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What crypto gambling games should beginners try first?

Crypto casinos offer a new way to gamble online, but the number of available games can feel overwhelming for someone just starting out. Beginners should start with simple games…

South Africans are quietly finding a new way to get U.S. stock & ETF exposure using USDT

Africans have long looked to the U.S. stock market for diversification, not because it’s a “trend,” but because that’s where many of the world’s most influential companies and…

South African crypto firm Ezeebit secures $2M seed funding to boost Stablecoin use across Africa

South African startup, Ezeebit, is making progress in the quickly changing world of digital finance. The cryptocurrency payment firm, which is regulated by the Financial Sector…

Bitcoin, the best-known digital currency, has risen by roughly 1 000% in five years and more than 6 000% over the last decade

Cryptocurrency exchange reserves of Bitcoin drop below 15%

The Bitcoin supply on cryptocurrency exchanges is at historically low levels, signaling a potential supply shock situation that can lead to changes in availability and price.…

Europe’s digital euro has got off to a late start in terms of geopolitical leverage in the digital era. Photo: File

Digital gold rush: How Stablecoins threaten monetary sovereignty globally

Stablecoins, especially dollar-pegged ones, are a looming danger. Europe’s digital euro is a good counter-move but the US leads this digital financial race

Cryptocurrency was first introduced to the global market in 2009, with its most well-known form being bitcoin

High court rules that cryptocurrency is not money

Case highlights the need for new legislation as judge finds cryptocurrency isn’t money or capital, meaning that exchange control regulations don’t apply to it

Charles Hoskinson wants to make ADA an AI crypto – what does it mean?

Crypto enthusiasts know there are few figures as influential as Charles Hoskinson, who is the co-founder of Ethereum and founder of Cardano. Hoskinson is one of the personalities…

Trading On MT5 with crypto: PrimeXBT brings regulated crypto trading to South Africa

Leading multi-asset broker PrimeXBT recently announced the expansion of its Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) licence in South Africa to include Crypto asset services.…

South Africans embrace Bybit as the go-to crypto exchange amid bitcoin and ethereum price shifts

Cryptocurrency is rapidly reshaping South Africa’s financial landscape, and at the center of this transformation is Bybit — now widely regarded as the top choice for crypto…

Why Solana is quietly becoming a favourite among crypto investors

There’s a certain kind of investor who doesn’t make much noise. They don’t tweet price targets or post memes. They sit, usually at a desk that has a dented corner and maybe one…

5 Hidden Crypto Trading Metrics Only the Pros Know About

For most crypto traders, basic metrics like volume and price trends seem like enough. But beyond these basics, there’s a world of advanced indicators that seasoned traders rely…

PrimeXBT Introduces MT5 Merging CFDs and Crypto Futures

PrimeXBT, a regulated multi-asset broker, has introduced MetaTrader 5 (MT5) to its already powerful suite of trading platforms. This integration makes PrimeXBT the only broker…

A guide to cryptocurrencies in South Africa: crypto exchanges and regulation explained

Crypto exchanges are like marketplaces for cryptocurrencies, allowing users to buy, sell, trade and store their crypto holdings

How to use Bitcoin in non-gambling crypto platforms

Users can enjoy the security, privacy, and decentralised nature of Bitcoin for a wide array of services

The arguments for and against crypto regulations

The points that usually recur concern whether crypto should be legitimate, stable, safe and centralised, as opposed to being global, volatile and anonymous

Australian Craig Wright identifies himself as bitcoin creator

The rise of cryptocurrency in South Africa: Bitcoin’s impact on the economy and daily life

As more regulations come into force, so will confidence in Bitcoin investment grow

South African crypto taxes: A beginner’s guide

SARS expects you to pay tax on earnings from crypto gambling, trading and mining

With over 30 000 outlets, including Dis-Chem and Pick n Pay accepting crypto, the tide is turning in favour of this new technology. This could be good for Africa

Crypto regulations: The arguments for and against

Regulating crypto would result in a safer crypto market, but it would give central authority figures power over a decentralised market

How crypto payments make luxury goods more accessible

They offer a secure, fast and decentralised method of processing transactions

Unravelling the crypto puzzle: navigating rules and regulations for trading in South Africa

Traders who familiarise themselves with the rules and ensure tax conformity may enter the crypto world with confidence