Nigeria Paves Way for Regulated Crypto; India Tightens Controls in 2025

Two major players in the cryptocurrency landscape, Nigeria and India, are charting divergent paths with their regulatory frameworks. While Nigeria embraces a more regulated approach by granting licenses to crypto service providers, integrating them into traditional banking systems, its Securities and Exchange Commission is spearheading changes aimed at boosting investment. In contrast, India is enacting stricter controls under the COINS Act 2025, introducing rigorous oversight to the sector. These contrasting policies are expected to significantly influence market dynamics in both nations.