Nigerians are turning to dollar-pegged stablecoins like USDT and USDC to send money across borders due to lower fees, faster transactions, and better access compared to traditional banks and money-transfer operators. With Nigeria accounting for about 60% of stablecoin inflows to sub-Saharan Africa, this trend is supported by growing infrastructure, competitive peer-to-peer markets, and evolving regulation. Users must carefully manage risks such as scams, custody issues, and currency depegging while coordinating networks and counterparties to optimize costs. The Central Bank of Nigeria is increasingly recognizing stablecoins in its 2028 payments vision, signaling a move toward formal regulation and wider adoption for remittances and business payments.
The global automotive microcontrollers market is projected to grow from USD 15.49 billion in 2025 to USD 34.31 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.28%. Growth is fueled by increasing adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle electrif...
Sodexo has secured a major global contract to provide catering services across more than 130 Meta sites in over 30 countries. This large-scale partnership includes diverse locations such as headquarters, campuses, data centers, and conference centers...
Viasat and BMW Group have successfully demonstrated the first integrated automotive satellite voice call, allowing drivers to make calls directly through the car's infotainment system even in areas without cellular coverage. This advancement, utilizi...
Iran has warned it will retaliate fiercely if the US targets its infrastructure, following President Trump's threat to strike Iranian power plants and bridges next week if negotiations fail. The US recently conducted airstrikes against Iranian milita...
Solana (SOL) maintains its price in the mid-$70 range, supported by several key developments. These include Circle's recent issuance of $500 million in USDC on the Solana network, increasing liquidity and transactional demand. Additionally, instituti...
