LONDON — March 9, 2026
Executive Summary
Blockchain.com announced the expansion of its operations into Ghana as part of the company’s broader strategy to strengthen digital asset infrastructure and financial access across African markets. The launch introduces a secure and compliant platform for Ghanaian customers and follows the company’s operational growth in Nigeria, where Blockchain.com established retail operations earlier and recorded significant expansion in transaction activity.
According to the company, Nigeria has emerged as one of its fastest-growing markets globally, with brokerage transaction volumes increasing by more than 700% since retail services were introduced in the country last year. The Ghana expansion builds on that growth and reflects the company’s continued focus on supporting digital asset access in emerging markets. Blockchain.com stated that the move forms part of its longer-term plans to scale operations to additional African countries over time while investing in local teams, infrastructure development, and region-specific products designed for local market conditions.
Announcement Overview
Blockchain.com confirmed that it has expanded operations into Ghana, marking another step in the company’s regional strategy to develop digital asset infrastructure and broaden access to financial services across Africa. The company stated that the expansion enables Ghanaian users to access its digital asset brokerage platform through a secure and compliant environment.
The announcement follows the company’s operational expansion in Nigeria, where Blockchain.com officially launched retail operations earlier in 2025. Since that launch, the company reported significant growth in transaction activity in the country, with brokerage transaction volumes increasing by more than 700% over the past year.
Nigeria has become one of the company’s fastest-growing markets globally. Blockchain.com established an operational presence in Lagos and hired local personnel to support operations within the region. The company indicated that these efforts contributed to increased engagement with its digital asset services.
The Ghana expansion follows a period of organic platform adoption within the country. Blockchain.com reported that user activity and transaction volumes from Ghana increased significantly over the past year prior to the official launch of local operations.
Through the new market entry, Blockchain.com stated it will continue to develop digital asset infrastructure while supporting access to digital financial services across emerging markets in Africa.
Key Announcement Details
- Announcement Type: Market expansion and operational scaling
- Company: Blockchain.com
- Industry Category: Digital asset services / cryptocurrency brokerage platform
- Announcement Date: March 9, 2026
- Announcement Location Dateline: London, United Kingdom
Expansion Details
- New Market Expansion: Ghana
- Expansion Objective: Provide Ghanaian customers with a secure, compliant digital asset platform
- Regional Focus: Africa
- Regional Strategy: Building long-term digital asset infrastructure across Africa’s fastest-growing economies
- Future Expansion Plan: Continued scaling operations to additional African countries
Nigeria Market Operations
- Existing African Market: Nigeria
- Retail Operations Launch in Nigeria: Early 2025
- Operational Hub in Nigeria: Lagos
- Operational Development: Establishment of a strong operational footprint in Lagos
- Local Hiring: Local talent hired within the region to support operations
- Growth Performance: More than 700% increase in brokerage transaction volume since launch
Trading Activity Indicators
- Most Traded Assets in Nigeria: USDT
- Most Traded Assets in Nigeria: BTC
- Most Traded Assets in Nigeria: TRX
Market Adoption Indicators
- Nigeria Crypto Adoption Ranking: Among top crypto-adopting countries globally according to Chainalysis Global Crypto Adoption Index
- Regional Adoption Leadership: Nigeria leads Sub-Saharan Africa in grassroots crypto adoption
- Nigeria Annual Crypto Activity: Billions of dollars in annual crypto transaction volume
Drivers of Crypto Usage in Nigeria
- Currency Volatility
- Remittance Demand
- Rapidly Growing Mobile-First Population
Ghana Platform Adoption Prior to Launch
- Organic Platform Adoption Observed: Ghana users active prior to official expansion
- Increase in Active Users in Ghana: 140% year-over-year
- Increase in Transaction Volume in Ghana: 80% year-over-year
- Observed Market Demand: Strong demand for secure digital asset access
Platform Purpose and Use Cases
- Investment Use Case: Digital assets used for investment
- Payments Use Case: Digital assets used for payments
- Remittance Use Case: Digital assets used for cross-border remittances
- Savings Use Case: Digital assets used for savings
Infrastructure and Ecosystem Impact
- Stablecoin Benefit: Enhanced cross-border settlement efficiency
- Remittance Benefit: Potential reduction in remittance costs
- Commerce Impact: Support for expanding digital commerce ecosystems across West Africa
- Infrastructure Strategy: Build infrastructure that complements existing financial systems
- Global Market Access: Enable participation in the global digital economy
Regional Operational Support
- Operational Teams in Africa: Supporting operations
- Regional Partnerships: Teams supporting partnership development
- Regulatory Engagement: Teams supporting regulatory engagement in local markets
Global Operations
- Global Jurisdictions: Operations in more than 70 jurisdictions
- Company Founding Year: 2011
- Total Crypto Transactions Processed: Over $1.2 trillion
- Total Wallets Created: More than 90 million wallets
- Total Verified Users: Over 40 million users
Corporate Positioning
- Service Model: Global crypto brokerage platform
- Customer Segments: Individuals and institutions
- Operational Principles: Compliance, transparency, and security
Leadership Mentioned
- Executive Quoted: Owen Odia
- Role: General Manager, Africa
- Company: Blockchain.com
Nigeria Operations and Market Growth
Blockchain.com stated that Nigeria has become one of the company’s fastest-growing markets globally since the launch of retail operations in the country early last year. Following that launch, the company established a strong operational presence in Lagos and expanded its regional team by hiring local talent.
Since the introduction of retail services in Nigeria, Blockchain.com reported more than 700% growth in brokerage transaction volume. The company indicated that the increase reflects growing user engagement with its digital asset brokerage platform.
According to Blockchain.com, the most actively traded digital assets in Nigeria on its platform include USDT, BTC, and TRX. These assets represent a significant portion of the brokerage trading activity recorded in the country.
Nigeria has also been identified as one of the most active cryptocurrency adoption markets globally. According to Chainalysis’ Global Crypto Adoption Index, Nigeria consistently ranks among the leading countries in the world for cryptocurrency adoption and leads Sub-Saharan Africa in grassroots crypto usage.
The country has recorded billions of dollars in annual cryptocurrency transaction volume. Blockchain.com noted that adoption trends are influenced by several factors, including currency volatility, remittance demand, and the presence of a rapidly expanding mobile-first population.
The company stated that its operational expansion in Ghana builds on the momentum generated through its Nigerian operations.
Ghana Market Adoption Prior to Launch
Blockchain.com reported that Ghana already demonstrated strong organic adoption of its platform prior to the official expansion announcement. According to the company, user engagement from Ghana increased significantly during the past year.
Over the previous twelve months, Blockchain.com recorded a 140% increase in active users originating from Ghana. During the same period, the company also observed an 80% rise in transaction volumes from users within the country.
The company stated that this organic activity indicated growing demand for digital asset services and secure trading infrastructure in Ghana. The official expansion introduces a localized operational presence that supports Ghanaian users through the company’s brokerage platform.
Blockchain.com indicated that the launch provides Ghanaian customers with access to a compliant digital asset platform designed to support trading, transfers, and participation in the global digital asset ecosystem.
Digital Asset Usage Across Emerging Markets
Blockchain.com stated that digital assets are increasingly being used across emerging markets for multiple financial purposes. According to the company, these assets are utilized not only for investment activity but also for payments, cross-border transfers, remittances, and savings.
The company noted that digital assets provide individuals with tools that can help manage currency volatility while enabling participation in the broader digital economy. In regions where remittance activity is high, digital asset infrastructure can facilitate cross-border settlement and provide alternative payment methods.
Blockchain.com also indicated that stablecoins and other digital assets can improve cross-border settlement efficiency and reduce the cost associated with remittance transfers. The company stated that these technologies can support the growth of digital commerce ecosystems across West Africa.
According to Blockchain.com, the company’s infrastructure development efforts aim to complement existing financial systems while expanding access to global financial networks.
Leadership Statement
“Our growth in Nigeria over the past year has demonstrated the immense potential for digital assets across the African region,” said Owen Odia, General Manager, Africa at Blockchain.com. “Africa represents our mission to make financial services available to everyone globally. We are building for a long-term future by developing new infrastructure, investing in local talent, and creating region-specific products tailored to local needs.”
Blockchain.com stated that its teams in the region support operational activities, partnership development, and regulatory engagement across its African markets.
Regional Infrastructure and Operational Presence
Blockchain.com maintains operational teams in African markets to support platform operations, business partnerships, and engagement with regulatory stakeholders. According to the company, these teams contribute to the company’s long-term development of digital asset services across the region.
The company stated that investing in local talent forms part of its broader strategy to support regional expansion. By maintaining operational teams within key markets, Blockchain.com indicated that it aims to strengthen relationships with partners and support ongoing infrastructure development.
The Ghana launch forms part of the company’s broader expansion strategy, which includes scaling operations across additional African countries in the future. Blockchain.com stated that it continues to build digital asset infrastructure designed to support users, institutions, and partners within emerging markets.
Global Platform Overview
Blockchain.com operates as a global digital asset brokerage platform and provides services to individuals and institutions across more than 70 jurisdictions worldwide. The company stated that its platform enables users to access cryptocurrency markets through a secure infrastructure that emphasizes compliance, transparency, and security.
Since its founding in 2011, Blockchain.com has facilitated more than $1.2 trillion in cryptocurrency transactions. The company also reported the creation of more than 90 million wallets and verification of over 40 million users globally.
Through its brokerage platform, Blockchain.com provides services designed to enable participation in digital asset markets while supporting compliance and operational transparency across the jurisdictions in which it operates.
About Blockchain.com
Blockchain.com is a global provider of cryptocurrency services focused on connecting users to digital financial systems. The company provides digital asset infrastructure and brokerage services that enable individuals and institutions to access cryptocurrency markets.
Founded in 2011, Blockchain.com has supported the creation of more than 90 million cryptocurrency wallets and verified more than 40 million users worldwide. The company reports that it has processed over $1.2 trillion in cryptocurrency transactions through its platform since its inception.
Blockchain.com operates in more than 70 jurisdictions globally, offering infrastructure that allows users to access digital assets through secure and compliant systems.
Additional information about Blockchain.com is available at www.blockchain.com.
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