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Mobile Money Surpasses Two Billion Registered Accounts and Over Half a Billion Monthly Active Users Globally

New GSMA report highlights 16% growth in mobile money transaction values, reaching $1.68 trillion
LONDON, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mobile money reached two significant milestones in 2024, surpassing two billion registered accounts and over half a billion active monthly users worldwide. The industry, which took 18 years to achieve one billion registered accounts and 250 million active users, has doubled in size in just five years, according to the GSMA Mobile Money Programme’s ‘State of the Industry Report on Mobile Money 2025.’
In 2024, mobile money processed around 108 billion transactions, totalling over $1.68 trillion. Transaction volumes grew by 20%, while transaction values increased by 16%, reflecting the industry’s robust expansion.
Vivek Badrinath, GSMA Director General comments: “Mobile money has emerged as a powerful driver of financial inclusion and economic growth. Its continued success depends on supportive regulatory environments that promote innovation, accessibility and help unlock the full socio-economic potential. To ensure mobile money remains accessible, affordable, and safe, it is vital for governments and regulators to work with financial service providers to support financial literacy programs, empowering underserved populations and opening new opportunities for financial decision-making.”
Mobile money has become a key driver of economic development. By 2023, countries with mobile money services saw a $720 billion boost to their GDP, reflecting a 1.7% increase. In Sub-Saharan Africa, mobile money added approximately $190 billion to GDP in 2023.
Sub-Saharan Africa remains the global leader in mobile money, with new accounts rising in East and West Africa. East Africa led growth in active accounts in 2024, followed by Southeast Asia and West Africa. East Asia-Pacific also showed strong growth, particularly in Cambodia, Fiji, the Philippines, and Vietnam, where enabling regulations fostered success.
Many providers in East Asia-Pacific have evolved into full-service financial platforms, offering products like credit, savings, and insurance. By June 2024, 44% of providers offered credit services, making it the most common adjacent financial product.
Despite the growth, several barriers remain, notably among women. Eight of the 12 countries surveyed still showed disparities in mobile money ownership between men and women, with limited awareness and digital financial literacy as significant barriers. Mobile money providers are addressing these issues, with nearly 60% launching digital literacy initiatives to drive adoption and close the gender gap.
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Morgan Stanley B.V. – annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024

AMSTERDAM, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Morgan Stanley B.V. hereby announces that the annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024 as expressed in article 5.25c of the Act on Financial Supervision (“Wet op het financieel toezicht”) has been made public and is available on the Morgan Stanley website:
4061 Morgan Stanley B.V. – Year 2024 – Doc
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Bybit Introduces API Access for On-Chain Earn and Flexible Savings

DUBAI, UAE, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, now offers API access for its On-Chain Earn and Flexible Savings products. Expansion to other Earn product types is currently in progress. Full technical specifications and integration instructions are available in the official API documentation.
This new integration gives institutional users and developers the ability to connect directly with Bybit’s infrastructure, enabling efficient, automated, and scalable management of their yield-generating strategies.
Bybit’s On-Chain Earn products allows users to earn rewards by participating in blockchain-based (or “on-chain”) financial opportunities such as staking and liquidity protocols. These products provide users with a DeFi-like experience by enabling interaction with smart contracts on public blockchains without the need for technical expertise. Staking in the crypto world often demands significant technical know-how and dedicated hardware, making it inaccessible for many. Bybit’s On-Chain Earn removes these barriers by handling the complexities behind the scenes — including gas fees, node operations, and reward distribution — so users can stake with ease and confidence.
An API, or Application Programming Interface, is a tool that allows different software systems to communicate. Bybit’s API allows developers and institutional users to programmatically access On-Chain Earn and Flexible Savings functions through their own platforms, enhancing customization and operational control.
“Bridging centralized access with decentralized opportunity is one of our core missions,” said Jerry Li, Head of Earn & Wealth Management at Bybit. “With API support for On-Chain Earn, we’re giving power users the infrastructure they need to build, manage, and fine-tune strategies with the speed and precision the market demands.”
The API offers structured access to key functions, including:
- An overview of currently available On-Chain Earn products, with filters by token and product category (LST, non-LST, or Mint),
- Detailed product data such as estimated APYs, staking terms, redemption timelines, minimum and maximum limits, exchange rates, and reward distribution mechanisms,
- Historical and real-time tracking of staking and redemption,
- Summaries of current positions and accrued rewards,
- Programmatic access to eligible Earn products for subscription and redemption, tailored to each supported mechanism.
This release marks a key step in Bybit’s continued efforts to support advanced users with infrastructure that connects centralized tools to decentralized finance opportunities.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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MEXC Announces the Listing of MilkyWay (MILK) with 448,000 MILK and 50,000 USDT Prize Pool

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, announces the upcoming listing of MilkyWay (MILK) on April 29, 2025 (UTC). To celebrate this significant addition to the exchange, MEXC is launching a special event with a prize pool of 448,000 MILK and 50,000 USDT for both new and existing users.
MilkyWay is a next-generation restaking protocol addressing security fragmentation across modular blockchains. As a liquid staking solution within the Celestia ecosystem and the leading restake protocol under Initia, it allows staked assets to secure multiple chains while improving capital efficiency through liquid staking (milkTIA) and AVS integration. It is currently integrated with over 10 DeFi protocols, including Osmosis, Levana, and Mars, offering users services such as trading, leverage, lending, and yield farming.MilkyWay’s TVL currently reaches $190 million.
$MILK is the governance token of the MilkyWay ecosystem. Holders can stake to support network security, vote on proposals, and earn rewards through staking, liquidity incentives, and ecosystem growth. 10% of the total supply is airdropped to Celestia TIA stakers as a tribute to early supporters.
To celebrate the listing, MEXC will launch an Airdrop+ event from April 28, 2025, 13:00 to May 8, 2025, 10:00 (UTC). The event includes the following benefits:
Benefit 1: Deposit and share 336,000 MILK (New user exclusive)
Benefit 2: Futures Challenge — Trade to share 50,000 USDT in Futures bonus (For all users)
Benefit 3: Invite new users and share 112,000 MILK (For all users)
The listing of MilkyWay (MILK) is just the latest example of MEXC’s dedication to bringing the most innovative and timely assets to its platform. According to the latest TokenInsight report, from November 1, 2024, to February 15, 2025, MEXC led the industry with an impressive 461 spot listings. During each bi-weekly period, MEXC maintained a high listing frequency, consistently ranking among the top six exchanges and demonstrating its ability to capture market trends quickly. To date, MEXC has listed more than 3,000 digital assets. MEXC will continue to maintain its industry-leading listing efficiency, innovate, and expand its offerings, ensuring users have access to the best opportunities in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.
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About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 36 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.
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Risk Disclaimer:
The information provided in this article regarding cryptocurrencies does not constitute investment advice. Given the highly volatile nature of the cryptocurrency market, investors are encouraged to carefully assess market fluctuations, the fundamentals of projects, and potential financial risks before making any trading decisions.
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