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Blockchain.com Launches in Ghana After Nigeria Surge, Plans Wider Africa Push

The company is prioritizing mobile-money integration with active regulator engagement under a compliance-first approach.

Overview

  • Blockchain.com announced formal market entry into Ghana, opening trading services to local users on a secure, compliant platform.
  • In Nigeria, the firm reports more than 700% growth in brokerage transaction volume since last year's retail launch, with USDT, BTC and TRX the most traded assets.
  • Before the official launch, Ghana registered a 140% increase in active users and an 80% rise in transaction volumes on the platform, according to company data.
  • The company says it has established local compliance representation in Ghana and is collaborating with officials on regulatory frameworks.
  • Mobile-money integration is a stated priority as Blockchain.com builds local teams and signals plans to expand into additional African markets.