Online instability in the foreign exchange markets has helped give Argentina one of the highest cryptocurrency adoption rates in the world. As the peso continues to show weakness and a liquidity crisis deepens, could this lead to Argentina becoming a crypto-only economy? The Historical Examples While there haven’t been any examples of countries moving completely … Read more
Argentina’s crypto story keeps moving because the currency itself continues to grow, evolve and adapt to our wants and needs. New rules, shifting dollar access, and a lively parallel rates conversation all nudge savers and risk-takers toward digital dollars and chat-based wallets. The headline now: regulators have started to harden the rails around who can … Read more
Banks still dominate the financial system, but more people are starting to look elsewhere. As fees climb and access remains uneven, a growing number of consumers are shifting their attention to crypto. What started as a niche asset class is now showing up in everyday transactions, side gigs, travel, and even entertainment. Everyday Crypto Transactions … Read more
Persisting high inflation and a weak currency are some of the challenges Argentina has been grappling with well into 2025. In the search for a stable and safe way to preserve their wealth, many Argentinians have turned to cryptocurrencies. The new presale crypto opportunities are on the rise, allowing for the initial acquisition of tokens … Read more
While travelling is made out to be a fun and relaxing experience, the admin associated with it is often overlooked or downplayed. Beyond booking plane tickets, creating itineraries, and sorting accommodation, there is also the hassle of foreign currency and bank fees to worry about. However, there is an efficient way to solve (at the … Read more
It’s no secret that Argentina has been one of the leaders in the cryptocurrency world in the last few years. Rampant inflation has devalued the peso, and economic instability has caused many locals to move to Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets. However, it still comes as a surprise to see the following ways in … Read more
Buenos Aires has officially moved crypto from cafés into city hall. With the launch of BA Cripto, residents can now pay everything from property taxes to parking fines in cryptocurrency. More than a financial upgrade, it signals Argentina’s capital’s intent to brand itself as Latin America’s first true crypto-friendly metropolis. Buenos Aires introduces ‘BA Cripto’ … Read more
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission on August 4 announced it’s moving to let spot crypto contracts trade on federally registered futures exchanges, a step that could reshape how digital assets are bought and sold at the national level. CFTC acting chair Caroline Pham explained the initiative will let exchanges like CME Group list spot … Read more
Argentina was facing an economic crisis in late 2023 when inflation blew past 140% a year. The country’s peso had fallen in value so quickly that banks had to expand storage for physical cash. This meant that Argentinians needed to carry thick stacks of cash even for a simple trip to the grocery store. … Read more
In 2025, Argentina still struggles with inflation and currency instability. Under President Milei, annual inflation fell from 211% in 2023 to 39.4% by March 2025, with monthly figures near 1.5% in June. The peso now trades officially between ARS 1,000 and 1,400 per USD, yet dollars remain in high demand. The blue dollar trades at … Read more