The National Securities Commission (CNV) and other Argentine authorities discussed the progress and challenges for the regulation of the financial sector and cryptocurrencies. The debate took place during an event on prevention of money laundering held a few days ago. At the event, the president of the CNV, Roberto Silva, spoke about the progress made … Read more
After learning that the first phase of the cryptocurrency laundering process, implemented in Argentina since last July, will be extended until October 31, representatives of cryptocurrency exchanges are presenting their first balance sheets. In statements to local media, platforms such as Bitso and Lemon offered some statistics, ensuring that money laundering has exceeded their expectations. … Read more
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by transaction volume, rolled out the red carpet for the local community in Argentina at the first-ever Bybit P2P Meetup in Buenos Aires. The event showcased Bybit’s commitment to building communities in new markets, celebrating cryptocurrency enthusiasts, and fostering connections through deep localization. Local P2P operators were the protagonists … Read more
“We are talking about Bitcoin (BTC), which is an issue in which El Salvador is being a pioneer,” said Victoria Villarruel, vice president of Argentina and president of the nation’s Senate, today after receiving the Salvadoran president, Nayib Bukele. The Salvadoran president visited Congress, on his second day of an official visit to Argentina, when … Read more
Key facts: In Misiones, a law was passed that allows the seizure of electronic devices without a court order. The missionary legislation claims to aim to “combat the spread of fake news.” Manuel Adorni, presidential spokesperson for the Government of Argentina, expressed in a recent press conference that he finds all censorship “worrying under any … Read more
The controversy is on. “What does the government intend to do against the media and freedom of digital expression?” they comment on Colombian social networks in response to the advancement of a bill on digital security. A complaint that is repeated among Argentine tweeters due to the approval of a similar regulation in the province … Read more
“Argentina will be a beacon of freedom,” said Javier Milei’s government at the Summit of the Future, within the framework of the 79th General Assembly of the United Nations, in a statement that decided to disassociate itself from the global initiative supported by 193 countries. Other countries that opposed or were absent from the vote … Read more
Argentina and Brazil received a 1 bitcoin grant for key events in the bitcoin (BTC) ecosystem, LaBitconf, Descentralizar and Satsconf, as part of a total donation of 1 billion satoshis (equivalent to 10 BTC) by the Human Rights Foundation (HRF) to 20 global projects. This donationintended to cover travel expenses for developers and keynote speakers, … Read more
Key facts: Binance’s registration was made to make the platform suitable for cryptocurrency laundering According to new regulations, exchanges must register with the CNV. BinanceBinance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has registered its international company in Argentina. The registration, effective and visible in the public registry of Virtual Asset Service Providers (PSAV) on the website … Read more
Key facts: The waiting list to apply for the card is now open. Serrano, CEO of Ripio, expects the launch to take place in October. Gravela bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrency exchange founded in Argentina, announced the launch of a Visa credit card for users in Argentina and Brazil. This works through decentralized finance (DeFi) without … Read more