What developers, startups, and users will gain with Base and Solana bridge
TechCabal - Oct 01, 2025
Base announced an open-source bridge connecting its layer-2 network to Solana on September 15. The bridge will allow direct token transfers between Base and Solana, reducing the risk of lost funds.
New US Stablecoin law faces first test as firms exploit “Rewards” loophole, says Nigeria’s SEC Chief
Bendada.com - Sep 24, 2025
Dr. Emomotimi Agama calls for coordinated regulatory responses to the dual nature of stablecoins. The U.S. enacted the GENIUS Act of 2025, the first comprehensive framework for payment stablecoins.
Stablecoins make up 43% of Sub-Saharan Africa’s crypto transactions in 2024
TechCabal - Aug 28, 2025
Corporate transactions involving stablecoins are projected to grow by 25% in 2024. Stablecoins accounted for 43% of total crypto transaction volume in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2024.
Inside Codex’s plan to build a stablecoin-only settlement layer for payments in Africa
TechCabal - Aug 27, 2025
Codex raised $15.8 million in a seed round led by Dragonfly Capital to build a blockchain focused solely on stablecoins. The startup aims to streamline cross-border payments in Africa, where traditional transactions are often slow and costly.
I used a crypto card for the first time; “spending crypto like cash” may no longer be an empty hype
TechCabal - Jul 15, 2025
A dispatch rider delivered a crypto debit card unexpectedly after a month of scheduling misfires. The Zerocard project is part of a mentorship program for Web3 builders in West Africa.