Ripple is a technology company specializing in blockchain and cryptocurrency solutions, focusing on enabling fast and cost-effective cross-border payments.
Binance suspends withdrawals after $6.3bn hack
Binance suspended deposits and withdrawals after a security breach affecting approximately $6.3 billion in assets. The breach is suspected to have occurred through a compromised laptop belonging to a DevOps engineer.
Flutterwave CEO on why African fintechs want to become banks
Flutterwave secured a national microfinance banking license through the acquisition of Mono. Paystack acquired Ladder Microfinance Bank, while Moniepoint secured a microfinance banking license in 2025.
Flutterwave’s Bank Acquisition Plan Signals a Bigger Ambition: Becoming Africa’s JPMorgan
Flutterwave is planning to acquire a bank in East Africa as part of its strategy to become a licensed financial institution. The CEO confirmed that the acquisition is aimed at gaining regulatory foothold and existing customer base.
Flutterwave Secures Strategic Investment From Circle Ventures
Flutterwave announced a strategic investment from Circle Ventures to embed USDC settlement into its payment systems. The investment aims to reduce delays and costs while enabling near-instant settlement for businesses.
The Miami startup building blockchain settlement rails for African governments
Sub-Saharan Africa received $56 billion in remittances in 2024, indicating a significant flow of money into the region. Global Settlement Network (GSX) is entering the African market to build blockchain-based financial infrastructure, with Uganda as its flagship project.
