Tag: south africa

August 31, 2022

South African Court Releases Former Monero Developer Riccardo Spagni From Custody. A South African district court recently ordered the release of Monroe’s former boss, Ricardo Espany. According to the report, the warrant was issued several days after his arrest by local law enforcement. Before his release, Spagna, aka Fluffy Pony, told the court that he […]

July 12, 2022

Bitcoin is not a currency? South Africa will control cryptocurrencies as financial assets South Africa’s central bank is poised to introduce regulations next year that will classify cryptocurrencies as financial assets to balance investment protection and innovation. Use of cryptocurrency in South Africa is on a healthy level, with about 13% of the population holding […]

June 14, 2022

South African radio host accused of bitcoin fraud threatens legal action After South African radio host Sebasa Mughal was accused of defrauding investors in his bitcoin investment scheme, he said he would file a lawsuit against those who reported him to the police. Mogul’s lawyer insisted that no evidence was found because he never committed […]