Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, Bolivia announces the integration of stablecoins into its banking system, Tether abandons mining operations in Uruguay, and the Libra Trust emerges out of the blue. Historic: Bolivia to Integrate Stablecoins Into Its […]
Coinbase is funding a pilot that will deliver $12,000 worth of USDC to 160 low‑income New Yorkers. Managed by Givedirectly, the program will help recipients while studying how the cryptocurrency is spent and exchanged. Coinbase Funds ‘Future First’ Universal Income Pilot In New York The Facts Coinbase will provide funding for a universal basic income […]
Sony launches innovative blockchain platform enabling fans to convert social media engagement into verifiable onchain influence for Japanese idol groups. Sony’s Soneium blockchain platform is revolutionizing fan interaction at the IDOL RUNWAY COLLECTION (IRC) 2026 festival by introducing an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered app that transforms social media activity into measurable fan contributions. The IRC APP, […]
On Friday — and over the past week — publicly traded bitcoin miners shrugged off the prior week’s funk and piled on a run of solid gains. Of the ten largest miners by market cap, all of them spent the last seven days comfortably swimming in green. Bitcoin Miners Erupt in Weekly Rally Across that […]
On Nov. 29, the crypto economy slipped 1.84% to $3.09 trillion, cooling off after a week that wore a brighter shade of green. Bitcoin tacked on 8.2% in gains and ethereum added 10.1%, yet plenty of other tokens outperformed the big names — and a few lagged behind entirely, refusing to hitch a ride on […]
If bitcoin’s mood had a name today, it’d be “cautiously optimistic with a hint of suspense.” After a thunderous drop and a dramatic bounce, the king of crypto now appears to be tiptoeing along a tightrope of indecision, with bulls and bears exchanging awkward glances but neither making the first move. Bitcoin Chart Outlook The […]
A dedicated mortgage broking service for cryptocurrency investors has been launched in Australia, aiming to help holders of digital assets translate their crypto wealth into property ownership. Bridging Mortgages and Crypto Strategies A new player has entered the mortgage market with the launch of Mortgage On Chain, Australia’s first broking service dedicated to cryptocurrency investors. […]
Ghana is set to overhaul its gold sector with a blockchain-powered track and trace system by the end of 2026, ensuring full traceability and certified origin of all gold exports. Aggressive Reforms and Extended Timeline Ghana is preparing for an overhaul of its gold sector with the introduction of a blockchain-powered track and trace system […]
Out of nowhere, an organization has emerged that claims it will invest funds obtained through the Libra token sale to fund Argentine companies through grants: the Libra Trust. This trust may have been funded by Kelsier Ventures CEO, Hayden Davis, to fulfill the token’s original purpose. Libra Trust Launches to Give Grants to Argentine Companies […]
Tether, one of the largest cryptocurrency companies, has finally confirmed its exit from Uruguay after a breakdown in its negotiations with UTE, the national power company. The local press reported that the company fired 30 workers and notified the national labor ministry (MTSS) of these actions. Tether Leaves Uruguay, Abandons $500 Million Mining Investment The […]
Global digital asset investor DWF Labs targets next-generation decentralized finance projects across Ethereum, BNB Chain, Solana, and Base ecosystems. DWF Labs has announced a $75 million investment fund focused on advancing decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure, targeting projects building perpetual decentralized exchanges (DEXs), money markets, and yield protocols. Managing Partner Andrei Grachev emphasized the fund’s strategic […]
Blockrise secures a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation license, positioning itself as a regulated bitcoin-only platform across the European Union. Rotterdam-based Blockrise, a Dutch bitcoin startup, has been granted a license by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) under the new European Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). The license enables Blockrise to provide Bitcoin […]
Crypto.com’s Global Head of Predictions, Travis McGhee, argues that prediction markets outperform traditional polling, citing the 2024 U.S. presidential election as proof. While they face ongoing legal battles, McGhee remains confident that courts will ultimately favor the industry. Why Prediction Markets Have the Edge According to Travis McGhee, Global Head of Predictions at Crypto.com, prediction […]
AMINA Bank and Crypto Finance successfully pilot distributed ledger technology for near-instant, compliant financial transactions on Google Cloud Universal Ledger platform. Swiss financial institutions AMINA Bank and Crypto Finance have completed a pilot program demonstrating distributed ledger technology’s (DLT) potential to modernize cross-border payments. Conducted on the Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL) platform, the pilot […]
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Paxos strengthens its blockchain infrastructure by acquiring Fordefi, a multi-party computation (MPC) wallet technology provider trusted by nearly 300 global institutions. Paxos has announced the acquisition of Fordefi, a New York and Tel Aviv-based institutional-grade custody and wallet technology company. The strategic move combines Paxos’ regulated blockchain infrastructure expertise with Fordefi’s advanced multi-party computation wallet […]
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Barstool founder Dave Portnoy boasted about his “buying the dip” strategy days after investing $2 million into XRP, ethereum and bitcoin during a market plunge. Doubling Down After the Plunge Barstool founder Dave Portnoy once again boasted about his “buying the dip” strategy just days after purchasing XRP tokens worth $1 million. Portnoy, who had […]
The ECB says rapid stablecoin growth raises financial-stability concerns for the euro area despite currently limited local exposure. The European Central Bank (ECB) on Monday published a report authored by Senne Aerts, Claudia Lambert and Elisa Reinhold noting that global stablecoin market capitalization now exceeds $280 billion and is dominated by US dollar-denominated tokens ( […]
Spot gold prices inched up early Tuesday as markets pre-positioned ahead of an expected Federal Reserve interest-rate cut — prediction markets put the probability at about 83%. Gold Edges up as Markets Expect Federal Reserve to Cut Rates The Facts Metal investors have reacted positively to the expectation of a rate cut, taking positions to […]
It was another bruising week for bitcoin and ether ETFs, both of which posted deep outflows, while solana ETFs once again stood out as the lone winner. ETF Markets Split: Bitcoin and Ether Sink as Solana Stays Green Some weeks tell a story before the numbers even settle. This one was loud, lopsided, and unmistakably […]
Thai crypto exchange Bitkub is reported to consider an IPO in Hong Kong that could raise roughly $200 million. Bloomberg reports on November 24, 2025 that Bangkok‑based Bitkub, founded in 2018, is considering an initial public offering in Hong Kong as early as next year to raise about $200 million, after previously weighing a Thailand […]
While markets initially reacted with uncertainty to Japan’s massive stimulus, the long-term effects of a weak yen and measures to defend it could propel bitcoin to new records, even amid the current uncertain macroeconomic backdrop. Japanese Yen Weakness Might Unleash Record-Breaking Bitcoin Bull Run The Facts The current weakness of the Japanese yen, which hit […]
Bitwise XRP ETF, BTC Narrative Collapse, SEC Speeds Crypto ETFs, Bitcoin Panic Selling, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Bitwise’s new XRP ETF launched on the NYSE as mainstream interest grows, a sharp bitcoin price drop led analysts to call the BTC narrative collapse “inevitable” amid a market rout that cut […]
While China’s holdings of U.S. Treasuries ticked up slightly in August and September, the broader outlook for 2025 remains unchanged. China continues a steady retreat from U.S. debt instruments amid concerns about its growth. China’s U.S. Treasury Figures Hold Steady, Overall ‘Derisking’ Policy Continues The Facts The figures of U.S. Treasuries held by China have […]
Bitcoin’s hashprice has fallen to a new all-time low below $35 per petahash per second (PH/s), hit by the combination of bitcoin’s price drop and persistently high network difficulty. This article is from Theminermag, a trade publication for the cryptocurrency mining industry, focusing on the latest news and research on institutional bitcoin mining companies. BTC […]
UK authorities have stepped up efforts to dismantle crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers are a vital link between illicit cash and digital assets. Cash Couriers Bridge Physical and Digital Crime United Kingdom (UK) authorities have intensified efforts to disrupt crypto-linked money laundering networks, warning that cash couriers remain a critical link in […]
The firm commented that, while flows associated with digital asset treasury companies had reached huge levels of crypto investments in August, these numbers have plummeted, evidencing the lack of interest that institutions have in crypto amidst the ongoing market carnage. Delphi Digital Highlights Institutions Opted out of Crypto as the Market Carnage Grows The Facts […]
Bitcoin’s price stands at $83,864 to $84,135 over the last 60 minutes, with a market capitalization standing firm at $1.67 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $92.60 billion. Within the day, bitcoin maneuvered between $81,050 and $85,428, flirting with volatility while signaling technical distress across nearly every time frame. Bitcoin Chart Outlook From the […]
The congressional commission that investigated Libra issued its final report, which suggests President Milei should be investigated due to his promotion of the project. The investigation found that Milei had included his image to promote other currencies, like KIP, and reported facing difficulties. Final Libra Report: Congress Concludes President Milei Should Be Investigated The Facts […]
Bitmain Technologies is reportedly under a federal investigation, dubbed Operation Red Sunset, to determine whether its devices pose a threat to U.S. national security. Federal Probe and Scope of Investigation Bitmain Technologies Ltd., the Chinese manufacturer that supplies most of the world’s Bitcoin-mining machines, has been the subject of a months-long federal investigation into whether […]
The Brazilian Federal Revenue Service has revised the rules for tax declarations on crypto assets. The new rules require foreign exchanges to report transactions to the agency and mandate that DeFi operations be disclosed. New Brazilian Tax Rules Target Foreign Exchanges, DeFi Activities The Facts The Brazilian Tax Agency (Receita Federal) has published new rules […]
Bitcoin prices lost another key level, moving under $84K as Japan approved a stimulus package that aims to put nearly $273 billion behind its worsening economy. Analysts assess that the uncertainty caused by this development might creep into stock markets and affect bitcoin, which is correlated with risk assets. Bitcoin Loses $85K, Liquidations Hit Over […]
Bitcoin is holding just above $90,000 after a sharp macro-driven pullback, as shifting Federal Reserve expectations and ongoing ETF outflows weigh on sentiment. BTC Holds Above $90K as Macro Repricing Pressures Risk Assets Bitcoin has found short-term stability this week, trading just above the critical $90,000 mark after a volatile stretch marked by firmer interest […]
The cryptocurrency market has experienced significant volatility this week, driven by macroeconomic pressures and concerns about the bursting of the AI bubble. Despite this, the market intelligence platform Santiment argued that the onchain market value to realized value ratio indicates a prime buying opportunity. Macro Headwinds Batter Altcoins The volatility of the cryptocurrency market has […]
Safepal announced a native integration with Hyperliquid, the high‑performance DEX for perpetual futures, enabling users to trade perps with up to 40x leverage (including BTC and ETH pairs) directly within Safepal’s software and hardware wallets. The V4.10.4 app update adds onchain orderbook access, HyperEVM asset support, a Dapp explorer for the Hyperliquid ecosystem and seamless […]
Europol, working with the European Union Intellectual Property Office and Spain’s National Police, said on Nov. 19, 2025, that investigators traced roughly $55 million in cryptocurrency connected to illicit streaming and other digital piracy services. The operation identified 69 targeted sites (with an estimated 11.8 million annual visitors), referred 25 illicit IPTV services to crypto […]
Bitcoin mining giant Bitfury has announced a $1 billion investment initiative aimed at backing ethical technology, AI, and next-generation decentralized systems. The company plans to deploy $200 million in the first year as it pivots toward future-focused innovation. Bitcoin Miner Bitfury Bets Big on Ethical AI With Bold Investment Plan Bitfury, one of the earliest […]
Wirex and Stellar activate onchain Visa settlement using USDC and EURC for over seven million Wirex users. Wirex announced on November 18, 2025 that, in partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation, it has gone live with dual‑stablecoin settlement using USDC and EURC on the Stellar blockchain, integrated directly with Visa to settle card transactions onchain […]
Mastercard expands Crypto Credential to self‑custody wallets using Polygon to enable verified, username‑style aliases. Mastercard, Polygon Labs, and Mercuryo announced on November 18, 2025 that Mastercard Crypto Credential will extend to self‑custody wallets, with Polygon chosen as the initial blockchain network and Mercuryo as the first issuer to onboard verified users and create alias‑based credentials. […]
On the morning of Nov. 18, the altcoin market experienced a steep decline, with the total market capitalization briefly falling to $1.28 trillion, following bitcoin’s plunge below $90,000. AI Bubble Fears Fuel Bearish Sentiment On early Nov. 18, just hours after bitcoin ( BTC) plunged below $90,000 for the first time since April 22, the […]
The crypto market cap plunged to $3.15 trillion on Nov. 17, driven by a global market rout intensified by fears of an AI bubble burst, a concern echoed by Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Economist Tracy Shuchart argued the decline was inevitable due to the collapse of BTC’s recent macro narrative. Bitcoin’s Correction and Liquidation Cascade […]
The Trump Organization unveils Trump International Hotel Maldives and the first tokenized hotel development project. Dar Global and The Trump Organization announced on November 17, 2025 in Dubai the Trump International Hotel Maldives, a resort of about 80 ultra‑luxury beach and overwater villas located 25 minutes by speedboat from Malé, scheduled to open by the […]
El Salvador added nearly 1,100 BTC to its reserves over the past seven days, taking advantage of low prices from the recent market downturn. Bukele reported the purchases on social media and celebrated the development, but the move raises concerns about compliance with the IMF agreement. El Salvador Purchases 1,098 Bitcoin, Strategic Reserve Reaches 7,474 […]
Bitcoin and ether ETFs experienced significant outflows, resulting in a combined loss of $1.84 billion over the week. Solana ETFs, however, continued their upward momentum, securing another week of inflows despite broad market weakness. Another Red Week for BTC and ETH ETFs as Solana Holds Its Winning Streak Some weeks unfold slowly; others tell the […]
UNIfication Proposal, JPM Coin Launch, USDC Tops $73B, XRP ETF Surge, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Uniswap’s “UNIfication Proposal” from founder Hayden Adams proposes fee activation, UNI burns and governance changes, JPMorgan rolled out JPM Coin on Coinbase’s Base network marking a tradfi–Web3 push, Circle reported record Q3 with USDC […]
Gabriel Campa, Head of Digital Assets at Towerbank, stated that he believes Argentine banks are ready to enter the cryptocurrency services market. He highlighted that many have already finalized software for this end, and are waiting to be greenlighted by regulators. Banks Are Already Prepared to Offer Crypto Services in Argentina, Says Towerbank Executive The […]
Pal stated that crypto markets are currently reflecting a problem in the U.S. economic plumbing, acting as a leading indicator for an upcoming crisis. While stock markets are shielded from this for now, he believes that if the liquidity crisis is not solved quickly, the could be contagion. Raoul Pal: Crypto Markets Are Suffering From […]
Amboss Technologies and Lightning provider Voltage announced an enterprise integration that pairs Voltage’s Lightning Payments API with Amboss Rails to let businesses accept near‑instant, low‑cost bitcoin and stablecoin payments while earning yield on self‑custodied bitcoin. The stack uses Taproot Assets for in‑flight exchanges between bitcoin and stablecoins and automates liquidity management so treasuries can generate […]
Alibaba’s cross‑border e‑commerce unit said it will roll out new artificial intelligence (AI) subscription features and explore a stablecoin‑like tokenization system for B2B payments using JPMorgan’s tokenization technology. Kuo Zhang, president of Alibaba.com, told CNBC the initiative aims to simplify cross‑border settlement by using tokenized fiat for faster, more uniform payments across its global platform. […]
