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Nigeria Turns to Blockchain After Binance Crackdown: What’s Changing?

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Sohrab Khawas

Nigeria’s crypto scene took a big hit last year.

A sudden government crackdown on unlicensed platforms sent shockwaves through the market, leaving investors scrambling. Then came the bombshell – two Binance executives were detained, with one of them, Tigran Gambaryan, jailed until U.S. intervention secured his release in October. Panic spread, trust eroded, and the numbers told the story: stablecoin usage in Nigeria plunged by 38%, with volumes shrinking to $23.6 billion, according to Chainalysis.

But now, something unexpected is happening. After months of strict enforcement, Nigeria appears to be shifting gears. The same regulators who cracked down on crypto are now warming up to blockchain technology.

A Change of Heart?

Despite last year’s turmoil, Nigeria is now changing its approach. Facing global pressure to adopt crypto-friendly regulations, the country is shifting toward blockchain technology. Emomotimi Agama, director general of Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has become a strong advocate for blockchain, seeing it as a tool to improve efficiency and modernize Nigeria’s financial system.

He believes it can help tackle financial exclusion and reduce inefficiencies in both public and private sectors.

Nigeria’s SEC Embraces Blockchain

Nigeria’s SEC is taking real steps toward blockchain integration. After meeting with representatives from the Algorand Foundation, the SEC decided to incorporate blockchain into its regulatory framework.

Agama emphasized, “We want to bring technology into our system for effectiveness, where everything we do will be traceable.” Simply put, this means making financial transactions more transparent and secure.

To help with this transition, Algorand has sent a team to assist Nigeria in setting up blockchain-based systems. Eric Wragge, global head of business development at the Algorand Foundation, said,

“It’s an honor to be here. Our goal is to help Nigeria understand and implement blockchain technology, making it accessible and beneficial for everyone.”

In the meanwhile, Algorand’s consensus model ensures that every transaction is verified and secured, protecting users from hacks and double-spending, which is crucial for the Nigerian market.

While all this looks exciting you must do your own research, especially in regions like Nigeria, investors are urged to stay informed and consider all factors before diving into new opportunities.

Sohrab Khawas

Sohrab is a passionate cryptocurrency news writer with over five years of experience covering the industry. He keeps a keen interest in blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize finance. Whether he's trading or writing, Sohrab always keeps his finger on the pulse of the crypto world, using his expertise to deliver informative and engaging articles that educate and inspire. When he's not analyzing the markets, Sohrab indulges in his hobbies of graphic design, minimal design or listening to his favorite hip-hop tunes.

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