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1 week ago | 
takimag.com | Hannes Wessels |Theodore Dalrymple
After reading a report in the The Times this morning, I did something I never thought I would have to do: I immediately decided to send a stern warning to my two daughters in England reminding them that they find themselves in an authoritarian country, where freedom of expression is severely curtailed and law enforcement appears to be deployed to punish anyone who dissents from the prevailing political wisdom, in a fashion that bears chilling similarity to a police state.
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Jan 11, 2025 | 
takimag.com | Hannes Wessels |Theodore Dalrymple
Growing up as I did, in post–UDI Rhodesia, I was exposed early to the deceptive habits of wily British politicians. My adolescent naivete notwithstanding, I was puzzled and distressed by the fact that none of them seemed to have any interest in knowing the true situation on the ground, let alone allowing the facts to influence their judgment.
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Sep 5, 2024 | 
businessghana.com | Hannes Wessels
By Hannes Wessels, Binance Country Head for South Africa
The rise of digital assets in Africa marks a significant shift in the continent's financial landscape, offering both promising opportunities and inherent risks. As cryptocurrencies continue to gain traction across the continent, understanding their impact and potential, particularly through the lens of investment vehicles like Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) is becoming increasingly important for investors and regulators alike.
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Aug 26, 2024 | 
takimag.com | Hannes Wessels |Theodore Dalrymple
Watching events unfold in England, as a dangerously polarized country edges ever closer to conflict, brings me no joy despite the fact I consider myself a victim of British political perfidy. Nothing that is happening there now surprises me; in fact, the only surprise is that it has taken the native English so long to take to the streets in anger.
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Jul 31, 2024 | 
nation.africa | Hannes Wessels
By Hannes Wessels The cryptocurrency market has long been characterised by extreme volatility, as evidenced again recently by Bitcoin's significant price fluctuations. While this volatility has been a persistent feature since Bitcoin's inception, the recent massive price movements are a stark reminder of the volatility and risks associated with all unbacked cryptocurrencies. Stablecoins were first introduced in 2014 in response to this inherent instability in the crypto market.
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Jul 4, 2024 | 
dontworrybuy.com | Hannes Wessels
As we have a good time Africa Day, it’s crucial to have a good time the strides in financial empowerment throughout the continent! Cryptocurrency is reshaping Africa’s monetary panorama, bridging the hole between the banked and unbanked. In this version, we are going to present insights on how cryptocurrency has enabled people to entry monetary providers.
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Jul 3, 2024 | 
businessdailyafrica.com | Hannes Wessels
As we celebrate Africa Day, it’s imperative to celebrate the strides in economic empowerment across the continent! Cryptocurrency is reshaping Africa's financial landscape, bridging the gap between the banked and unbanked. In this edition, we will provide insights on how cryptocurrency has enabled individuals to access financial services. As we commemorate Africa Day, it's crucial to reflect on the strides made toward economic empowerment and financial inclusion across the continent.
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May 25, 2024 | 
nation.africa | Hannes Wessels
By Hannes Wessels As we commemorate Africa Day, it's crucial to reflect on the strides made toward economic empowerment and financial inclusion across the continent. Amidst the array of challenges, one notable phenomenon stands out: the rise of cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency adoption in Africa has sparked significant transformations. Across the continent, it is enabling individuals to access financial services previously out of reach for many.
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Mar 25, 2024 | 
itweb.africa | Hannes Wessels
Read time: 3 minutes In the 2024 budget review, the South African government outlines some ambitious proposals and pilot projects to drive the digitisation of payments, with particular reference to enabling digital payments for the benefit of SMEs and informal traders. A lot of work will be required to achieve many of these digitisation objectives, but the intention itself presents tremendous opportunities that the cryptocurrency industry is perfectly positioned to help realise.
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Mar 24, 2024 | 
businesslive.co.za | Hannes Wessels
The SA Financial Sector Conduct Authority’s (FSCA) recent move to encompass cryptocurrencies within its licensing legislation is timely and pivotal for the evolution of crypto as an investment asset class in this country. The decision is a significant milestone, not just for the crypto sector but for the economy as a whole and particularly the investor community.
