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Bitex.la is merging with marketplace Conectabitcoin as an easy onramp to bitcoin for Latin Americans.

By Tanaya MacheelOct 6, 2014

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Argentina's Unisend has launched operations in Mexico, the first step in its Latin American expansion.

By Tanaya MacheelSep 22, 2014

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Rodrigo Benzaquen, a former director at e-commerce giant MercadoLibre, has joined Moneero's board of directors.

By Pete RizzoSep 17, 2014

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Rippex aims to boost cryptocurrencies in Brazil with the launch of the country's second Ripple gateway.

By Tanaya MacheelSep 9, 2014

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SatoshiTango talks about the opportunities and challenges of operating a bitcoin startup in Argentina.

By Pete RizzoAug 27, 2014

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Argentinian bitcoin exchange Unisend stopped customer deposits and bank transfers Monday when banks closed its company accounts.

By Tanaya MacheelAug 5, 2014

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PropinaBitcoin has launched to spread the use of bitcoin as a real-world tipping tool in Latin America.

By Pete RizzoAug 1, 2014

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The National Assembly of Ecuador has created a new electronic currency, while banning bitcoin and other decentralized alternatives.

By Stan HigginsJul 25, 2014

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Argentina's Financial Information Unit (FIU) cites the risk of money laundering as it mandates bitcoin reporting by financial companies.

By Stan HigginsJul 10, 2014

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Bitcoin startup Moneero has officially exited stealth mode, openings its service to an initial batch of new users.

By Pete RizzoJul 3, 2014