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
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Crypto Biz: Jump Crypto exec steps down, first MiCA deadline looms, and more
This week’s Crypto Biz explores the departure of Jump Crypto’s CEO, Animoca Brands’ return to public markets, the corporate dispute between Riot and Bitfarms, and other news. Go to Source
Biden vetoes House and Senate votes on SEC’s anti-crypto resolution: Law Decoded
United States President Joe Biden has vetoed a resolution that would have overruled the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121. Go to Source
Ripple Report: Crypto and CBDCs Transforming Global Payments
Ripple’s recently published 2023 Trends in Regional Payments ebook highlights the transformative role of cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) in the global payments landscape. Latin America is witnessing a digital transformation with a shift towards crypto-powered solutions and CBDCs, despite resistance from sector incumbents. In Africa, crypto-enabled payments are enhancing accessibility and affordability, … Read more
Brazil leads LATAM crypto trading with $6B volume in 2024
Brazil recorded a 30% increase in crypto trading volume in the first months of 2024, outpacing USD weekly trading volume since mid-January. Go to Source
Who is Javier Milei, Argentina’s market-friendly president
Javier Milei, also known as “El Loco,” has proposed dissolving Argentina’s central bank and envisions a society in which contracts will replace governments. Go to Source
OKX launches crypto exchange, wallet services in Brazil
The global cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 service provider launched a local exchange and Web3 wallet in Brazil as the country continues its competitive crypto streak. Go to Source
Brazil’s crypto regulatory environment is driving competitiveness — CEO of Coinext
Bitcoin maximalist José Ribeiro, CEO of crypto exchange Coinext, spoke with Cointelegraph at the Web Summit about Brazil’s cryptocurrency landscape. Go to Source
Brazil rolls out blockchain-based digital ID
Brazil is launching its new national identity program powered by blockchain technology. Rio de Janeiro, Goiás, and Paraná will be the first states to issue identification documents on-chain. Go to Source
Buenos Aires to issue blockchain-based digital ID
The first documents to be available on-chain in Buenos Aires include birth and marriage certificates, along with proof of income and academic verification. Go to Source
