Local reports indicate that while the central bank maintains a ban on banks offering crypto services, two banking holding groups are preparing to offer digital peso stablecoin alternatives for businesses that would take advantage of the perks associated w... See more
Key Takeaways An IMF report revealed Brazil’s crypto flows outpace traditional capital, driving calls for strict oversight. The IMF warned Brazil lacks asset segregation and Travel Rule enforcement, leaving crypto users at risk. Tight links between crypto... See more
Key Takeaways By purchasing 70% of IBM’s blockchain portfolio, Circle became the top US holder of these patents. The 1,000-patent acquisition bolsters Circle’s infrastructure for internet financial systems like USDC. Though deal terms are undisclosed, the... See more
The move encompasses the acquisition of nearly 1,000 patents issued worldwide across 680 patent families, putting Circle as one of the largest holders of blockchain patents in the U.S. and internationally. The company qualified IP as critical for expandin... See more
Key Takeaways A Brazilian farm secured a $20K loan using tokenized cows as collateral, boosting value by reducing risk. Crypto comprises just 0.7% of El Salvador’s 2026 remittances as citizens stick to traditional channels. An Argentine bill proposes lett... See more