South America

Venezuela's Crypto Exchanges, Miners Must Register Under New Rules

Venezuela has activated new regulations for crypto service providers in the country, including exchange platforms and miners.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 4, 2019

Bitfury has teamed up with a South Korean firm to mine bitcoin using cheap, clean hydro power in Paraguay.

By Yogita KhatriFeb 4, 2019

Peer-to-peer cryptocurrency exchange AirTM has raised $7 million it says it will use to expand in troubled Latin American economies.

By Nikhilesh DeAug 29, 2018

Argentina saw one of its largest-ever bitcoin events last week, one that showcased how it's still a regional leader in promoting the technology.

By Belen MartyApr 10, 2018

Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro claimed Tuesday that a presale for the country's national cryptocurrency netted $735 million on its first day.

By Stan HigginsFeb 21, 2018

The Superintendency of Banks and Financial Institutions of Chile, one of its two banking regulators, is partnering with R3 as a regulatory member.

By Nikhilesh DeSep 29, 2017

Brazil's central bank is seeking to investigate possible use cases for blockchain tech and is now moving toward prototyping.

A new study by Investing.com would seem to support a popular investment case made by cryptocurrency believers.

By Ash BenningtonAug 25, 2017

A legal expert argues that attempts to regulate Brazil's cryptocurrency industry at this stage are misguided.

A hackathon held by Argentina's central bank shows that interest for blockchain is heating up in the one-time bitcoin hotbed.

By Belen MartyNov 25, 2016

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