Gadgets

Gadgets

Afreximbank and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) ratify US$250...

- November 15, 2021

Gadgets

33 million cyberthreats target users and organisations in Kenya

- November 15, 2021

Gadgets

Double celebrations for Vivo Energy Kenya as they unveil a National...

- November 15, 2021

Gadgets

Kwara launches regional offices to reach thousands of SACCOs in Kenya

- November 15, 2021

Gadgets

HUAWEI IdeaHub Series Upgrade to Accelerate Smart Classroom and Smart Office...

- November 11, 2021

Gadgets

USIU-Africa kicks off an international search for a substantive Vice-Chancellor

- November 11, 2021

Gadgets

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa – Kenya accelerates PET collection and recycling agenda

- November 11, 2021

Gadgets

Backbase Partners with Microsoft to Re-Architect Banking Around the Customer

- November 11, 2021

Gadgets

Kudos KoT: Social media posts inspiring tax compliance says KRA

- November 11, 2021

Gadgets

Sanlam inks agreement with Letshego Kenya’s insurance agency

- November 11, 2021

1...252627...56 Page 26 of 56

MOST POPULAR

Head of Private and Personal Banking, Stanbic Bank Kenya, Abraham Ongenge (Left) and Senior Vice President and Country Manager for East Africa and Indian Ocean Islands, Mastercard, Shehryar Ali (Right) during the official launch of the Stanbic World and Stanbic World Elite Premium metallic cards in partnership with Mastercard.

STANBIC BANK AND MASTERCARD INTRODUCE ELITE CARDS WITH PREMIUM TRAVEL, LIFESTYLE...

October 29, 2024

Binance (https://www.Binance.com), the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, highlights the progress it continues to make in strengthening compliance and regulatory excellence, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in building a safer and more transparent crypto industry. Over the past years, Binance has invested significantly in enhancing its global compliance framework by expanding its teams, systems and controls that align with evolving regulatory expectations across its key markets. These ongoing efforts are designed to support responsible innovation while ensuring that user protection, financial integrity and market transparency remain at the core of the platform’s operations. Leading with Robust Compliance Measures Binance has implemented a multi-layered compliance program that includes advanced transaction monitoring, stringent Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, and continuous enhancements to its anti-money laundering (AML) systems. These efforts are designed to protect users, prevent illicit activities, and ensure adherence to evolving regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Building the Future of Crypto with Advanced, Measurable Compliance Over the past several years, Binance has built one of the most robust compliance programs in the digital-asset industry, combining world-class talent, advanced monitoring technology, and strong partnerships with regulators, law-enforcement agencies, and independent analytics providers. These programs include rigorous onboarding and KYC controls, sophisticated transaction monitoring systems, sanctions screening, behavioral analytics, and a dedicated global compliance team of more than 580 professionals, supported by more than 970 employees in compliance-related roles across customer-service, technology, and product teams. The results of these efforts are measurable: Binance’s direct exposure to illicit activity has dropped by 96% between January 2023 and June 2025, while its capacity to detect, report, and help disrupt financial crime continues to grow. Specifically, sanctions-related exposure reduced dramatically and is now marginal (from 0.284% in January 2024 to just 0.009% in July 2025, a 96.8% decrease). This progress reflects daily collaboration with authorities, independent research, and the lived experience of serving over 300 million users safely, demonstrating how modern crypto compliance works in practice and underscoring Binance’s ongoing commitment to transparency, regulatory excellence, and a safer financial ecosystem. Noah Perlman, Binance Chief Compliance Officer, "At Binance we’ve built a system that doesn't just react to threats, it anticipates them. A 96% reduction in illicit exposure is a testament to our infrastructure and the 1,500+ professionals working behind the scenes to protect our 300M users." Driving Industry-Wide Standards Binance’s leadership team emphasizes that compliance is a shared responsibility and that the company actively engages with regulators, policymakers, and industry partners to foster a collaborative environment. This engagement helps shape balanced regulations that support innovation while safeguarding users and the broader financial system. Transparency and User Protection Transparency remains a cornerstone of Binance’s compliance philosophy. The company regularly publishes updates on its compliance initiatives and welcomes dialogue with the community and regulators. By maintaining high standards, Binance ensures that users can trade with confidence on a platform that prioritizes security and integrity. National Cybercrime Units Collaborations Binance responds to tens of thousands of law-enforcement requests each year. In 2025 alone, Binance responded to more than 71,000 law enforcement requests and assisted in confiscating over $130 million in illicit funds. Binance supports agencies such as Europol (https://apo-opa.co/4coJAx9), INTERPOL (https://apo-opa.co/4b0FCIt), the DEA, the NCA, Homeland Security Investigations, and multiple national cybercrime units. These collaborations have resulted in the takedown of ransomware groups, darknet markets, human-trafficking networks, and financial-fraud rings. The value of our work has been repeatedly recognized by our global law-enforcement partners. Richard Teng, Binance co-CEO, "Our mission has always been to increase the freedom of money, but that freedom is only sustainable if it is built on a foundation of trust. By integrating compliance into our product DNA, we are proving that the world’s largest exchange can also be the most secure." Binance remains committed to building a secure, transparent, and trusted platform through ongoing investment in compliance, strong global partnerships, and independently validated results. Since its launch in 2017, Binance has focused on protecting users and supporting the responsible growth of digital finance, with measurable progress recognised by law-enforcement agencies and regulatory stakeholders worldwide.

Binance Reinforces Industry-Leading Compliance Commitment to Foster a Safer Crypto Ecosystem

April 8, 2026

Geopolitical tensions, adverse weather affect Kakuzi trading results

March 26, 2025

Blockchain fintech deepens impact with Tether partnership and acquisition of Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC) Innovation License Shiga Digital, a fast-growing fintech company focused on blockchain-based financial applications, is redefining how pan-African businesses access and interact with modern financial services while unlocking the transformative potential of blockchain finance to empower Africa's economic growth. Shiga Digital has recently been awarded the prestigious DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) Innovation License, marking a significant regulatory milestone that underscores the company's commitment to operating within a robust and well-respected regulatory framework. The additional license, overseen by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), provides Shiga Digital with enhanced credibility and regulatory certainty as it continues to expand its blockchain-based financial services across Africa. The DIFC Innovation License positions Shiga Digital within one of the world's leading financial centers, offering access to a sophisticated ecosystem of banks, asset managers, and financial service providers while operating under a clear regulatory framework specifically designed for virtual assets and blockchain technology. This achievement reinforces the company's dedication to compliance and building trust with stakeholders across the continent. Shiga Digital's platform was built specifically for African businesses seeking alternatives to legacy financial systems. By integrating blockchain-based tools, the company simplifies payments, enables faster cross-border trade, offers treasury management solutions, and provides transparent access to stable, secure digital finance. As a professional partner, Shiga Digital makes it easy for companies to start using blockchain technology, removing the traditional barriers that have made it difficult for businesses to leverage these powerful tools without an intermediary. The blockchain enables remarkable efficiency in critical business areas including payment processing, cross-border transactions, treasury operations, and financial reporting. However, in its current state, without an intermediary like Shiga Digital, it remains very difficult for most businesses to effectively leverage blockchain technology. This is precisely why Shiga Digital's solutions have become the go-to choice for forward-thinking African companies. Shiga Digital's capabilities were recently further boosted by a significant investment and formation of a strategic partnership with Tether, the largest company in the digital asset industry. This move signals growing international confidence in Africa's fintech potential and Shiga Digital's innovative approach to making blockchain finance accessible across the continent. The company is now uniquely positioned to help grow blockchain adoption among both customers and regulators alike, thanks to its deep understanding of African markets, regulatory compliance expertise, and commitment to building locally relevant solutions. By partnering with licensed financial transmitters in each of its markets, Shiga Digital ensures its services are fully compliant and aligned with applicable regulatory requirements, fostering trust and confidence among stakeholders. "Africa is on the cusp of a financial transformation, and at Tether, we believe in being more than just observers; we are active enablers," said Paolo Ardoino, Chief Executive Officer at Tether. "Our strategic alliance with Shiga Digital is rooted in a shared belief that access to stable, secure, and scalable financial tools should not be a privilege, but a right. This partnership represents a long-term commitment to equipping African businesses with the technology and infrastructure needed to thrive in an increasingly digital global economy. Together, we are unlocking new pathways for growth and innovation and helping to shape a more inclusive financial future for the continent." "At Shiga Digital, we're not just developing technology, we're building the infrastructure that will power Africa's financial future," added Abiola Shogbeni, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Shiga Digital. "Our mission is to level the financial playing field by equipping African businesses with blockchain tools that are intuitive, reliable, and locally relevant. We've experienced firsthand how seamless financial services can be in developed markets, and our goal is to make that a reality on the African continent as well. The opportunity before us is immense, blockchain finance has the power to empower Africa in unprecedented ways, and we're working tirelessly to enable this transformation for our customers." "What sets Shiga Digital apart is not just what we're building, but why and how we're building it – blockchain-based technology that makes digital finance accessible and relevant to African businesses," said Dami Etomi, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Shiga Digital. "Our partnership with Tether is more than financial backing; it's a strategic alliance rooted in a shared commitment to empowering the future of digital finance in Africa. The DIFC Innovation License further validates our approach and commitment to regulatory excellence. Together, we're co-creating solutions and scaling impact to ensure African businesses are not only included but thrive in the global digital economy." The company's end-to-end platform, available via https://Shiga.io, offers businesses a reliable alternative to traditional banking systems, enabling seamless cross-border trade, simplifying stablecoin payments, providing comprehensive treasury management capabilities, and offering access to secure digital asset investments. By combining global technical standards with local insights, Shiga Digital's unique perspective enables the fintech to deliver intuitive and effective tools specifically designed for businesses across the African continent which can be accessed via web application and will soon be available via mobile app for iOS and Android devices. Aligning with its vision of a world where financial freedom is not a privilege but a fundamental right, Shiga Digital's innovative solutions are empowering African businesses with cutting-edge digital financial tools that harness the full potential of blockchain technology to drive economic growth and prosperity across the continent.

Blockchain Fintech Shiga Digital Empowers African Businesses with Digital Finance Tools

August 26, 2025

HOT NEWS

News

Sanlam Kenya Commits Ksh21M To Improving Primary Schools’ Infrastructure

Lifestyle

Facebook Partners with Reuters to launch free online course for journalists

Gadgets

Safaricom Named in Fortune’s Change the World List

Main Story

HUNTERS CHOICE WHISKY LAUNCH OF A NEW PACK

Riding the Wave: South Africa’s Financial Digital Revolution

Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 to Unpack Africa’s Gas Market Potential

Energy-to-Transport Disparity Heralds Unprecedented Chance to Unlock Growth

Halliburton Boosts Local Content in Africa, Seeks Interest in Oil & Gas Ventures

Afreximbank and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) ratify US$250...

33 million cyberthreats target users and organisations in Kenya

Double celebrations for Vivo Energy Kenya as they unveil a National...

Kwara launches regional offices to reach thousands of SACCOs in Kenya

HUAWEI IdeaHub Series Upgrade to Accelerate Smart Classroom and Smart Office...

USIU-Africa kicks off an international search for a substantive Vice-Chancellor

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa – Kenya accelerates PET collection and recycling agenda

Backbase Partners with Microsoft to Re-Architect Banking Around the Customer

Kudos KoT: Social media posts inspiring tax compliance says KRA

Sanlam inks agreement with Letshego Kenya’s insurance agency

MOST POPULAR

STANBIC BANK AND MASTERCARD INTRODUCE ELITE CARDS WITH PREMIUM TRAVEL, LIFESTYLE...

Binance Reinforces Industry-Leading Compliance Commitment to Foster a Safer Crypto Ecosystem

Geopolitical tensions, adverse weather affect Kakuzi trading results

Blockchain Fintech Shiga Digital Empowers African Businesses with Digital Finance Tools

HOT NEWS

Sanlam Kenya Commits Ksh21M To Improving Primary Schools’ Infrastructure

Facebook Partners with Reuters to launch free online course for journalists

Safaricom Named in Fortune’s Change the World List

“Women make good leaders because they are versatile and adaptive to...

EDITOR PICKS

Radisson Hotels launch Long Stays

S&P Global Ratings Confirms ShafDB’s Sustainability Finance Framework Meets International Green...

Airtel Money deepens support for small businesses with Bizna Wallet

POPULAR POSTS

Third Africa Islamic Finance Forum Confirmed for Nigeria March 2018

EABL signs lease deal for office space in upcoming Garden City...

Facebook Introduces Messenger Rooms and More ways to connect

POPULAR CATEGORY