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Brazilian tax breaks for startups in the works… hopefully

Contxto – The Brazilian government wants to beef up its startup ecosystem. The proverbial old-school, best-practice handbook dictates that this...

November 25, 2019

Locha Mesh from Venezuela makes bitcoin exchange possible during blackouts

Contxto – In Venezuela, blackouts and communication shortfalls are commonplace. However, for Venezuelan Randy Brito, faulty infrastructure shouldn’t be an...

November 5, 2019

Argentine authorities limit U.S. dollars for purchase, Bitcoin exchanges surge

Contxto – With hyperinflation and loss of Argentine peso purchasing power, some of you may be aware that Argentina is...

November 1, 2019

Cryptobuyer from Panama announces CryptoCard pilot in Venezuela

Contxto – Venezuela’s tough economic situation has the world concerned and eager for updates. Since the lack of structure and...

October 22, 2019

Mercado Libre withdraws from Facebook Libra cryptocurrency initiative

Contxto – It appears as though Facebook is having some difficulties with its anticipated Libra cryptocurrency. Despite ambitious plans to...

October 21, 2019

Ripple and Coinbase invest in Mexican crypto-exchange, Bitso, plans Argentina and Brazil expansion

Contxto – As Latin American consumers further explore crypto possibilities, yet another startup has raised funding to launch abroad. Revealed...

October 14, 2019

Why is Latin America the most crypto-friendly region in the world?

Contxto – Cryptocurrency has revolutionized the way people make monetary exchanges around the world. Compared to other regions, Latin America...

September 19, 2019

8 Chilean startups banking on disruptive Blockchain solutions

Contxto – It’s no secret that blockchain technology could have a lot of potential applications in Latin America. As a...

September 5, 2019

Coinbase acquires Argentine crypto legend Xapo for US$55 million

Contxto – Coinbase is actively seeking to expand its custody services, made evident by its acquisition of Xapo for US$55...

August 29, 2019

CurrencyBird becomes first Chilean payment company to join RippleNet’s platform

Contxto – New fintech partnerships are forming in Latin America. For example, the first Chilean payment company to join RippleNet...

August 5, 2019