Category Archives: #fintech

African tech startups raised a record $4B+ in 2021, more than 2019 and 2020 combined, with more $100M+ rounds than ever before (Tage Kene-Okafor/TechCrunch)

Tage Kene-Okafor / TechCrunch:African tech startups raised a record $4B+ in 2021, more than 2019 and 2020 combined, with more $100M+ rounds than ever before  —  African VC reached new heights in 2021 at over $4 billion and there’s never been a better time to be bullish  —  Two years ago, the African tech ecosystem…AfricanContinueContinue reading “African tech startups raised a record $4B+ in 2021, more than 2019 and 2020 combined, with more $100M+ rounds than ever before (Tage Kene-Okafor/TechCrunch)”

Don’t Dodge Doge

Doge is the next “WAVE”….. Back in 2009, Bitcoin was first introduced to the world. For quite some time, the coin was stagnant. In 2010, Bitcoin manage to climb to a mere $0.08 per coin. Today’s Bitcoin prices are sharp contrast of the fraction of a dollar it use to be. Just like its dominatingContinueContinue reading “Don’t Dodge Doge”

Blockchain & EdTech: An Emerging Digital Ecosystem

Blockchain Powers Bitcoin and More! It’s hard to ignore Bitcoin; nowadays, it’s more than mere speculation. Corporations throughout the globe are starting to change their vantage point on cryptocurrency. In fact, many banks and other financial institutions are incorporating digital assets into their business culture. The technology that gives power to Bitcoin is Blockchain; it’sContinueContinue reading “Blockchain & EdTech: An Emerging Digital Ecosystem”

Coinbase adds Ripple to Roster!

Coinbase, a highly noted digital asset platform, will now offer XRP in addition to BTC, LTC, ETH and BCH. The platform plays host to over 20M+ users and operates in over 42 countries worldwide.  The XRP addition comes as no surprise to most veterans of the cryptoverse. Speculation of Coinbase offering Ripple on its platformContinueContinue reading “Coinbase adds Ripple to Roster!”

ETN Adopts New CryptoCellphone: M1!

ETN Mobile Phone is Here! Electroneum (ETN), the first mobile mined crypto-coin, adopted a blockchaine backed device that is currently on the market for roughly $80.00. The cellphone is only available in South Africa at this time. The goal of the phone is empower individuals in developing countries. By having access to mobile blockchain technology,ContinueContinue reading “ETN Adopts New CryptoCellphone: M1!”

JPMorgan Chase “hooks up” with Crypto on Valentines Day!

OMG! JPM is “Boo’d UP!” Well, love was definitely in the air on Feb 14, 2019, especially in the fintech world. JPMorgan, the North American financial titan, adopted its very own digital asset, JP Morgan Coin. This mega move is a sharp contrast to statements that were released by JPMorgan’s CEO, Jaime Dimon, last year.ContinueContinue reading “JPMorgan Chase “hooks up” with Crypto on Valentines Day!”

How Blockchain Technology is Shaping Elections

November’s midterm elections talk is sweeping the nation. Campaign ads are becoming more aggressive and dark. The anticipation of November 6, is causing a flood of emotions and the media is playing directly into the hype. With political stakes being at an all time high, the outcome of election day could drastically change the politicalContinueContinue reading “How Blockchain Technology is Shaping Elections”