Blockchain.com has launched operations in Ghana, marking its latest move to expand across Africa as cryptocurrency adoption accelerates in the region.
The crypto brokerage said the expansion will give Ghanaian users access to its regulated digital asset trading platform, as the company positions itself to serve a rapidly growing market for crypto-based payments, savings and remittances.
The move follows strong growth in Nigeria, which has become one of Blockchain.com’s fastest-growing markets worldwide. Since launching retail services in the country last year, the firm says brokerage transaction volumes have surged by more than 700%, with major trading activity in stablecoins and cryptocurrencies including Tether (USDT), Bitcoin and TRON (TRX).
Nigeria remains one of the most active crypto markets globally. Data from Chainalysis consistently ranks the country among the top nations in cryptocurrency adoption, driven by high demand for remittances, currency volatility and a large mobile-first population.
Across emerging economies, digital assets are increasingly used beyond speculation. Users are turning to cryptocurrencies and stablecoins for cross-border payments, savings protection and participation in global digital commerce.
Owen Odia, Africa general manager at Blockchain.com, said the company sees the continent as central to its long-term strategy.
“Africa represents a key part of our mission to expand financial access globally,” Odia said, adding that the company plans to invest in regional infrastructure, local hiring and products designed for African users.
Rising Numbers
Before the official launch, Blockchain.com said demand from Ghana had already been rising. Over the past year, active users in the country increased by 140%, while transaction volumes climbed about 80%.
Stablecoins and other digital assets are increasingly being used across West Africa to reduce remittance costs and improve cross-border settlement efficiency, particularly in markets where traditional banking systems remain expensive or difficult to access.
Founded in 2011, Blockchain.com operates in more than 70 jurisdictions and has processed over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions globally. The company says its platform has created more than 90 million crypto wallets and verified over 40 million users worldwide.
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