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Bitcoin is increasingly being recognized as a reliable store of value, and now it’s even being used to secure personal loans. According to a recent Bloomberg report, several startup lenders have started accepting cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral. Companies such as Salt Lending and CoinLoan are leading this trend by offering loans in regular fiat currencies—like U.S. dollars or euros—backed by crypto assets. Another player in this growing market, London-based Nebeus, says it has already facilitated over 1,000 loans using Bitcoin and Ether as collateral. The rising popularity of using Bitcoin and other digital currencies for collateral is…

Key Takeaways: Coinbase Now Lets You Borrow Money Using Bitcoin as Collateral If you’re a Coinbase user, there’s a new way to access cash without selling your crypto. The exchange has introduced a service that allows users to take out a loan using their bitcoin holdings as collateral. This loan is issued in USD Coin (USDC), a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar. According to Coinbase, this option can help users cover large expenses like car purchases or down payments on homes. And since USDC can be converted to U.S. dollars at a 1:1 ratio for free, it adds flexibility…

What Is SALT Blockchain-Based Lending? SALT stands for Secured Automated Lending Technology. It’s a lending platform that allows users to borrow money by using their cryptocurrency as collateral. Founded in 2016 by a group of Bitcoin supporters, SALT was created to help crypto holders access loans without needing to sell their digital assets. This gives more financial freedom to investors who prefer holding onto their cryptocurrency. This article breaks down how the SALT system works, its advantages, and the risks involved. Key Points to Know How SALT Blockchain Lending Works To use SALT Lending, a person must first become a…

Tensions flared on Monday morning along Ngong Road at City Mortuary, as protesters flooded the streets demanding justice for the late social media influencer Albert Ojwang. Ojwang tragically died while in police custody, under circumstances that many believe were suspicious and still unclear. Chanting slogans and waving placards, the demonstrators gathered near the roundabout outside the Nairobi Funeral Home—formerly known as City Mortuary—where Ojwang’s body was taken. Many protestors were seen recording the event with their phones as they shouted calls for President William Ruto to step down. They accused the government of failing to ensure justice and transparency in…

Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has revealed his strategic plan to turn global trade tensions between China and the United States into an economic opportunity for his county. By tapping into the ongoing trade war between the two superpowers, Kang’ata hopes to attract Chinese manufacturers to relocate their operations to Murang’a and Kenya at large, while also building strong economic ties with the U.S., particularly in the health sector. Speaking during a live interview on Citizen TV on Sunday night, Governor Kang’ata explained that the ongoing tariff war between the U.S. and China has created a unique window of opportunity for…

Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has suspended the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) of Nairobi’s Central Police Station, along with all officers who were on duty the night social media influencer Albert Ojwang died in police custody. This decisive action follows intense public outcry and growing pressure for accountability regarding the circumstances under which Ojwang lost his life. The suspension, which is officially referred to as interdiction, was confirmed through a statement released early Monday morning by the National Police Service (NPS) Corporate Communications Director, Muchiri Nyaga, on behalf of the IG. According to the statement, the interdiction is intended…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has demanded the suspension of Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, over the tragic death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody at the Central Police Station in Nairobi on Sunday, June 8. In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, June 9, Gachagua claimed that Lagat was the one who personally gave the orders for Ojwang’s arrest on Saturday, June 7. He further alleged that Lagat directly runs the operations at Kamukunji and Central Police Stations in Nairobi, bypassing the authority of Inspector General Douglas Kanja. Gachagua believes…

Full List of Grade 10 Subject Combinations for CBC Career Pathways – Selection Deadline June 30 For the next three weeks, schools, parents, and guardians will play a vital role in guiding Grade 9 learners as they make one of the most important academic decisions in their CBC journey—selecting subject combinations for their Grade 10 career pathways, which they will join next year. Under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), approximately 1.2 million students will be the first group to join Senior School, where they will choose from three main career pathways: Regardless of the pathway chosen, certain core subjects remain mandatory,…

Introduction Online shopping has become a common part of life for many Kenyans. It’s convenient—you can buy items from the comfort of your home. Just browse through a website, choose what you want, and have it delivered to your doorstep. But with so many online stores, it can be confusing to know where to shop safely and get the best value. That’s where this guide comes in. We’ve put together a helpful list of the best online shopping platforms in Kenya. It’s designed to make your shopping experience easier, faster, and safer. As life in Kenya gets busier, online shopping…

Since Bitcoin first started trading in 2009, its price has surged dramatically—reaching an all-time record high of $112,000 on May 22, 2025. This growth reflects just how far the cryptocurrency world has come and how much investor interest has grown over the years. If you’re planning to buy or sell digital currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or even lesser-known cryptocurrencies, it’s important to choose a reliable crypto exchange. The best platforms offer strong trading tools, a wide range of cryptocurrency options, different order types for all levels of traders, and a host of other useful features and services. At Investopedia, our…