VALR Blog
Perps Unwrapped: The Never-Ending Story of Perpetual Futures
Perpetual futures, or perps, let traders hold leveraged positions on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other assets with no expiry date. Cash-settled and kept aligned via funding rates, they eliminate rollover costs and basis risk. This makes them ideal for speculation, hedging, and 24/7 trading.
Hyperliquid: Engineering a New Era for Decentralised Trading
Hyperliquid is a purpose-built Layer 1 blockchain delivering a fully decentralized exchange with CEX-level speed, sub-second finality, and ultra-low fees. Trade hundreds of perpetuals and spot markets (crypto, commodities, indices) via a transparent on-chain central limit order book with true self-custody.
How Much is 1 Euro Coin (EURC) in USDC?
Wondering how much 1 EURC will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy 1 EURC with USDC.
How Much is 1 Binance Coin (BNB) in USDT?
Wondering how much 1 BNB will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy 1 BNB with USDT.
SpaceX's Record IPO and Capital Reallocation Across Markets
On June 12, 2026, SpaceX debuted on Nasdaq under ticker SPCX, issuing 555.56 million shares at $135 and raising a historic $75 billion in the largest IPO ever. This more than doubled Saudi Aramco’s previous record. The move valued the company at around $1.77 trillion and is now fueling Starship launches, orbital AI data centers, and lunar base plans.
Phishing, Ponzi Schemes and Fake AI Trading: How to Spot a Crypto Scam
Cryptocurrency fraud like Mirror Trading International (MTI) and Capital 40 has cost South African investors millions. Learn how modern Ponzi schemes use AI jargon, fake signals, and VALR impersonators to steal funds and discover the red flags, compliance tricks, and 60-second checks to protect yourself.
Money and the Fabric of Power: The Socio-Political Dimensions of Currency Across History
From Roman silver debasement to modern fiat systems, money has always been a tool of political authority. Discover how emperors funded wars through coinage adjustments, triggered inflation, and reshaped societies. These lessons echo in today’s debt, inflation, and digital currency debates.
Global Inflation Explained: Why Prices Have Been Rising Worldwide
Inflation continues to erode purchasing power worldwide, driving up the cost of living, housing, and essentials. This in-depth guide explains what inflation is, its key drivers (demand-pull, cost-push & expectations), the 2021–2023 global surge, and the latest mid-2026 outlook with renewed energy pressures. Understand CPI trends, central bank actions & practical impacts today.
How Much is 1 SOL in Rands (ZAR)?
Wondering how much 1 SOL will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy 1 SOL with South African rands.
How Much is 1 ETH in Rands (ZAR)?
Wondering how much 1 ETH will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy 1 ETH with South African rands.
How Do People in Emerging Markets Save Money?
Emerging markets show rapid progress in saving: 40% of adults now use formal accounts (up 16% since 2021), with mobile money nearly doubling. Yet informal ROSCAs, stokvels, and community groups remain vital, while fintech, stablecoins, and crypto offer new inflation hedges and remittance tools. Discover how households blend old and new methods for greater financial resilience.
Africa's Ascending Economies: The Growth Engines Driving Progress in 2026
Sub-Saharan Africa recorded 4.5% GDP growth in 2025 and is projected to expand 4.3% in 2026. Ethiopia (9.2%), Rwanda (7.2%), Uganda (7.5%), Côte d’Ivoire (6.2%), and Kenya (4.5%) are leading the surge through reforms, infrastructure, diversification, and the AfCFTA. Discover the key drivers, risks, and opportunities shaping Africa’s rising stars.
The Engines of Africa’s Prosperity: Key Drivers of Wealth Creation
Africa now has 122,500 millionaires, led by South Africa with 41,100. Johannesburg tops cities with 11,700. The Africa Wealth Report 2025 forecasts a 65% rise in millionaires over the next decade, driven by resources, fintech, green tech & eco-tourism.
Why Is It So Difficult to Move Money Around Africa?
Moving money across African borders remains costly (avg. 8.4% vs global 6.2%) and slow due to fragmented regulations, 40+ currencies, and infrastructure gaps. Discover how PAPSS, stablecoins, and fintech are slashing fees by up to 90% and speeding up payments.
Is Bitcoin's 4-Year Cycle Still Calling the Shots?
Two years after the April 2024 Bitcoin halving, with BTC trading near $76,000 in May 2026, months after the $126K all-time high, many ask: does the classic four-year cycle still drive price action? Institutional inflows, corporate treasuries, ETFs, and macro forces are transforming the once-predictable pattern of post-halving rallies and bear markets.
The Evolution of Payments: From Barter to Interplanetary Systems
Imagine leaving a store without paying at the till — your purchase handled automatically by AI. From 6000 BC barter to Bitcoin, QR codes, stablecoins, and checkout-free shopping, payments have evolved for greater speed and security. Now heading into space: blockchain enables seamless transactions between satellites and future Mars colonies. The future of money is frictionless and multi-planetary.
How Much is 10 XRP in Rands (ZAR)?
Wondering how much 10 XRP will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy XRP with South African rands.
How Much is 10 Bitcoin in Rands (ZAR)?
Wondering how much 10 Bitcoin will cost you? Our up-to-date exchange rate and guide will show you how to buy BTC with South African rands.
Blockchain and the Internet of Things: Current Intersections and Emerging Opportunities
Tens of billions of sensors already track vaccines, vehicles, air quality, and farms. The missing piece? Tamper-proof data that every party can trust without a central middleman. Discover how blockchain makes IoT verifiable, efficient, and truly decentralized.
Bitcoin Mining: Capturing Surplus and Stranded Energy to Secure the Bitcoin Network
What if flared gas, untapped river hydropower, and volcanic geothermal energy could power the world’s largest decentralised financial network?Bitcoin mining is making this reality. Instead of wasting surplus and stranded energy, miners are converting it into reliable power for the Bitcoin network.