Crypto Crossroads in Argentina: Legislative Elections Might Define Industry’s Future

Different views on crypto are being shuffled in Argentina, as the legislative elections will determine the Congress that will define the industry’s path. Argentina to Define Its Crypto Path in Upcoming Legislative Elections Argentina is nearing a crossroads that could define its crypto legislation in the future. The legislative elections, set to take place this […]

Bitbase Expands Its Crypto ATM Network in Argentina

Bitbase, a Spain-based crypto ATM company, is ready to grow its network in Argentina, taking advantage of the rising popularity of these assets in the country. The company opened its first Argentine location last year and hopes to keep expanding its operations in 2025. Bitbase Expands Crypto ATM Network, Aims to Lead Industry in Argentina […]

Argentina Freezes $3.5 Million in USDT Linked to Rainbowex Amid Massive Seizure Operation

The Argentine justice system has ordered Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, to freeze over $3.5 million linked to Rainbowex, an alleged mega pyramid operation that is currently under investigation. The request comes after the execution of 22 search warrants and the detention of 10 individuals connected with these operations. Argentine Authorities Hit Rainboex […]

Caught in Offside? Argentine Soccer Team Scammed by Missing Press Chief in Crypto Swindle

The Press Chief of Estudiantes de Río Cuarto, an Argentine second-division soccer team, has vanished after allegedly swindling millions from the team using a crypto investment platform. Press Chief of Argentine Soccer Team Vanishes, Leaving Million-Dollar Debt Linked to Crypto Investment Platform Matías Centurión, the press chief of Estudiantes de Río Cuarto, a second-division soccer […]

Argentina to Patrol Cyberspace in the Hunt for Crypto Criminals

A recent resolution issued by the Security Ministry of Argentina has added crypto crimes to the set of activities that will be tracked and surveilled by police forces. Resolution 1330/2024 states that the federal security forces will develop countermeasures to fight crimes of “unauthorized financial intermediation through the use of cryptoassets,” to prevent them from […]

Tax Reduction, Currency Competition, and Nuclear Energy: Milei Defines Second Year Roadmap

Argentine President Javier Milei delivered a speech detailing his administration’s plans for its second year in office. The leader stated that he would slash 90% of national taxes, implement a currency competition scheme, and even introduce nuclear energy to the country. Milei Year Two: Nuclear Energy, Tax Reduction, and Free Currency Circulation Argentine President Javier […]

Argentina Partners With El Salvador on Digital Asset Regulation Issues

The CNV, the current VASP regulatory institution in Argentina, has signed a collaboration agreement with the Digital Asset National Commission (CNAD) of El Salvador to exchange information, supervise, and regulate cryptocurrency exchange operations. Argentina to Lean on El Salvador’s Experience in the Digital Asset Regulation Field President Javier Milei’s administration seems adamant about establishing clear […]

World’s Popularity Soars in Argentina: Over 2.2 Million Registered Users

Argentina has become the country where World, the biometric ID project, is most popular, with over 2.2 million registered users despite backlash from authorities. The company plans to expand its footprint in the country by implementing home-based iris scanning options next year. Argentina Becomes World’s No. 1 Nation Amidst Criticism World, the proof of personhood […]

Historic: Central Bank of Argentina Hosts Cryptocurrency Art Exhibition

The Central Bank of Argentina has opened its doors to host a cryptocurrency-themed art exhibition for the first time. The show, titled “Art, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of the Economy,” includes a series of bitcoin mining machines, several spheres that display ether and bitcoin prices, and another sphere filled with destroyed physical money. Alberto […]