin mining. The company aims to generate up to $2.5 billion annually through this innovative approach, combining the renewable energy sector with blockchain technology. With the rise of environmental concerns surrounding Bitcoin mining, Agile…
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DeFi: MetaMask Card launched with Mastercard
Today we highlight the following: PROTOCOLS: MetaMask Card Brings Crypto Payments to the Real World MetaMask and Mastercard have teamed up to create the MetaMask Card — a debit card that connects directly to the owner’s MetaMask account. The wallet has most recently reported 30 million monthly active users. The card allows users to spend their…
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Data on 2.9 Billion People Leaked on Dark Web After One of the Largest Breaches in History
Criminals have posted on the dark web a database containing data on 2.9 billion people, offering to sell it for $3.5 million, according to a lawsuit filed in Florida. Very few data breaches have the dubious honor of being among the largest in history. According to a Bloomberg Law report, the information posted on the dark…
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Is Telegram actually a crypto company?: A Game-Changer for Digital Finance
In a surprising turn of events, Telegram, the messaging app renowned for its privacy features and secure communication, has quietly emerged as a significant player in the cryptocurrency space. While the platform has long been a favorite among tech-savvy users and privacy advocates, recent financial disclosures have unveiled a new facet of Telegram’s operations that…
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Styx Stealer Creator’s OPSEC Fail Leaks Client List and Profit Details
In what’s a case of an operational security (OPSEC) lapse, the operator behind a new information stealer called Styx Stealer leaked data from their own computer, including details related to the clients, profit information, nicknames, phone numbers, and email addresses. Styx Stealer, a derivative of the Phemedrone Stealer, is capable of stealing browser data, instant messenger…
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El Salvador has launched a Bitcoin certification program to train 80,000 government employees
El Salvador has launched a Bitcoin certification program to train 80,000 government employees in strategic management and public policy related to Bitcoin. The initiative, led by the National Bitcoin Office, aims to enhance the nation’s Bitcoin-driven economy and governance standards.
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“Where to invest in Africa”: Top 5 African countries most attractive for investment
The report, “Where to Invest in Africa,” compiled and published by South Africa’s second-largest bank, First National Bank (FNB). The ranking is based on the consideration of 20 indicators divided into four groups. These are current economic performance and potential, market accessibility and level of innovation, economic stability and investment climate, social conditions and human…
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Robinhood’s Q2 crypto revenue skyrocketed by 161% to $81 million, more than double its earnings from equities.
Robinhood’s Q2 crypto revenue skyrocketed by 161% to $81 million, more than double its earnings from equities. Despite a dip in user activity and a 27% drop in total trades, Robinhood’s crypto assets under custody rose by 57%. The firm is also set to acquire crypto exchange Bitstamp and expand its AI capabilities with the…
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Top 10: Sustainable Banks
Fintech and panafrican.email takes a look at the top 10 most sustainable banks globally, highlighting their sustainable banking practices and initiatives Banks have the potential to play a pivotal role in promoting sustainability through their lending, investment, and governance practices. By prioritising environmentally and socially responsible projects, banks can drive significant positive change in various…
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