Crypto
El Salvador’s Bitcoin bonds set to launch after gaining regulatory nod
The Central American country's newly launched Bitcoin visa program also reportedly attracted $153 million within a week.
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Culture
El Salvador launches exclusive Bitcoin-driven Freedom Visa with Tether
El Salvador's citizen visa program invites Bitcoin investors to contribute to the nation's growth with the lure of residency and potential citizenship.
Crypto
Nayib Bukele claims profit on El Salvador’s Bitcoin despite data showing losses
Bukele, who has taken a voluntary six-month leave from office to focus on his reelection campaign, touts his signature Bitcoin investment as profitable, even if the numbers don't.
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Macro
Milei’s Argentina reverses course on BRICS, signaling shift toward stronger US relations
President-Elect Javier Milei's has voiced severe skepticism of engaging in commerce with 'communist' nations, expressing particular disdain for China.
Politics
Bitcoin rises as pro-BTC candidate Javier Milei wins Argentine presidency
Inflation-weary Argentina elects Milei, a Bitcoin proponent, sparking discussions on its role in national economic reform.
Stablecoins
Brazil reports stablecoin boom as USDT trading volume surpasses all other digital assets combined
The trading volume of USDT in Brazil exceeded the combined trading volume of all other cryptocurrencies in 2022, according to the Receita Federal do Brasil.
Crypto
El Salvador has almost $20 million in unrealized losses despite Bitcoin’s recent rally to $35k
Bitcoin rallied to a yearly high of more than $35,000 on October 23 before retracing to its current levels.
Exchanges
Bitfinex announces documentary on the rise of Bitcoin in El Salvador
Behind the scenes with Bitfinex and Bitcoin and how the crypto exchange is working to transform El Salvador into the financial hub of Latin America.
Regulation
Changpeng Zhao and other Binance executives facing possible indictments in Brazil
A Brazilian congressional committee has made the recommendation to indict Zhao and other for fraud and other securities violations; the decision to press charges now falls to the police.
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Mining
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Adoption
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Culture
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