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Cryptonews Tags Brazil

# Brazil

Based on the news coming from that country, Brazil seems to be leading the charge when it comes to the cryptocurrency boom rocking the South American markets. While the Latin American countries such as Venezuela fuel its crypto fever out of sheer economic necessity, Brazilian crypto scene seeks to break new financial and technological grounds. In 2019, one Brazilian cryptocurrency exchange managed to win a legal battle with a bank that had hoped to close its accounts. This was seen as an important victory at the time when the Brazilian government wants to rein in the crypto transactions and regulate the market at all costs.

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Brazil to Explore Blockchain for BRICS Cross-Border Trade: Report

Brazil is spearheading a blockchain initiative within BRICS to improve cross-border trade efficiency. Moving away from common currency plans, the initiative prioritizes speed, transparency, and regulatory oversight, with projects like Drex and Pix shaping Brazil’s digital payment landscape.

, by Jimmy Aki
Blockchain News
Brazil’s Electoral Court Charges Candidate With Failing to Declare BTC Holdings

An electoral court in Brazil has charged a political candidate with failing to declare his Bitcoin (BTC) holdings.

, by Tim Alper
Blockchain News
Brazil Approves World’s First Spot XRP ETF by Hashdex

Hashdex has secured approval from Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission to launch the world’s first spot XRP ETF, offering investors direct exposure to XRP via Brazil’s B3 stock exchange. The approval could pave the way for further crypto ETFs and signals growing institutional interest in digital assets.

, by Hassan Shittu
Digital Asset Platform Mercado Bitcoin and Plume Network Tokenize $40M in Brazilian Assets
Mercado Bitcoin teams up with Plume Network to tokenize $40M in real-world assets, bridging blockchain with traditional finance in Brazil.
, by Tanzeel Akhtar
Brazil’s B3 Stock Exchange to Launch Bitcoin Options and Futures for ETH and SOL
Brazil’s B3 is expanding its crypto offerings with the introduction of Bitcoin options and futures contracts for Ethereum and Solana.
, by Ruholamin Haqshanas
Brazil Crypto Surge Driven by Stablecoins Capturing 90% of Flow
Brazil has seen a remarkable surge in crypto usage over the past few years, central bank chief Gabriel Galipolo noted. He explained that about 90% of the digital asset flow in the country stems from stablecoins. These coins are pegged to tangible assets like the US dollar. As a result, they...
, by Shalini Nagarajan
Lawmaker’s Draft Bill Could Let Brazilian Funds Invest in Crypto
Brazilian funds could get the green light to invest in crypto and buy Bitcoin (BTC) if parliament approves a lawmaker’s draft private member’s bill. The bill, uploaded to the Brazilian parliament’s official website, is the brainchild of Adriana Ventura. Could Bill Let Brazilian Funds Invest...
, by Tim Alper
Worldcoin Reportedly ‘Flouting Brazil Ban,’ But Escapes Habeas Corpus Trouble
Worldcoin (WLD) and its operator Tools for Humanity are reportedly continuing to operate in Brazil’s São Paulo despite a ban on giving citizens crypto in exchange for their biometric data. However, the company appears to be safe from a Habeas Corpus lawsuit. The case raised “ethical” concerns...
, by Tim Alper
Brazil Bans Worldcoin from Providing Crypto or Financial Incentives for Biometric Data
Brazil has ordered Tools for Humanity (TFH), the company behind Worldcoin, to cease offering crypto in exchange for biometric data.
, by Ruholamin Haqshanas
Brazilian Financial Regulator Announces Plan to Reform Crypto Tax Laws
The top Brazilian financial regulator has announced a plan to reform the nation’s crypto tax laws. In an official release from the Receita Federal (RF), the regulator said it would change the way it taxes crypto trading profits in “the first quarter of 2025.” Brazilian Financial Regulator to...
, by Tim Alper
Binance Acquires Licensed Broker-Dealer in Brazil
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, has secured approval from the Central Bank of Brazil to acquire Sim;paul, a licensed broker-dealer in Latin America.
, by Tanzeel Akhtar
Brazilians Invest Between 7% and 35% of Their Assets in Crypto – Survey
More Brazilians invest, trade, or hold Bitcoin and altcoins than ever before, a survey conducted by the nation’s top regulator found, with investors spending between 7% and 35% of their money on tokens. The Brazilian media outlet Livecoins reported that the survey was conducted by the...
, by Tim Alper
Brazilian Lawmaker Proposes Bitcoin Reserve to Diversify National Assets
Brazilian Congressman Eros Biondini has introduced a bill proposing the creation of a national Bitcoin reserve.
, by Ruholamin Haqshanas
Central Bank of Brazil Invites Applications for CBDC Pilot
The Central Bank of Brazil opened applications on October 14 for companies to participate in the second phase of its digital currency (CBDC) pilot, Drex. From October 14 to November 29, firms can submit proposals to contribute to the project to enhance Brazil’s financial system through...
, by Hassan Shittu
Argentina Surpasses Brazil as Latin America’s Leading Crypto Market by User Inflows
Argentina has emerged as the top cryptocurrency market in Latin America, surpassing Brazil in estimated crypto inflows.
, by Ruholamin Haqshanas
Crypto Platforms Support Brazil’s Real-Pegged Stablecoin BRL1 Set for Launch This Year
Brazil’s top cryptocurrency exchanges — Mercado Bitcoin, Foxbit, and Bitso — have joined forces to launch BRL1, a Brazilian real-pegged stablecoin (R$1 = 1 BRL1). According to a local source, this new digital asset is designed to simplify cryptocurrency transactions between platforms without...
, by Hassan Shittu
Brazil Explores DeFi Integration in Drex CBDC Pilot
Brazil is advancing its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) initiative, Drex, by integrating decentralized finance (DeFi) elements into the project. The latest initiative aims to modernize Brazil's financial infrastructure and has introduced new phases of experimentation that incorporate DeFi...
, by Hassan Shittu
Ripple Partners with Mercado Bitcoin for Crypto Cross-Border Payments in Brazil
Ripple has launched its end-to-end payments solution in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to enhance cross-border transactions using blockchain technology. According to a recent press release, Mercado Bitcoin will use the Ripple Payments platform to streamline cross-border payments...
, by Hongji Feng
Brazil’s Crypto Community Voices Concerns Over the Impact of X (Twitter) Ban
Brazil’s Federal Supreme Court banned X (formerly known as Twitter) on August 30, disrupting a crucial platform for crypto investors and causing widespread difficulties for Brazil’s crypto community. The suspension came after Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the platform to be shut down,...
, by Rachel Wolfson
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