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Luno to cut 20% of global workforce in major restructuring drive
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Luno to cut 20% of global workforce in major restructuring drive

Luno says automation and operational efficiencies have reduced the resources needed to run its business, leading to a global restructuring that will affect about 20% of employees.

Chinaturum IheomaJul 28, 20264 min read
Tinubu signs executive order to unify crypto regulation, establishes Virtual Asset Council
Web3 & Crypto

Tinubu signs executive order to unify crypto regulation, establishes Virtual Asset Council

With Nigerians conducting more than $59 billion in cryptocurrency transactions within a year, the Federal Government has introduced a unified regulatory framework designed to curb financial crimes while supporting responsible innovation in the digital asset industry.

Chinaturum IheomaJul 17, 2026
Flutterwave raises undisclosed sum from Circle Ventures to expand USDC payments 
FinTech

Flutterwave raises undisclosed sum from Circle Ventures to expand USDC payments 

Stablecoin transaction volume reached a record $1.79 trillion in June, highlighting the growing demand for faster cross-border payments. Flutterwave is betting that momentum will continue, securing an investment from Circle Ventures to expand USDC payments across Africa.

Chinaturum IheomaJul 7, 2026 · 4m
Seven crypto companies receive SEC approval-in-principle to operate in Nigeria
Web3 & Crypto

Seven crypto companies receive SEC approval-in-principle to operate in Nigeria

The SEC’s latest approvals mark another milestone in Nigeria’s evolving approach to cryptocurrency regulation as adoption expands beyond investing into payments and remittances.

Chinaturum IheomaJul 3, 2026 · 3m
Why fraud and payment barriers are limiting the real use of crypto in Nigeria
Web3 & Crypto

Why fraud and payment barriers are limiting the real use of crypto in Nigeria

From P2P scams to disappearing online vendors, Nigerians navigating the crypto ecosystem face enormous risks. Yet for many freelancers and entrepreneurs, digital assets remain the easiest way to move money across borders.

Chinaturum IheomaMay 19, 2026 · 7m