Bitcoin has slid to a nine-month low near $81,000 after a 35% drop from its peak, triggering $1.68 billion in liquidations amid geopolitical and US policy uncertainty.
Coinbase’s Branded Stablecoin Push Could Transform African Businesses into Financial Gatekeepers
Coinbase is laying the groundwork for a major shift in how companies handle money. The crypto exchange is developing infrastructure that allows businesses to create and manage their own dollar-pegged digital tokens, effectively positioning brands as self-contained financial operators. The system is already undergoing backend testing with USDF, a stablecoin issued by Flipcash, a Zimbabwean […]
USDT Adoption in Nigeria Driven by Real Peer-to-Peer Payments, Not Speculation — YDPay Exec
YDPay COO Nathaniel Luz reveals that stablecoins like USDT are mostly used for peer-to-peer payments and cross-border transactions in Nigeria, powering freelancers, digital subscriptions, and everyday digital commerce.
CZ Rules Out Binance Comeback, Turns Attention to Education, Investments and Government Advisory
Changpeng Zhao says he will not return to Binance after his pardon, opting instead to focus on education, long-term investments, and advising governments on asset tokenisation.
![Gridless, a bitcoin mining company in East Africa, helping to bring new energy generation to rural communities, announced today that it secured a $2 million seed investment round. Venture capital investor Stillmark and Block, co-founded by Jack Dorsey, led the round, in addition to an angel round led by Factor[e]. The investment will support the company’s further expansion of bitcoin mines across African markets.](https://innovationwatch.africa/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Bitcoin.webp)
Bitcoin Loses $10,000, Erasing January Gains as Market Sentiment Collapses
Bitcoin plunges nearly 10% from its 2026 high to $87,790, wiping out January gains as macroeconomic fears, leverage liquidations, and market volatility push crypto sentiment into extreme fear.
Bitcoin Breaks Above $96,000 as Strong Spot Buying Lifts Odds of $100,000 Breakout
Bitcoin jumps past $96,000 in 2026 as spot-driven demand, ETF inflows, and short liquidations fuel optimism for a near-term move toward $100,000.
Truebit Token Plunges 99.9% After $26.6 Million Ethereum Exploit Wipes Out Liquidity
Truebit’s TRU token has crashed nearly 100% following a smart contract exploit that drained $26.6 million in Ethereum, triggering a liquidity collapse across decentralised markets.
Crypto Market Adds $250 Billion in Early 2026 as Bitcoin Leads Sentiment Reversal
The cryptocurrency market has started 2026 on a stronger footing, adding $250 billion in value as Bitcoin rallies toward $95,000, supported by whale accumulation, ETF inflows, and improving liquidity conditions.
Visa-Linked Crypto Cards Drive 525% Surge in Real-World Spending in 2025
Real-world crypto payments surged 525% in 2025 as Visa-backed DeFi cards processed over $91 million in merchant spending, led by stablecoin-powered transactions.
Binance Introduces Binance Junior: A Safe, Parent-Guided Crypto Savings App for Children and Teens
Binance has launched Binance Junior, a secure, parent-controlled crypto sub-account for users aged 6–17. The app focuses on financial literacy, safe savings, and early exposure to digital assets—without trading or speculation.