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South African E-Commerce Giant Takealot Launches Bitcoin Support

South African online retailer Takealot, which has raised more than $100m in funding, is now accepting bitcoin.

By Joon Ian WongJul 17, 2014

south africa, e-commerce

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BitX Targets Developing Countries With Global Expansion Plan

The exchange and wallet service aims to serve 12-plus countries initially with one recognizable brand.

By Jon SouthurstApr 29, 2014

cloud world

Markets

Software firm buys Africa's largest bitcoin exchange

Popular African bitcoin exchange BitX has been snapped up less than a year after it was founded.

By Danny BradburyOct 24, 2013

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