OpenSea’s choice to return to Solana is particularly intriguing. It’s particularly fascinating in light of the dynamic and often underappreciated NFT scene that’s developing across the African continent. Or are they actually liberating real creative and collectible freedom to people across the continent? Or is this just another Silicon Valley...
The question is, can a shiny new Digital City really fix Africa’s issues. Or is it another well-intentioned tech mirage?Blockchain and DeFi have a great deal of potential for Africa. Picture eliminating costly, corrupt intermediaries, allowing instant, direct access to global markets, and preventing fraud while enhancing financial inclusion for...
The NFT market is expected to grow unimaginably to $703 billion by 2034. That’s a staggering number. But before we start imagining Lamborghinis parked outside every cyber cafe in Lagos, let's inject a dose of reality, specifically an African reality. But is it really a golden ticket or rather a...
Just ask farmers, manufacturers, and everyone else impacted by Trump’s trade wars that rocked global economies to their cores. They can be the catalyst of an African financial revolution. It sounds crazy, right? Consider this: while Wall Street shrugs off tariff threats, the very foundations of African economies are being...
The hype is real. Ondo Finance’s $ONDO token listing on Binance, set to go live on April 11, 2025, is significant for reasons beyond being just another crypto listing. It’s a big deal indeed, as a potential inflection point, particularly when you think about its likely effect on Africa. Is...
Africa stands at a crossroads. As you surely know, Bitcoin’s unprecedented price surge is generating excitement everywhere. This rally is being driven by the prospects for relief from US-China tariffs on tech imports. Could this be the key to unlocking financial freedom and economic empowerment for a continent often sidelined...
Ethereum's been taking a beating lately. Down 45% this year, and not looking so great against Bitcoin or even Solana for that matter. Here in Africa, specifically from my vantage point in Accra, I'm asking: is this a crisis, or a chance? Does this portend doom, or does it represent...
Trump’s decision to oppose the IRS’s DeFi broker rule – now that’s a seismic surprise. It’s really got everyone all hot and bothered with visions of freedom and innovation and new world order for finance. Let’s take a step back, really far back, to Africa. What does this ruling actually...
So, Bitcoin's bouncing back, huh? And all that thanks to a little birdie from the Fed, suggesting they would step in if the going gets tough. Issued by Susan Collins, Boston Fed President, this essentially sent a golden parachute for the crypto world signal. Bitcoin surged. Altcoins followed suit. Everyone's...
The US bond market is shaking. Bitcoin is surging. Arthur Hayes is proclaiming "up only." Before we uncork the champagne in Africa, let's ask a critical question: is this a genuine opportunity for economic empowerment, or a gilded cage built on someone else's financial woes? Are we as likely to...
