VALR Blog
VALR launches AI Service for Humans and AI Agents
VALR unveils its AI-powered crypto service, delivering smarter trading tools for users and enabling autonomous AI agents—advancing the future of agentic finance.
VALR and Onafriq Deliver Mobile Money Access to Digital Assets for Millions Across Africa
VALR has partnered with Onafriq to enable mobile money deposits in local currencies across Africa, expanding access to crypto and digital financial services for millions.
How Decentralised GPU Networks are Powering AI
Decentralised GPU networks are transforming AI infrastructure by tackling the global compute shortage. By leveraging idle hardware and blockchain technology, they deliver scalable, cost-effective power for AI workloads beyond traditional cloud providers.
Mobile Money Deposit Fee Rebate and Referral Promotion
Earn crypto rewards on VALR by depositing via Mobile Money. Get 50% of fees back in BTC up to $200 per month and 20% referral rewards in USDT. Limited-time offer, first come, first served.
When is the Best Time to Trade Crypto in Malaysia?
Discover the best times to trade crypto in Malaysia. Learn how market overlaps impact liquidity, volatility, and spreads, and time your trades for maximum impact.
What Are AI Agents in Crypto and How Do They Work?
Crypto AI agents use blockchain and AI to automate on-chain tasks like trading and DeFi management, powering the next wave of the Web3 economy.
The Rise of Staked Media: Combatting Misinformation with the Blockchain
Staked media uses blockchain and crypto staking to combat AI-driven misinformation, holding creators financially accountable and restoring trust in online content.
Beyond the On-Ramp: Financial Architecture for Human Flourishing
Mobile money unlocked financial access by meeting real-world needs. Now, crypto extends that progress by helping users preserve value and participate globally.
The challenge is no longer technology but design—building financial systems that are inclusive, practical, and enable real economic freedom.
The Rise of AI and the Birth of the Human Being
As AI and robotics transform work and society, they raise a profound question about human purpose. Rather than a threat, this shift could enable shared abundance and free people to focus on creativity, community, and meaningful living.
How to Buy Sweatcoin (SWEAT) in South Africa
Follow these steps to purchase Sweatcoin easily and securely on VALR: 1. Create an account or sign in 2. Deposit ZAR into your account 3. Buy SWEAT
When is the Best Time to Trade Crypto in UAE?
Learn how market overlaps impact liquidity, volatility, and spreads, and time your crypto trades in the UAE for maximum impact.
How to Send Money From South Africa to Brazil
A step-by-step guide to send money from South Africa to Brazil with VALR Pay.
Wyden Adds VALR to its Global Liquidity Network, Expanding Institutional Digital Asset Access in South Africa and Beyond
Wyden has integrated VALR—Africa’s largest crypto exchange by volume—into its institutional trading network, giving global clients direct access to deep ZAR-denominated crypto liquidity in South Africa. The partnership expands institutional access to 100+ digital assets while supporting compliant trading under the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
VALR Launches VALR Bitcoin and Gold Bundle (BITGOLD) for Diversified Exposure
VALR, South Africa’s largest crypto exchange by volume, has launched the Bitcoin and Gold Bundle (BITGOLD)—a simplified investment product combining Bitcoin (BTC) and tokenised gold (XAUT) in a single, automatically rebalanced portfolio for diversified exposure.
VALR Pay: Shop to Stack Promotion
Shop with VALR Pay and earn crypto rewards. Pay at any VALR Pay–enabled retailer using ZAR, USDT, USDC, or supported cryptocurrencies and get 2.5% back in crypto or xStocks, up to R2,500 per month. Rewards are paid to your VALR wallet within 7 days after each monthly promotion period, from a R50,000 monthly reward pool.
Hong Kong to the DHL Stormers: VALR’s CMO Discovers Rugby’s True Power
Ben Caselin, CMO of VALR, shares insights on the exchange’s partnership with the DHL Stormers and its mission to make crypto accessible to everyday South Africans. Through stadium activations at DHL Stadium, fan giveaways, and bold branding, VALR is connecting rugby supporters with the world of digital assets.
Top 10 DePIN Use Cases for 2026
Decentralised Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) use blockchain and token incentives to crowdsource telecom, AI, energy, and cloud infrastructure. With 13M+ daily devices and a projected $3.5T opportunity by 2028 (via the World Economic Forum), DePIN is shifting infrastructure from corporate-owned to community-built.
Inflationary vs. Deflationary Crypto: An Explainer
Inflationary cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin increase supply over time to boost liquidity and network activity. Deflationary assets like Bitcoin limit or reduce supply to create scarcity and support long-term value. Understanding inflationary vs. deflationary crypto helps investors choose between utility and store-of-value potential.
zk-SNARKs vs. zk-STARKs: A Beginner's Guide
Zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) enhance blockchain privacy and scalability by verifying transactions without revealing data. Compare zk-SNARKs, used by Zcash, and zk-STARKs, powering StarkNet, in efficiency, security, and quantum resistance.
VALR’s Referral Quest
From 20 - 24 February 2026, refer friends to VALR and take part in a community-focused rewards campaign. Verified referrals can earn from a $1,250 reward pool, and one randomly selected new referral stands the chance to earn a $250 crypto reward for trading above the required amount.