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The Need for a Wallet A cryptocurrency wallet is essential for anyone engaging with digital assets, offering:
  1. Self-Custody & Security
    • Full control over private keys, eliminating reliance on third-party custodians.
  2. Borderless Transactions
    • Instant global transfers without intermediaries or banking delays.
  3. Access to Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
    • Earn yield, stake assets, and interact with blockchain applications.
  4. Enhanced Privacy
    • Conduct transactions without unnecessary personal data exposure. Screenshot2025 12 06142238 Pn

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Why Shiga Wallet Stands Out

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1. Regulatory Compliance & Security

  • Non-custodial architecture (users retain full asset control).
  • Licensed Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) in the EU, ensuring adherence to financial regulations.

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2. Seamless Fiat-to-Crypto Integration

  • Instant conversions between stablecoins (USDT/USDC) and fiat (USD, EUR, etc.), reducing reliance on external exchanges.

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3. Multi-Chain Support

  • Unified access to Ethereum, Solana, and other leading blockchain networks—no need for multiple wallets.

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4. Business-Optimized Features

  • Shared wallets for team-based asset management.
  • Tax and reporting tools for streamlined compliance.
  • Pan-African liquidity support, facilitating cross-border trade.

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5. Cost Efficiency

  • Optimized gas fees and transaction routing to minimize costs (as shown by the “Gas Fee Saved” metric).
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Managing Multiple Wallets

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Accessing the Wallets Page

Navigate to the Wallets section from the left sidebar to view all your cryptocurrency wallets.

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Total Wallet Balance Overview

The wallets page displays:
  • Total Wallet Balance across all currencies (e.g., ₦59,977.72).
  • Currency View Selector - Choose which currency to display balances in:
    • Naira (NGN)
    • Euro (EUR)
    • Dollar (USD)
    • Pound (GBP)

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Action Buttons:

  • Swap - Exchange between different cryptocurrencies.
  • Send - Transfer crypto to other addresses.
  • Receive - Generate receiving addresses.

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Available Wallet Types

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Stablecoin Wallets:

  • USDT - Tether (US Dollar stablecoin).
  • USDC - USD Coin.

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Network-Specific Wallets:

EVM Wallet (Default).
  • Balance: ₦41,499.81
  • Includes multiple blockchain networks:
    • Arbitrum - ₦14,379.70 (Free to send).
    • Base - ₦5,838.15 (Free to send).
    • Celo - ₦0 (Free to send).
    • Ethereum - ₦17,816.44 (Gas fees apply).
    • Optimism - ₦0 (Free to send).
    • Polygon - ₦3,465.50 (Free to send).
Solana Wallet (Free To Send)
  • Balance: ₦12,941.73
  • Wallet Address: 6PLhr…r4f9H.

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Gas Fees Information

  • Gas fees saved: $0.3781026.
  • Networks marked “Free to send” have no transaction fees.
  • Ethereum transactions may incur gas fees.
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Wallet Details and Transactions

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Viewing Individual Wallet Details

Click on any wallet to view detailed information and transaction history. Wallet Details Page Includes:

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Balance Information:

  • Current Balance in both crypto and local currency.
  • Example: Ethereum Balance (USDC) - ₦17,909.

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Wallet Address:

  • Your unique wallet address for receiving funds.
  • Example: 0x8A6…9112B.
  • Copy Button - Easily copy your address.
  • View Wallet On-Chain - Check your wallet on the blockchain explorer.

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Action Buttons:

  • Send - Transfer funds from this wallet.
  • Receive - Generate QR code or share address for incoming transfers.

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Wallet Transaction History

The transaction history section displays: Filter Options:
  • Search by amount or address.
  • Filter by transaction type (dropdown menu).
  • Filter by date range.
  • Refresh button to update transaction list.
  • Clear Filter option.
Transaction Details: Each transaction shows:
  • Transaction Type (Sent/Received/Swapped).
  • Date and Time (e.g., 26 September, 2025 - 3:43 PM).
  • Amount (e.g., 2.75 USDC, 1.37 USDC).
  • Recipient/Sender Address (truncated, e.g., “to 0x45e…aFf00”).
  • Status (Completed/Pending/Failed).
  • View Details Arrow - Click to see full transaction information.

    What’s a Gas Fee?
  • Gas Fee: A small fee paid to process transactions on the blockchain. Think of it as the “fuel” that keeps the crypto world running!
  • Sending stablecoins on Shiga is very cheap compared to the Centralised and Decentralised exchanges.
Always double-check the wallet address before sending or receiving crypto. One wrong character, and your funds could be lost forever!
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