VALR Blog
VALR Reflects on a Transformative 2025 for Crypto and Finance
VALR is a leading South African crypto platform, backed by one of the world’s most advanced regulatory frameworks, serving over 1.7 million users globally. With licensed crypto derivatives, real-world asset tokens, staking, and crypto payments at thousands of local merchants, VALR is bridging crypto and traditional finance across Africa.
How Much is 10 USDT in Rands (ZAR)?
Wondering how much 10 USDT will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy USDT in South Africa.
VALR Partners with Checkout.com to Simplify Global Crypto On-Ramps
VALR has partnered with Checkout.com to enable instant crypto purchases using local currencies and familiar payment methods like cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, expanding seamless global access to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more.
VALR Co-Founder on building inclusive crypto infrastructure and the next frontier of finance
Badi, VALR’s Chief Product Officer, shares how the company is scaling crypto products for over one million users and 1,800+ institutions—balancing simplicity, advanced trading tools, and regulated financial infrastructure to help revolutionise global finance.
When is the Best Time to Trade Crypto in the Philippines?
Discover the best times to trade crypto in Philippines. Learn how market overlaps impact liquidity, volatility, and spreads, and time your trades for maximum impact.
When is the Best Time to Trade Crypto in Pakistan?
Discover the best times to trade crypto in Pakistan. Learn how market overlaps impact liquidity, volatility, and spreads, and time your trades for maximum impact.
Layer 1 vs Layer 2:区块链架构的核心区别是什么?
区块链生态系统正在发展为分层结构:Layer 1 网络提供安全性和去中心化,而 Layer 2 解决方案提升速度和可扩展性。了解它们的运作方式是加密货币未来普及的关键。
全球加密货币税务基础指南:你需要知道的一切
通过赚取、交易或质押加密货币获得收益?你的收益可能需要纳税。本指南讲解了关键的加密货币税收规则、触发纳税事件的情况,以及美国、英国和德国等国家如何监管数字资产。学习如何合规报税、避免罚款,并自信地管理你的加密货币税务。
加密货币现货 VS 杠杆交易:哪一种更适合你?
了解加密货币现货交易与保证金交易之间的关键区别。深入探索其运作机制、优势与风险,以及如何通过保证金交易使用杠杆来放大收益。掌握何时应选择现货或保证金交易,并了解如何在 VALR 上开始进行现货与保证金加密交易。
Checkout Promotion: ZERO Fee Deposits
Enjoy zero deposit and purchase fees when you fund your VALR account via Checkout. From 15 December 2025 to 31 January 2026, eligible, fully verified users can get their Checkout fees rebated in USDC, with up to 500 USDC back per month. Simply deposit or buy crypto using card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay via Checkout and start saving.
VALR Pay Promotion: Up to 100% Cashback
Unlock festive rewards with VALR Pay this December! Spend at any VALR Pay–enabled retailer using ZAR, USDT, USDC or supported crypto and stand a chance to get up to 100% cashback from a R100,000 reward pool. Randomly selected shoppers will receive their rebate in USDT after the promotion ends.
How DAOs Are Reshaping Corporate Structures
With over 50,000 DAOs in 2025, decentralised autonomous organisations are reshaping governance through blockchain, smart contracts, and community voting. This overview explains what DAOs are, how DAO governance works, and why they’re challenging traditional corporate structures.
How to Spot and Avoid Cryptocurrency Phishing Scams
Crypto phishing scams stole nearly $600 million in early 2025, posing a major risk to digital asset users. From fake websites and email scams to airdrop and wallet phishing, attackers use deception to steal private keys and login details. Learn the key red flags and essential security tips to protect your crypto from phishing attacks.
USDC vs. USDT: How Do the Two Leading Stablecoins Compare?
Explore the key differences between USDC and USDT, the top two stablecoins by market capitalization
RLUSD & XRP Spot Trading Competition
We invite you to participate in the RLUSD & XRP Spot Trading Competition on VALR, running from 1 December to 31 December 2025. With a 10,000 RLUSD reward pool available, this is an opportunity for both new and existing traders to compete for rewards.
Crypto Exchange VALR Adds Multi-Currency Fiat Capabilities Through OpenPayd
VALR has partnered with OpenPayd to power seamless EUR, GBP and USD deposits and withdrawals through unified SEPA, Faster Payments and SWIFT rails. This integration boosts VALR’s global on/off-ramp capabilities, speeds up settlements, and enhances the user experience for its 1.5 million-plus customers.
What Are Wrapped Tokens and How Do They Work?
Wrapped tokens enable cross-chain interoperability by letting assets like Bitcoin and Ether move to other blockchains. By tokenising assets 1:1, they unlock DeFi access, boost liquidity, and enable faster, cheaper transactions. This guide covers how wrapped tokens work, their benefits, risks, and how to use them securely in decentralised finance.
VALR Launches Crypto Bundles: Investing Made Simple
VALR has introduced Crypto Bundles, offering simple, one-click diversified crypto investing. The first bundle, VALR10, features the top 10 crypto assets with monthly rebalancing, giving users an easy, low-maintenance way to manage risk and gain broad market exposure.