2025-12-08 21:21:22

Big news from South America: Argentina's preparing to flip the script on crypto. By 2026, banks there will finally get the green light to offer cryptocurrency services. This marks a complete reversal from their previous stance.

The move signals growing institutional acceptance in Latin America. For years, traditional banking and digital assets existed in separate worlds within Argentina's financial system. That wall's coming down.

This regulatory shift could trigger a domino effect across neighboring countries still sitting on the fence. Market sentiment? Decidedly optimistic. Banks diving into crypto infrastructure means smoother on-ramps for everyday users and potentially deeper liquidity pools.

Timing matters here—2026 gives institutions breathing room to build compliant frameworks. The crypto community's watching closely.

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DegenWhisperer

· 8h ago

NGL, Argentina's move this time is a bit bold. We'll have to wait until 2026, but it seems like the entire Latin America is about to start loosening up. --- It's the same old trick of "we'll see in 2026." They'll probably change policies again by then... --- Wow, the banks finally woke up. It should have been like this a long time ago. --- Domino effect? I think it's the US pushing from behind; anyway, everyone will follow suit. --- Liquidity is deepening, which is actually quite good for retail investors. Entering and exiting won't be as awkward anymore. --- Argentina's move is a bit late; it's already 2024 and they're only planning for 2026. --- Wait, what does institutional entry mean... Is it to pump prices or build positions? I'm a bit confused. --- This awakening in Latin America is pretty intense. Other countries probably can't sit still anymore, haha. --- Should we start during the framework construction period, or wait until 2026 to move... --- Bank participation = compliance. It sounds good, but it also means regulation is coming.

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GateUser-9f682d4c

· 12-09 06:11

NGL, Argentina's 180-degree turnaround this time basically gives institutions a two-year overall framework until 2026. But will this really affect all of Latin America... Kind of curious to see how Peru and Chile will respond.

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DegenDreamer

· 12-09 00:03

ngl Argentina made this move a bit late, but at least they finally woke up 2026 is still such a long wait... damn Once Argentina makes a move, the whole of Latin America will follow. This wave can really take off Are banks really about to enter the market? Then we early players are going to make a killing Wait, a compliant framework still sounds like there will be a ton of restrictions They only think of crypto when the RMB depreciates, kind of ironic haha Mainstream finance finally gave in, this feels so good 2026 is too far away, by then it might be another bear market This is real adoption, not just the empty promises from project teams How likely is a domino effect? Feels like Brazil and Chile are still on the fence Even if the liquidity pool gets deeper, it doesn’t really help us ordinary people in the US... In the end, the big institutions will definitely be the real winners, us retail investors shouldn’t get our hopes up

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HackerWhoCares

· 12-08 21:51

NGL, Argentina's move this time is pretty much confirmed. We'll still have to wait until 2026, but at least the signal is here... Is South America about to take off?

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FOMOSapien

· 12-08 21:51

ngl Argentina finally came to its senses, there's still time to get on board before 2026, everyone.

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ContractCollector

· 12-08 21:48

ngl, Argentina's move this time is really impressive. In just two years, they've gotten banks to comply with crypto regulations. Is South America about to take off...?

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0xDreamChaser

· 12-08 21:46

ngl Argentina's move this time is pretty impressive, still time to get in before 2026 --- Damn, finally a country is taking this seriously, waiting to see others follow suit --- Banks entering the market is bullish, with more liquidity retail investors can finally catch a break --- Is Latin America about to take off? But still have to wait a couple more years, don't rush --- Total reversal... all those previous bans were for nothing, kind of ironic --- Is the domino effect really likely, or is it just empty talk again --- 2026 is too far off, people buying now might have to wait until a crash... --- It's a good thing but still feels like a paper benefit, only counts when it's implemented --- Can Latin American institutions keep up? Hard to believe --- Let's wait and see, seen too many of these news stories, usually ends up going nowhere in the end

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AllInDaddy

· 12-08 21:42

ngl, Argentina's move this time is truly brilliant. Banks won't dare touch crypto until 2026? Realizing it now is a bit late, bro.

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MidnightSeller

· 12-08 21:31

Argentina’s move is truly impressive. By 2026, banks will be able to deal with crypto. Is South America about to take off?

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CafeMinor

· 12-08 21:26

This move by Argentina is truly impressive. With banks entering the scene in 2026, South American crypto is finally about to take off.