Kwame Asante

Covers crypto and mobile money across Sub-Saharan Africa. Reports from Lagos, Nairobi, and Accra on how blockchain intersects with M-Pesa, agent banking networks, and the largest youth population on the planet. Former fintech correspondent for a Pan-African business publication.

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Jun 10, 2026

AI Giants Embrace Trump's $100,000 Visa Fee While Big Tech Retreats: What It Means for the Future

A $100,000 fee on H-1B visas has divided the tech industry, with AI leaders like Nvidia embracing it while Big Tech cuts back. What does this mean for the future of skilled immigration and the tech space?

Jun 10, 2026

Spiderchain Shutters: Bitcoin DeFi's Demand Dwindles

Spiderchain, a Bitcoin DeFi project, closes after four years due to low demand. This closure raises questions on Bitcoin-native DeFi's viability and future impact.