20 October 2025 – VALR, South Africa’s largest crypto exchange, has secured ODP and FSP licenses from the FSCA, enabling it to offer regulated crypto derivatives and traditional financial products. This milestone positions South Africa as a leader in crypto regulation and bridges the gap between digital and traditional finance.

VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange, has teamed up with the DHL Stormers to drive crypto adoption through rugby. Featured on MyBroadband, the “Crypto For Everyone” campaign includes fan rewards, branded gear, and a push for a more inclusive financial future.

VALR, a leading global crypto exchange based in Johannesburg, South Africa, has successfully completed a Proof of Reserves audit by blockchain security firm Hacken. The audit confirms VALR’s full 1:1 collateralization across major digital assets like BTC, ETH, SOL, USDT, and USDC, with reserve ratios exceeding 100%. This milestone underscores VALR’s commitment to transparency, financial integrity, and user trust amid growing industry demand for accountability. With over 1.5 million users and institutional backing from Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures, and Fidelity’s F-Prime, VALR continues to set a high standard in crypto compliance and security. Read the full report at Hacken.io.

VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, today announced an exclusive multi-year partnership with the DHL Stormers, becoming the ‘Official Crypto Exchange Partner’ of the Western Cape’s premier rugby team.

VALR launches xStocks, pioneering tokenised US equities trading in South Africa. Offering price exposure to leading US stocks like Tesla and Nvidia, VALR enhances financial inclusion and simplifies investment opportunities in Africa.

Discover how VALR is bringing private credit to crypto with USDPC - a yield-bearing token backed by asset-backed loans, now available to all clients.

VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange, recently sponsored Istanbul Blockchain Week 2025, where Co-founders Farzam Ehsani and Badi Sudhakaran shared their vision for a global financial system.

VALR has partnered with MoonPay to expand global crypto access, enabling users in 180+ countries to buy crypto using credit or debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and other payment methods.

VALR has launched DeFi Lending, making it easy to earn hourly rewards by lending crypto like USDC, USDT, and ETH.

Celebrate with us as our CEO, Farzam Ehsani, reflects on seven years of growth, innovation, and the future of crypto.

Earn hourly yield on ZAR, Bitcoin, stablecoins (USDT/USDC) and other crypto assets.

From new features and listings to hosting events, launching the VALR Podcast, and surpassing 1 million users, here’s a look at how 2024 shaped up at VALR.

Here’s to 1 million users and counting.

Trade Dogecoin (DOGE) on VALR’s Spot market using rands (ZAR)

Read more on VALR's collaboration with Circle, the issuer of USDC

You can now trade EURC on VALR and deposit Euros via SWIFT and SEPA transfers for seamless conversion to EURC.

Enjoy Solana Summer on VALR. 300 SOL in rewards and daily airdrops.

VALR has embarked on a significant tour across Europe, fostering key partnerships to shape the future of finance.

VALR, South Africa's largest cryptocurrency exchange, expands internationally

VALR's global futures trading programme with the biggest prize pool of its kind in crypto history