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A proposal that would have allowed workers to receive wages in digital wallets managed by payment providers was defeated after banks pressured lawmakers to exclude that option during debates over Argentina’s new labor law reform. No Choice: Digital Wallets Left Out as Eligible Payment Options in Labor Law Reform Argentina has failed to advance in … Read more
The resignation of Marco Lavagna, the head of Argentina’s statistics institute, has put the inflation index in the public eye. The resignation comes after Milei’s government delayed the implementation of a new inflation index, which could alter the figures this year. Argentina’s Statistics Chief Resigns Over New Inflation Index Delays Argentina’s inflation miracle is in … Read more
According to local sources, the agreement would have been signed by Milei and Kelsier Ventures’ CEO Hayden Davis two weeks before the launch of Libra. The document, signed in January 2025, establishes Davis’ position as a blockchain and AI advisor to the Argentine president. Libra Case: President Milei and Hayden Davis Agreement Revealed More revelations … Read more
The local exchange announced that users will be able to get 1 million Argentine pesos in credit (nearly $700) by using 0.01 BTC as collateral. There will be no maintenance fees for the first three months. Lemon claims this is the first card of its kind in Argentina. Lemon Pioneers Bitcoin-Backed Visa Card in Argentina … Read more
The exchange sent an email to its customers announcing the measure, which will only affect Circle’s stablecoin, USDC, on its platform. Coinbase stated that this is part of a re-evaluation of the products that it offers to ensure the most efficient experience in Argentina. Coinbase Suspends Fiat-to-USDC Services in Argentina Coinbase has announced significant changes … Read more
The number is taken from a mid-2025 report by Chainalysis, remarking on the reach and potential of cryptocurrencies in Argentina. While the initial use case of crypto was related to stablecoins and preserving purchasing value, analysts claim this is also evolving. Argentina Enters 2026 With High Crypto Adoption Levels and an Evolving Ecosystem The Argentine … Read more
Martin Yeza, deputy of the new Congress, stated that stablecoins might fulfill a new pivotal role in the country’s payment structure. He considers that allowing the central bank to hold cryptocurrency and state companies to mine crypto would be positive. Local analysts also supported a so-called economic “tetherization.” Argentina’s New Congress Might Give Crypto A … Read more
The Milwaukee-based company that offers payment solutions to millions of customers worldwide will implement QR payments in Argentina through its Clover platform. Fiserv becomes the first company of its kind to reach this milestone in Argentina, allowing customers to pay in crypto and merchants to receive pesos. Fiserv Pioneers Crypto Payments With Clover in Argentina … Read more
An undisclosed source revealed that in the weeks leading up to the launch of Libra, Hayden Davis signed an agreement to become Argentina’s blockchain advisor. The agreement had not been disclosed by President Milei, who has stated that his participation was merely incidental. Report: Milei Signed NDA With Hayden Davis Two Weeks Before Libra’s Launch … Read more
A local media article alleges that Mauricio Novelli and Manuel Terrones Godoy, two crypto entrepreneurs, were present when Libra was launched, and that Milei was briefed on the launch’s status to prepare the post supporting it. New Report Claims President Milei Had Direct Involvement in Libra’s Launch The Facts Local media published a damning article … Read more
