Nigeria’s crypto ecosystem is quietly entering a new phase where simplicity, speed, and consolidation are becoming the defining forces. The recent acquisition of Bread Africa by SirMapy and Co. decentralised autonomous organisation SMC DAO signals a deeper shift: crypto products are no longer just being built, they are being assembled into larger financial ecosystems. At
Nigeria’s crypto landscape is entering a new phase and Quidax may be one of the clearest signals yet. The Lagos based crypto platform has reduced staff across key teams including sales, design, and operations, in what insiders describe as more than just a performance based decision. Beneath the layoffs lies a deeper strategic pivot, one
A new generation of financial platforms is quietly trying to replace the global banking system with stablecoin-powered infrastructure, and investors are betting big on the idea. One of the latest examples is Kast, a global financial platform built on stablecoin rails, which has raised $80 million in Series A funding to accelerate its ambition of
The organisers of the OyoKopa Business and Career Conference (OKBCC) have confirmed that the second edition of their flagship event will hold from Wednesday, 19 June to Thursday, 20 June 2025, at the International Conference Centre, Ibadan. Positioned as one of Nigeria’s largest career and entrepreneurship gatherings for youth, OKBCC 2.0 is expected to attract
Web3 isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a vision of an internet owned by users, not corporations. Built on blockchain technology, Web3 brings transparency, decentralization, and new levels of control to users and creators alike. From decentralized finance (DeFi) to NFTs and DAOs, Web3 is reimagining how we interact online. It’s giving power back to
The foreign exchange (Forex) market has long been the heartbeat of global finance. But today, it’s undergoing a digital transformation. With real-time trading apps, AI-powered analytics, and increased market accessibility, Forex is no longer reserved for institutional giants — everyday traders are stepping in. As volatility increases and geopolitical events shake currency values, traders need