Bolivia’s Crypto Caper & Tether’s Big Exit!

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A Historic Leap: Bolivia’s Banking System Gets a Crypto Makeover! 🚀

Bolivia is about to embrace cryptocurrency with the enthusiasm of a child on a sugar rush, marking a historic move across Latin America. 🌍💰

In a recent interview, Jose Gabriel Espinoza declared that the country would start including cryptocurrency in its banking system, opening the doors for banks to offer services using these instruments. Imagine savings accounts, credit cards, and loans-all powered by crypto! 🧾💳

The focus? Stablecoins, which, due to the ongoing exchange controls, have become an alternative for citizens to hedge against devaluation and inflation. Stablecoins, the financial equivalent of a safety net made of glitter. ✨

Tether’s Dramatic Exit from Uruguay: A Tale of Energy Tariffs and 30 Lost Jobs! 😱

Tether is leaving Uruguay after months of negotiating for better energy tariffs with the national power company (UTE). A tale as dramatic as a villain’s monologue! 🎭

According to local press, the company notified of its decision to abandon its mining operations in the country after a meeting with the national labor ministry, terminating 30 out of 38 employees. A 30-person exodus, as if they were fleeing a dragon’s lair! 🔥

The measure comes after Tether’s Uruguayan subsidiary Microfin had stopped payments to the national power company in July, prompting a power cut situation that affected two mining sites in September. A blackout so fierce, it could rival a vampire’s bedtime! 🧛‍♂️⚡

Nonetheless, at the time, a company spokesperson stated that there was no debt, as UTE had a warranty deposit issued by Tether. A deposit as reliable as a chocolate-covered potato. 🍫🥔

Libra Trust Emerges Like a Fairy Godmother for Argentine Companies! ✨

A new institution, the Libra Trust, has emerged to fulfill part of the original purpose of the Libra token, which was launched with this purpose in mind. The trust, which has been allegedly funded with a percentage of the Libra token launch proceeds, will offer grants to Argentine companies through its website. A magical fund, indeed! 🎁

Data researcher Fernando Molina linked the fund movements registered last week, pairing almost $100 million worth of cryptocurrency that was moved out of wallets tied to the Libra token launch to this initiative. A financial wizard’s trick! 🧙‍♂️

Nonetheless, the site only states that it is operating “independently of Hayden Davis and Javier Milei,” without offering more information about the trustee and the protector designated to manage and oversee the trust’s activities. No one knows who’s really in charge, but the trust is as mysterious as a locked chocolate box! 🍫🔐

FAQ

  • What significant change is Bolivia making regarding cryptocurrency?
    Bolivia is letting stablecoins join the banking party, turning them into legal tender faster than you can say ‘chocolate fountain’! 🍫💰

  • What situation is Tether facing in Uruguay?
    Tether is ceasing its mining operations in Uruguay after failing to negotiate better energy tariffs, resulting in the termination of 30 employees. A 30-person exodus, as if they were fleeing a dragon’s lair! 🔥

  • What is the purpose of the newly established Libra Trust?
    The Libra Trust aims to provide grants to Argentine companies, reportedly funded by proceeds from the Libra token launch, while maintaining independence from key figures involved in the project. A trust as mysterious as a locked chocolate box! 🍫🔐

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2025-11-30 14:58