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France 24
Europe · 2 hrs ago
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The dark side of Nigeria's crypto craze: Hope, scam and money laundering
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Nigeria's cryptocurrency adoption has surged due to currency instability and inflation, driven by young people seeking financial opportunity through trading and remittances, but the sector is plagued by scams, fraudulent influencers, and money laundering risks.

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The dark side of Nigeria's crypto craze: Hope, scam and money laundering
Cryptocurrency has become part of everyday life for many Nigerians in the face of inflation and the collapse of the naira. People are turning to cryptocurrencies to save, trade, and send money outside traditional banks. For many young people, crypto also represents hope for quick financial success, fueled by a new generation of influencers, who showcase their success and sell advice to an audience hungry for social mobility. But behind the promise of opportunity lies a darker side marked by scam
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