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The operation, named “Exchange,” involved the participation of over 50 officers who executed 13 search and seizure warrants and 11 temporary arrest warrants in the state of Sao Paulo. The organization used crypto to launder illicit funds tied to Primeiro Comando da Capital (PCC). Brazil Terminates PCC-Linked Crypto Money Laundering Ring The Brazilian Federal … Read more
In a Brazilian Congress hearing, Fábio Araújo, consultant for the Financial System Regulation Department (Denor), stressed that, unlike other crypto assets, stablecoins have specific traits that would be better regulated if they were classified as monetary instruments instead of as digital assets. Central Bank of Brazil pushes for electronic money regulation for stablecoins The debate … Read more
The Brazilian central bank has now included VASPS under Type 3 classification, with the same requirements as brokerage and securities distribution firms. Furthermore, the rules passed exclude VASPs from receiving Segment 5 classification, a simplified regime for institutions with a low risk profile. Central Bank of Brazil Equalizes Compliance Treatment Between VASPs and Securities Brokerages … Read more
The Central Bank of Brazil recently sent a notification to several financial institutions about the possible misuse of purpose structures to import crypto into Brazil and act as intermediaries. This was enough to send stablecoin prices up by 2%, as actors worried about liquidity channels. Central Bank of Brazil’s Interpretation Gave Rise to a Temporary … Read more
Recent data released by the Central Bank of Brazil reveals that demand for digital assets and stablecoins has exploded in Brazil, with purchases surging 155% YoY until May 2026, when Brazilians purchased $12.138 billion worth of these assets. Brazilian Digital Asset Demand Explodes in 2026 The hunger for digital assets in Brazil remains unquenched, even … Read more
The 24-hour hold period would allow virtual asset service providers to screen the transactions and verify the legitimacy of the funds moved. The funds could be released in a shorter timeframe, provided that the risks associated with the transaction are mitigated. Central Bank of Brazil Proposes Holding Stablecoin Remittances For Screening Purposes The Central Bank … Read more
The 24-hour hold period would allow virtual asset service providers to screen the transactions and verify the legitimacy of the funds moved. The funds could be released in a shorter timeframe, provided that the risks associated with the transaction are mitigated. Central Bank of Brazil Proposes Holding Stablecoin Remittances For Screening Purposes The Central Bank … Read more
While Congress prepares to consider Bill 4308/2024 to regulate the status of stablecoins, the cryptocurrency industry opposes designating them as electronic money, advocating for maintaining the current status of virtual assets, as they lack the elements of traditional currency. Brazil’s Crypto Industry Opposes Stablecoin Designation As Virtual Currency While stablecoins have become immensely popular in … Read more
The payments company announced on Tuesday native integration with Brazil’s fast payment network Pix, allowing users to purchase and spend USDT with Oobit’s platform. The action targets a market of over 170 million users part of the Pix network. Oobit Expands USDT Rails to Brazil’s Pix Network, targets 170 Million Potential Users Oobit, a payments … Read more
Brazil’s Public Prosecutor’s Office (MPF) explained that this prohibition stemmed from the pseudonymous trait of cryptocurrency, as each donation must be identified, and this requirement could be very difficult to complete with the use of these tools. Brazil’s Prosecutor’s Office Reiterates Ban on Crypto Political Donations Ahead of Presidential Election As the general elections get … Read more