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<p>The post <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/nigeria-lifts-ban-on-crypto-firms-boosts-industry-growth-and-provides-regulatory-clarity/">Nigeria Opens Doors to Crypto: Ban on Firms Lifted, Regulations Embraced</a> appeared first on <a href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p> 
<p><a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-23/nigeria-allows-banks-to-open-accounts-for-cryptocurrency-firms?utm_campaign=socialflow-organic&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_content=crypto&amp;utm_medium=social">Nigeria</a>, a leading hub for cryptocurrency in Africa, is making waves in digital finance. Outpacing most African countries, with the exception of India, Nigeria has taken a significant step. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-23/nigeria-allows-banks-to-open-accounts-for-cryptocurrency-firms?utm_campaign=socialflow-organic&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_content=crypto&amp;utm_medium=social">removed its ban</a> on banks working with digital token companies. Banks are now urged to collaborate with these crypto businesses, moving away from the earlier restrictions set in February 2021. This change aims to establish clearer rules, offering greater legitimacy to the crypto world. </p> 
<p>The goal is to let more Nigerians benefit from digital currencies while also managing concerns about potential risks.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">Nigeria's CBN has removed restrictions on cryptocurrency transactions. The original 2021 order banned banks from crypto-related transactions.<br>The latest circular, however, gives clear guidelines supporting crypto, but with stringent customer KYC and anti-money laundering checks. <a href="https://t.co/4YW4RKEKGP">https://t.co/4YW4RKEKGP</a> <a href="https://t.co/XCRc7fjz9Y">pic.twitter.com/XCRc7fjz9Y</a></p>— Abubakar (@IAtalkspace) <a href="https://twitter.com/IAtalkspace/status/1738308055702409539?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 22, 2023</a>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-boost-for-the-crypto-sector"><strong>A Boost for the Crypto Sector</strong></h2> 
<p>The CBN’s recent decision is a major win for Nigeria’s growing <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/nigerian-securities-regulator-accuses-binance-of-illegal-activities/">crypto community</a>. They’ve been seeking clearer guidelines, and now there’s a clearer path forward. However, the CBN’s new directive, announced last Friday, also highlights some worries about cryptocurrencies. Specifically, they’re concerned about the possibilities of money laundering and funding terrorism through digital currencies.</p> 
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-cryptos-matter-in-nigeria"><strong>Why Cryptos Matter in Nigeria</strong></h2> 
<p>Cryptocurrencies bring several advantages to Nigerians. They allow for quick, safe transactions with lower fees and can help more people access financial services. Interestingly, Nigeria’s own currency has seen a significant drop of nearly 49% this year. This shift, due to policy changes by President Bola Tinubu, has made many Nigerians turn to crypto as a reliable investment. Yet, even with a 9% rise in crypto dealings in Nigeria, top digital assets like Bitcoin have seen their values drop.</p> 
<p><strong>Looking ahead </strong></p> 
<p>Nigeria’s updated stance on crypto is part of a larger trend across Africa. As more people in the continent embrace cryptocurrencies, regulators are in a challenging position. They need to encourage new ideas and technologies while also ensuring people are protected. </p> 
<p>With Nigeria leading the way, it sets the stage for how other African countries might approach crypto in the future.</p>

Nigeria Opens Doors to Crypto: Ban on Firms Lifted, Regulations Embraced

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