Brazil
Brazil’s Mercado Bitcoin Bets on ‘Invisible Blockchain’ Approach to Build Financial Super App
The company plans on using blockchain technology behind the scenes while avoiding crypto-native terminology.
OranjeBTC to Become Brazil’s Largest Publicly-Traded Bitcoin Treasury Firm With B3 Listing
OranjeBTC, which holds 3,650 BTC, also plans to launch a financial education platform focused on bitcoin and crypto, in addition to its public listing.
Brazil’s Largest Private Asset Manager Itaú Launches Crypto-Focused Division
The new unit, led by former Hashdex executive João Marco Braga da Cunha, will operate within Itaú's multidesk investment structure, which oversees $21.6 billion in assets.
Brazil's VERT Capital to Tokenize $1B in Real-World Assets on XDC Network
The deal underscores the growing role of Brazil as a tokenization hub in the region.
XRP Ledger Tapped for Tokenizing $130M Agribusiness Credit as Brazil's RWA Push Accelerates
The CRA, a key instrument used to bundle future cash flows from Brazil’s agricultural sector was recorded on-chain using the XRPL and its Ethereum-compatible EVM sidechain.
Brazil's VERT Debuts Tokenized Credit Platform on XRP Ledger With $130M Issuance
The offering, with Ripple's contribution, aims to streamline Brazil’s structured credit market and attract foreign investors.
Hackers Behind $140M Brazil Banking Heist Turn to Crypto to Launder Their Loot
ZachXBT estimates that between $30 million and $40 million has been swapped to crypto through OTC desks and exchanges.
Tether to Mine Bitcoin With Adecoagro in Brazil Using Surplus Renewable Energy
The project aims to monetize surplus energy and potentially add BTC to Adecoagro’s balance sheet.
Brazil’s Méliuz Buys $28.6M in Bitcoin, Becomes Top Public BTC Holder in Latin America
The company reported a BTC yield of 908%, ranking it among the largest among bitcoin treasury companies.
Brazil Sets Flat 17.5% Tax on Crypto Profits, Ending Exemption for Smaller Investors
The tax applies to all crypto assets, regardless of location, and aims to boost tax revenue.
