Brazil
Brazilian Crypto Unicorn 2TM Lays Off Over 80 Employees
The company cited “the changing global financial landscape.” Its main competitor in Latin America, Bitso, laid off a similar number of people last week.

Brazilian Stock Exchange B3 to Launch Bitcoin Futures Within Six Months
The firm is building the infrastructure to offer crypto market access to end users, CFO André Milanez said on Monday.

Brazil’s Largest Brokerage, XP, Set to Launch Crypto Trading Feature
Built on Nasdaq's trading technology, the platform will allow users to buy bitcoin and ether.

Nubank, Brazil’s Largest Digital Bank, Launches Bitcoin and Ether Trading
The trading and custody service is being provided by blockchain infrastructure company Paxos.

Bitcoin Back Over $40K as More Countries Embrace Crypto
Fresh signs emerged of accumulation by investors and greater adoption by nations from Africa to Central and South America.

Dubai-Based Bybit Makes Move Into Latin America With Launch of Brazil Operation
Brazil is seen as a big prize, with a number of crypto exchanges eyeing the country in 2022.

Brazilian Senate Plenary Approves Bill Regulating Crypto Transactions
The bill will be voted on by the Chamber of Deputies and, if approved, can be vetoed by the executive branch.

Brazilian Crypto Asset Manager Hashdex Approved to List ETPs in Switzerland
Hashdex is currently recruiting teams in London, Zurich, Paris and Lisbon to meet its expansion plans.

Latin American Crypto Exchange Bitso Hires New Brazil Chief
The executive once had leadership roles at Citibank and HSBC.

Owner of Brazil’s Largest Crypto Exchange Plans to Launch Quantitative Trading Service
The holding company for Mercado Bitcoin, which is in talks to be acquired by Coinbase, is partnering with local player Giant Steps.
