Author: Thurgood Mashiane
The cryptocurrency market is known for its wild volatility. Ever since the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, was created, Investors or traders who buy Bitcoin have witnessed and learned how volatile the crypto market can be. Unfortunately, some had to learn the hard way. However, the extreme volatility of cryptocurrency that makes it risky equally makes it very rewarding. Profit and loss are two sides of the same coin when it comes to cryptocurrency investing. Over the years, two trends can be observed in the crypto market – the upward market movement that occurs when there is a rise in crypto prices…
FinTech, which is an acronym for financial technologies has affected lives in many different ways. It might sound cliche but the 21st century is really the century of technological advancements and they have found so strong grounds in our lives that we do not imagine the day without them. Due to the convenience that they bring to our lives, they had a spillover effect on other industries as well but most notably on the financial sector. Not only did they have an influence on existing industries, but some of them were born because of the opportunities that the fintech revolution…
Africa is a breathtaking continent with plenty of natural resources, raw materials, precious metals, and rich soil. Agriculture, natural capital, and commerce are the key economic factors. It was the fastest-growing continent in 2013 and continues to be a centre of capital, creativity, and innovations. With continued growth and improvement, the African economy is expected to hit a GDP of $29 trillion by 2050, making it a significant player in the global economy. Much of the countries in this region, according to the World Bank, will achieve “middle income” status over the next decade, with a GDP per capita of…
There are a lot of innovations happening all over the world and one of them and most important is technological advancements. Other than the fact that it has brought a lot of efficiency and convenience to our lives, it has also caused some problems and flaws that were not the case before that. One of the most common is scamming, and it may happen in different industries, which means that people are deceived by some offers on the internet and make actions that cause them some financial problems or security troubles. Lately, it appears that South Africa was especially vulnerable…
Adapting to a robust security system is the first step any business owner in 2021 would like to work towards. As we begin relying more heavily on cloud systems for our day-to-day, including cloud storage and applications, it becomes paramount for us to take strong public cloud security measures. The process can begin with an in-depth analysis of the threats currently in the business, integrating a firewall system inside the business atmosphere, to enhance security. Automation of the security channels is another adequate necessity that businesses in 2021 have to start moving towards. After considering, we have to consider that…
The online gambling market is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. For this reason, the internet is packed with a wide range of online casinos. This element has made the online casino a very competitive market as each brand tries to stand out. Below are 5 of the best online casinos in 2021 Betway Betway is one of the most popular online casinos in the world. The casino has existed for more than a decade, during which it has had its fair share of highs and lows. The brand had a shacky beginning on the market but has…
The term ‘long-term investor’ has become a common line in the cryptocurrency niche. Many crypto traders claim to be long-term investors with absolute certainty. Yet, rarely does their actions nor philosophy correlate with their individual investment decisions. It seems misrepresentative that people claim they are investing for the long-term yet you find most doing minute to minute market analysis, anticipating the perfect time to buy bitcoin or any other asset with the aim of making quick returns. When you check most exchange and p2p platforms, the first thing you’d see is the intra-day chart. This begs the question, why is…
There are various reasons why your ISP tracks your online data. While the tracking isn’t typically as invasive as eavesdropping on your conversations, you might not be comfortable with the thought of them collecting data from your browsing activities. Every ISP tracks its user’s data, and each of them has its own set of privacy rules. The main reason ISPs collect data is for marketing purposes, however, some of the data they seek out could be considered a breach of confidentiality and trust. Read on to learn more about what your ISP knows about you, why they track your data,…
By the first quarter of 2020, South Africa was already trying to bring order to the nascent growing industry of cryptocurrency. The main aim was to ensure that users do not evade currency controls in this sphere. In the past, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) had promoted rules that would put a restriction on the South African Rand, and how much of it can be sent across the world through companies and individuals. It was inevitable, thus, that by 2020 there would be a long series of consultations about implementing the same restrictions on cryptocurrencies in the economy. Currency…
A lot of people already like to have the chance to use a bookmaker. However, everything becomes even better when people can make this absolutely free. Many could think that this is simply not possible. But, these platforms always find their ways to surprise people. It turns out that there are many Betway free bet voucher codes circling around the Internet waiting for some lucky user to claim and use them. Among all the bookmakers that currently exist in the market, Betway is one of the best in terms of benefits and free bet incentives handed out to all its…