Buenos Aires rolls out blockchain-based ID for 3.6M residents
Residents of the Argentine capital now have access to decentralized digital IDs on their mobile devices, powered by the scaling protocol ZKsync Era. Go to Source
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P2P Exchange El Dorado Debuts Gasless Tron-Based USDT Transactions in Latin America
El Dorado, a Latam-focused peer-to-peer (P2P) exchange, has partnered with Tron DAO to offer gasless TRC20-USDT transactions for its customers. Until October 30, each user will be able to perform a limited number of withdrawals with no costs associated. This aims to promote the adoption of the Tron blockchain in the region while enjoying the … Read more
Avalanche Powers Littio’s New USD Savings Accounts in Latin America
Littio, a Colombian neobank, has joined forces with Avalanche to offer interest-bearing USD accounts through Opentrade’s blockchain-based platform. The partnership aims to provide financial solutions to Latin Americans facing high inflation and currency devaluation. Neobank Littio Uses Avalanche to Boost Financial Services in Latin America Littio, known for its mobile banking services, is using Opentrade’s … Read more
Ripple and Mercado Bitcoin to launch crypto-enabled payments in Brazil
Mercado Bitcoin, one of the largest crypto exchanges in Latin America and a partner of Mastercard, is working with Ripple on crypto-enabled international payments. Go to Source
How China’s Economic Slowdown Will Transform Global Trade, Expert Insights
China’s slowing economy is poised to redefine its global trade relationships, particularly with the Global South. Assistant professor Ning Leng of Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy discussed how these internal economic challenges might prompt China to boost investments in regions like Southeast Asia and Latin America. China’s Economic Shift and Its Global Implications … Read more
India, Nigeria, Indonesia Lead Chainalysis 2024 Crypto Adoption Index
India, Nigeria, and Indonesia top Chainalysis’ latest global crypto adoption index, which ranks 151 countries based on grassroots cryptocurrency usage, adjusted for population and purchasing power. The report notes strong growth in crypto activity, particularly in lower-income nations. Chainalysis Highlights Global Cryptocurrency Adoption Blockchain data analytics firm Chainalysis published an excerpt from its 2024 Geography … Read more
BlackRock launches Ether ETF in Brazil
The asset manager has expanded its portfolio of crypto-based products in Brazil with the debut of the recently launched iShares Ethereum Trust through a depositary receipt. Go to Source
Venezuela blocks Binance, X amid presidential election dispute
Binance has assured its users that their funds are safe after Venezuela cut off access to the exchange and social media platform X. Go to Source
Bitso Integrates Lightspark for Bitcoin Lightning Network
Bitso, a leading Latin American cryptocurrency platform, has announced its partnership with Lightspark to incorporate the Bitcoin Lightning Network into its services. This integration aims to enhance the speed and affordability of bitcoin transactions for Bitso’s users. Bitso Adds Lightning Support via Lightspark The integration of Lightspark Connect will allow Bitso‘s 8 million retail customers … Read more
Crypto adoption in Argentina soars amid 276% inflation spike
Argentina has emerged as the top market on Binance — one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges — in terms of the number of visitors. Go to Source
