Articles about Luno

Bitcoin edges up after $36 000 nosedive

The crypto-currency recovers 5.54% after losing 35% in 90 days amid Fed uncertainty, AI-driven tech selloff and investor flight.

Financial institutions launch Rand-backed stablecoin

Luno, Sanlam, EasyEquities and Lesaka launch institutional Rand stablecoin ZARU, to enable real‑time blockchain settlement and global trade.

Crypto market enters 2026 with renewed confidence

Early moves in 2026 are already offering a clear signal of the direction the crypto market could take this year, say industry players.

Bitcoin loses ‘radical’ edge amid tariffs, whale selling

Geopolitical upheaval and whale exits marked Bitcoin's volatile 2025, as it evolves from speculative asset into institutional investment play.

Regulatory milestones mark turning point for crypto

South Africa and major global markets overhauled crypto-currency regulations in 2025, ushering in tighter oversight and clearer rules.

Bitcoin’s wild swings to continue in 2026

From record highs to sharp pullbacks, local crypto-currency exchanges unpack Bitcoin’s major highlights for 2025 and provide predictions for 2026.

SA exchanges urge caution as Bitcoin price falls

The crypto-currency has fallen to a seven-month low after dropping below $90 000, wiping out much of its gains for the year.

Pick n Pay customers spend R1.4m monthly in Bitcoin

The retailer’s shoppers collectively spent a monthly average of R1.4 million in crypto-currency over the past 12 months.

Discovery Bank taps Luno as crypto becomes mainstream

Under the deal, Discovery Bank clients will be able to link their Luno accounts to buy, hold and sell crypto assets through the bank’s app.

Financial regulator expands crypto investment choices

South Africa’s Financial Sector Conduct Authority issues new licences for crypto platform, VALR.

Bitcoin reaches all-time high amid US govt shutdown

Policy uncertainty and a constructive regulatory environment in the US could see Bitcoin hit $200 000, say analysts.

Dancing to a new rhythm: The maturation of digital assets

While institutional investors use crypto-currencies to optimise their portfolios to the considerable benefit of clients, SA risks just looking on and missing out.