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The government of Sierra Leone has announced plans to go live with its blockchain-enabled national identity system by the end of 2019, making it the first African nation to do so. According to reports, the blockchain ID project named National Digital Identity Platform (NDIP), is headed by the United Nations
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South African-based cryptocurrency SAFCOIN partnered the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) to launch the first-ever Crypto Pink Friday, to raise awareness about breast and cervical cancer. According to an official publication, SAFCA and CANSA look to incorporate cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology for humanitarian causes in the fight against breast
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For the crypto beginner or bitcoin newbie, converting Bitcoin to Naira or its cash equivalent could be confusing. Buy and Sell prices differ across exchanges and simple calculations on how much naira you would receive also pop up. Have you been caught in this mix? Ok, we’ve got you;
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Hong Kong’s massive pro-democracy protest has set stage for the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC) in the city. According to Yahoo Finance, the politically motivated protests have continued for over 12 weeks, with local businesses now more open to accepting digital currencies over fiat; in a
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English premier league side – Manchester City has announced its partnership with South Korean blockchain football gaming platform – Superbloke. According to an official publication by Man City, the partnership will have Superbloke integrate the club’s players into its blockchain-powered soccer game – FC Superstars, which will offer fans a platform to
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Just as with most emerging technologies, there is a need for a corresponding work force. This need is accompanied by a huge demand for skills and expertise in such industry; and this is the scenario with blockchain technology. What is Blockchain Technology? Blockchain technology also referred to as Distributed ledger
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The bitcoin and cryptocurrency industry is an emerging industry, one with a lot of benefits and potential. And as with all things involving finance including those of fiat currencies, bad elements are known to capitalize on the lapses of unsuspecting individuals who lose funds to these schemes. In this article,
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Rwanda’s Central Bank – The National bank of Rwanda (NBR) has kick-started research on the development and issuance of its own official digital currency. As reported by BNN Bloomberg, the country’s apex bank is keen on offering digital currency as a means to improve transaction efficiency and foster economic
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The United Kingdom Pension and Welfare Agency has described blockchain and distributed ledger technology as potential tech for the payments industry. According to an official blog post, the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) through Deputy Director Richard Laycock says the DWP is seeking ways to revamp its payment system,
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Japanese Gift Card Company – Amaten has announced it will partner blockchain network provider Aelf to issue tokenized gift cards on the blockchain; enabling giftcards to be exchanged and managed using blockchain technology. Both companies look to curb fraud by enabling gift cards to be tracked from issuers to customers, to
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Global cryptocurrency exchange - Binance has its iOS App (V1.7.1) reinstated on the Apple App Store, after months of wait by any Binance users. The app which was previously taken down by Apple requesting a revalidation process is back and available to download for iPhone users. Sequel to
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* Anthony Pompliano (Twitter) American entrepreneur and investor, Pomp is a popular figure on ‘Crypto Twitter’. He boasts of a following of about 250k, and is known for his regular content and vocal support for cryptocurrency adoption. American entrepreneur and investor, Pomp is a popular figure on ‘Crypto Twitter’. He boasts