In an era marked by the rapid evolution of financial technologies, Kenya has embarked on a pioneering journey to secure its digital financial landscape. The country’s...
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The Role of Kenya’s Technical Working Group in Digital Finance Security
In a significant stride towards bolstering its financial system’s integrity, Kenya has instituted a Technical Working Group (TWG) to undertake the National Virtual Assets (VAs) and...
Continue reading...Strengthening Kenya’s Digital Financial Ecosystem: Objectives of the VAs/VASPs ML/TF Risk Assessment
In the rapidly evolving world of digital finance, Virtual Assets (VAs) and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) have introduced new dynamics into the financial systems of...
Continue reading...Adapting to the Digital Frontier: The Evolution of Recommendation 15
In the digital age, the rapid development of Virtual Assets (VAs) and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) has posed unique challenges and opportunities in the realm...
Continue reading...Unpacking Recommendation 1: A Cornerstone of Global Financial Integrity
In the intricate web of international finance, safeguarding the system against the perils of money laundering (ML) and the financing of terrorism (TF) is paramount. At...
Continue reading...Kenya’s First National Risk Assessment on Virtual Assets and Providers
In an era where digital innovation transforms every facet of the financial landscape, Kenya embarked on a pioneering journey in 2023, charting unexplored territories with its...
Continue reading...Rules on Digital Assets Exchange (DAX) in Nigeria
The advent of digital assets has revolutionized the financial landscape, prompting regulatory bodies to establish guidelines ensuring their secure and transparent exchange. In Nigeria, the Securities...
Continue reading...Understanding the Regulatory Framework for Virtual Assets Service Providers in Nigeria
In response to the burgeoning digital asset market, the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has established a comprehensive regulatory framework for Virtual Assets Service Providers...
Continue reading...Navigating the Regulatory Framework for Digital Asset Custodians in Nigeria
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has laid down comprehensive rules for the registration and operation of Digital Asset Custodians (DACs) in Nigeria. As the...
Continue reading...Rules on Registration Requirements for Digital Assets Offering Platforms (DAOPs) in Nigeria
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria has established specific rules for the registration requirements of Digital Assets Offering Platforms (DAOPs). These rules are part...
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