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Introduction: Six Macro-Trends Steering Today’s Crypto Exchanges The business model of a cryptocurrency exchange platform has evolved dramatically since the first Bitcoin–fiat on-ramp went live in 2010. Entering 2025, six powerful trends are rewriting feature lists, fee tables, and even the legal charters of the world’s most popular crypto exchanges: Self-Custody by Default – Wallet-connect bridges and hardware-wallet plugins let users trade without relinquishing private keys, forcing centralised desks to adopt hybrid custody or risk irrelevance. Cross-Chain Liquidity – Layer-zero protocols and canonical bridges make it possible to route an order across three or four networks in a single click,…

EasyBet is a renowned online gambling platform tailored specifically for South African punters. Having been established in 2016, the platform has steadily grown in popularity due to its user-friendly interface, extensive game library, and secure payment options. It offers an impressive range of gambling options, including sports betting, live casino games, virtual slots, and table games like blackjack and roulette. What sets EasyBet apart is its localisation for South African users, providing seamless transactions in ZAR and a variety of payment methods suited to local preferences, such as EFT, Ozow, and major bank cards. One of the main reasons for…

Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa plc, today announced the launch of its ‘Tech For Her’ Program, targeting young women across Zambia,  Uganda, and Kenya. The initiative, to be delivered in partnership with Tertiary DNS, is a five-week intensive online program that aims to equip participants with high-demand digital skills, including Linux Administration, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics, and prepare them to seek tech-related job opportunities worldwide.   The program aligns with the Foundation’s mission to empower Africa through Digital Inclusion. Participants will complete over 100 hours of intensive training through a flexible learning model that includes weekend classes…