Argentina

A Bank In Argentina Is Now Using Bitcoin for Cross-Border Payments

Cryptocurrency trading startup Bitex has trialed a cross-border payments system using bitcoin with an Argentinian bank.

By Nikhilesh DeMay 22, 2018

Argentina saw one of its largest-ever bitcoin events last week, one that showcased how it's still a regional leader in promoting the technology.

By Belen MartyApr 10, 2018

Argentina's Central Bank chairman, Frederico Sturzenegger, said the G20 members are looking for "specific recommendations" on cryptocurrencies.

By Nikhilesh DeMar 20, 2018

Argentina's largest futures market, Mercado de Termino de Rosario or Rofex, is considering offering cryptocurrency products to investors.

Bitcoin startup Ripio has raised $31 million as part of a token presale ahead of a new credit network launch.

By Stan HigginsOct 11, 2017

A hackathon held by Argentina's central bank shows that interest for blockchain is heating up in the one-time bitcoin hotbed.

By Belen MartyNov 25, 2016

Ethereum-focused startup ConsenSys is making inroads bringing the blockchain to South America.

The Argentinian subsidiary of ridesharing giant Uber is turning to a bitcoin payment option amid a crackdown by local authorities.

By Pete RizzoJul 5, 2016

Bitcoin startup BitPagos is now giving its wallet users access to credit lines in a bid to boost e-commerce spending.

By Pete RizzoApr 5, 2016

New academic research has found that the price of bitcoin is higher in countries with lower degrees of economic freedom.

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