Venezuela
Venezuelan Migrants Are Using Bitcoin for Remittances, But There’s a Catch
For many of these bitcoin users, crypto payments are merely a last resort and fiat transfers are still generally easier.
Venezuela's Maduro Mandates Petro Use in Funding of Housing Project
Venezuela's president has ordered his pet cryptocurrency, the petro, to be used in funding an ongoing housing initiative.
Venezuelan Pharmacy Chain to Accept Cryptocurrency Payments
The Farmarket pharmacy chain in Venezuela will begin accepting payments in dash using a new point-of-sale system pilot project.
PundiX's Crypto Cash Registers Will Be Installed in 49 Retail Stores Across Venezuela
Traki department stores will integrate Pundi X’s point-of-sale device, XPOS, to offer a cryptocurrency payment rail for shoppers.
Despite CEO Claims, Dash Isn’t Really the 'Most Used' Crypto in Venezuela
Despite wide-spread efforts and expensive advertising, Dash isn't taking off in Caracas.
Venezuela Turned Airport Taxes Into Bitcoin to Avoid Sanctions: Report
The Venezuelan president and his administration are said to be using proceeds from the airline industry – and cryptocurrency – to avoid sanctions.
Venezuela's Maduro Orders Top Bank to Make Petro Available to Public
President Maduro has ordered the Bank of Venezuela to open public counters for his controversial cryptocurrency, the petro.
This Artist Explores the Art and Politics of Crypto Culture
The crypto artist has worked with Dorian Nakamoto and recently expanded his reach into South America.
Cuba Eyes Cryptocurrency as Solution to Sanctions, Financial Woes
Cuba has announced it is considering the use of cryptocurrency in order to bolster its finances amid U.S.-led sanctions.
A New Bitcoin Exchange On the Colombian-Venezuelan Border Will Help Refugees
Refugees can use a new POS to purchase goods, food, and services when they leave Venezuela.
