Cryptobrazil

ABcripto, the Brazilian Cryptoeconomy Association, asked the Central Bank of Brazil to suspend a proposal that would impose a 24-hour delay on stablecoin transfers exceeding US$10,000.

Brazil purchased US$2.632 billion worth of stablecoins in May 2026, a 158% increase from a year earlier, while total digital asset purchases reached US$12.138 billion through the first five months of the year.

Brazil's Federal Public Ministry (MPF) reaffirmed that political parties and candidates cannot accept cryptocurrency donations for election campaigns ahead of the country's 2026 elections.

Stablecoin adoption for cross-border payments has reached 71% among Latin American institutions.

Brazilian Federal Deputy Jonas Donizette has introduced Bill 2946/2026, a proposal that would transform the country's existing cryptocurrency regulations into federal law and establish a permanent legal framework for virtual asset service providers.

Vale SA Chief Executive Officer Gustavo Pimenta says he sees no evidence of demand destruction in global metal markets despite war in the Middle East. In fact, he sees growth in demand around the world. He speaks to Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz.

Latam Airlines CEO Roberto Alvo says that high fuel prices could lead to capacity cuts and South American taxes are keeping some travelers out of the skies. Alvo spoke with Bloomberg's Guy Johnson on the sidelines of the IATA 2026 Conference.

Southwest Airlines Chief Operating Officer Andrew Watterson says business travel has remained "incredibly strong" despite higher costs related to the War in Iran. He speaks with Lisa Abramowicz on the sidelines of the IATA Conference in Brazil.

Petrobras CEO Magda Chambriard discusses the effects the conlfict in the Middle East is having on the company's operations and strategy, the global oil markets, and Petrobras' expected production ramp up in the first half of 2026. She talks with Katie Greifeld and Romaine Bostick on "The Close."