Bolivia moves to integrate crypto and stablecoins into financial system

Published at 2025-11-26 17:45:08

Bolivia is advancing plans to integrate cryptocurrencies and stablecoins into its formal financial system, driven by accelerating fiat inflation, shortages of U.S. dollars, and intensifying international competition. The government frames the shift as a pragmatic response to liquidity pressures and a way to broaden payment options for businesses and households.

If implemented, the move could ease dollar access, strengthen remittance channels, and attract fintech activity, but it will also require clear rules on consumer protection, anti-money‑laundering and volatility management. The proposal signals a notable policy pivot that traders, remitters, and financial platforms will watch closely for regulatory details and rollout timelines.

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