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Cybersecurity

Crypto Scams on the Rise in SA: Here’s How to Protect Yourself

Luis Monzon -
The world seems to have gone ‘crypto-mad’. Digital currencies like bitcoin, Monero, Ethereum, and even Dogecoin, are all over the internet. Their soaring value promises big wins for investors (if you’re “buying the dip”, that is). And the ‘fortunes’...
Southern Africa

ICYMI: NFT of Nelson Mandela’s Arrest Warrant Sells for $130K at Auction

Luis Monzon -
On Saturday, a non-fungible token (NFT) made from apartheid struggle icon and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Nelson Mandela's original arrest warrant - which sent the statesmen away to prison for 27 years - has been sold in a South...
FinTech

South Africa Set For a Boost in NFT Adoption in the Near Future

Luis Monzon -
South Africans are less likely to own NFTs compared to their global counterparts, according to Finder.com’s Global NFT Adoption report. Finder.com’s survey of more than 28,000 internet users reveals that 8.3% of South Africans own NFTs, which is just below...
Cybersecurity

Cryptocurrency and Cybercrime: 3 Insights You Need to Know

Luis Monzon -
Criminals have kept pace with changing technologies by no longer wanting their crimes to generate hard cash – bitcoin has become the currency of choice. That’s particularly true for cybercrime, where ransomware is booming as criminals infiltrate organisations’ IT systems...
General

Top 4 Most Trending Stories – Week in Review

Luis Monzon -
As this week comes to a close we take a look at the stories that resonated most with our readers. An enormous underwater mudslide cripples the internet. The South African government seeks to regulate Netflix and other digital streaming services,...
FinTech

Elon Musk Tweet causes Dogecoin Price to Soar

Jenna Delport -
Elon Musk is making headlines after causing the price of Dogecoin to surge to an all-time high. On Sunday, the tech entrepreneur tweeted "Who let the Doge out", resulting in a 53% rise over the last 24 hours. Dogecoin's record...
Features

South African Crypto Traders should Gear Up for Stricter Taxes

Jenna Delport -
Over the last five years, South Africa has emerged as one of the world’s most notable cryptocurrency adopters, and an estimated 13% of its internet users owning or using cryptocurrencies. With the South African Bitcoin/ZAR weekly trading volume...
Africa By Region

More Women In Africa are Turning To Cryptos, Research Shows

Jenna Delport -
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the global economy to a standstill and put millions of people under financial stress. Understandably, people from all walks of life started looking for alternative income streams. Not only are these side jobs providing...
FinTech

Bitcoin Surges to Highest Level since March Crash

Luis Monzon -
Cryptocurrencies surged on Thursday, with Bitcoin surpassing $7,500 for the first time since crashing in late February/early March. The world's largest cryptocurrency is currently trading at $7,587.07 as of 10:00 Friday 24 April. Bitcoin rose as much as 10% overnight,...
FinTech

South African crypto exchange launches automated withdrawals

Jenna Delport -
South African cryptocurrency exchange, Luno announced on Wednesday, 23 January 2019 that it has introduced faster and automated withdrawals to its South African customers at no additional charge. This means customers are no longer restricted to daily withdrawal schedules. “Luno...
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Safaricom Partners with Quickmart to Accelerate 4G & 5G Home Internet Access

Safaricom has partnered with Quickmart to offer its 4G and 5G for Home internet solutions, enhancing accessibility and convenience...
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