On March 10, it was announced that the global crypto service platform Blockchain.com has officially entered the Ghanaian market. This marks an important step in deepening its presence in Africa, following rapid growth in Nigeria. As digital asset adoption continues to rise across Africa, the company is accelerating regional infrastructure development and local product deployment.
Previously, Blockchain.com launched retail services in Nigeria early last year and established a branch in Lagos. Data shows that local brokerage trading volume increased by over 700%, with the most active assets among users being Tether, Bitcoin, and TRON. This performance indicates a strong demand for stablecoins and mainstream cryptocurrencies in the West African market.
Owen Odia, General Manager of Blockchain.com Africa, stated that the rapid growth in Nigeria over the past year demonstrates the vast development potential for digital assets across Africa. The company is preparing for long-term growth by building new blockchain financial infrastructure, cultivating local tech talent, and launching products tailored to regional needs.
Before officially entering Ghana, the platform experienced significant organic growth locally. Official data shows that over the past year, active users in Ghana increased by approximately 140%, with trading volume rising about 80%. This trend reflects growing interest in crypto trading, stablecoin payments, and blockchain financial services in Ghana.
Blockchain.com also highlighted the broad application potential of stablecoins and digital assets in Africa, especially in cross-border settlements, international remittances, and digital commerce. Blockchain technology can significantly reduce traditional cross-border transfer costs and improve fund flow efficiency, which is crucial for the rapidly developing digital economy in West Africa.
This market entry is part of Blockchain.com’s global expansion strategy. The company has previously obtained registration approval from the UK Financial Conduct Authority and licenses under the EU MiCA framework, paving the way for brokerage, custody, and institutional crypto services in Europe and beyond. Additionally, market reports indicate that the company is still advancing plans for a potential U.S. listing.
Since its founding in 2011, Blockchain.com has processed over $1.2 trillion in crypto transactions, created more than 90 million digital wallets, and completed identity verification for over 40 million users. As digital asset adoption in Africa continues to grow, the development of crypto financial infrastructure there is attracting increasing market attention.
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