Cameroon to Hold Workshop Examining Challenges and Risks of Using Cryptocurre...
The government in Cameroon, which is reportedly keen on regulating cryptocurrencies, is set to hold a workshop that will look at the challenges and risks of using such digital currencies in the country. Proliferation of Scams According to a report by Business in Cameroon, the workshop, which is set to be held on November 15 in Yaounde, is being organized by the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications. At this meeting, participants are expected to review mechanisms that will help the government to regulate the cryptocurrency sector. The ministry said the country’s lack of a....
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