Brazil's Pix has not only reshaped its national payment landscape but also emerged as a catalyst for financial innovation across Latin America, showcasing the potential of instant payment systems. By 2026, Pix is poised to become a dominant force in Brazil's digital economy, reflecting its significant impact on financial inclusion and market competition. Its rapid adoption and innovative features are now inspiring neighboring countries, paving the way for a comprehensive digital payment transformation throughout the region.
Binance announced a partnership with Mastercard this week to launch a prepaid card in Brazil, the second initiative of its kind in Latin America after a previous rollout in Argentina.
Binance parted ways with Mastercard in Latin America, marking the end of one of its most popular products in the region.
These funds should allow Blipay to expand its credit line in the payroll anticipation sector — where it seeks to become a relevant player.
Despite high interest rates and risks of a reccesion, many BNPL fintech providers now vie to offer loans to the underbanked in Mexico.
Buy Now Pay Later startups in Latin America could provide a way for lenders to finally reach the underbanked.
Buy Now Pay Later is taking off in Latin America as an alternative for short-term financing and financial inclusion.
For many players in this market, the new law brings greater legal certainty for investors and companies working with these crypto assets.
Brazil, the largest country in Latin America, is moving closer to regulating cryptocurrencies with its own version of a Bitcoin law.
After the FTX crash rocked the crypto world, Brazil was one of the fastest nations to adapt to the new scenario. Now what's next?