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Argentinian Bitcoin Merchant Processor BitPagos Raises $600k

BitPagos says the $600k in funding will help it expand beyond Argentina to more Latin American markets.

By Pete RizzoJun 17, 2014

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Latin America's First Ripple Gateway Now Serving Seven Local Markets

Launched by e-payments provider AstroPay, Ripple LatAm will serve Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and more.

By Pete RizzoJun 12, 2014

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Latin American Bitcoin Exchange Bitex.la Launches with $2 Million Investment

Bitex.la is seeking to bring an internationally competitive bitcoin trading platform to Latin America with $2m in investments.

By Pete RizzoMay 30, 2014

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ZipZap CEO: Argentina's Volatility Makes Bitcoin Look Stable

ZipZap CEO Alan Safahi tells CoinDesk about his company's expansion plans, and why bitcoin matters in emerging economies.

By Jon SouthurstApr 1, 2014

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Latin American Exec: Employees Could Earn 5% More with Bitcoin

Entrepreneur Ulf Kuhn illustrates how the current banking environment is inhibiting the growth of his Chile-based telemarketing company.

By Pete RizzoFeb 6, 2014

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