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April 22, 2025
On the web
Fast Payments in Action: Emerging Lessons From Brazil and India
Atlantic Council
"As the rise of instant payment systems transforms the global financial sector, more governments are considering launching their own central bank-led immediate payment systems. Pix and Unified Payments Interface (UPI), Brazil and India’s respective instant payment systems, provide two key lessons for governments interested in implementing new fast or immediate payment systems."
April 10, 2025
On the web
BC Opens Consultation That Looks at the Market Power of Digital Wallets of ‘Big Techs’ [Brazil]
Finsiders Brasil
"Regulator wants to hear from the market by June 2 to discuss creating rules for card tokenization. The Central Bank is evaluating two options for regulating digital wallets. One would be to create a specific type of participation for “token applicants." The other option is for “token applicants” to be institutions authorized and supervised by the Central Bank, subject to direct regulation."
April 3, 2025
On the web
Payments Sector Concerned About Uncertainty Over ‘Split Payment’ [Brazil]
Finsiders Brasil
"The uncertainty surrounding how split payments will be implemented is causing concern in the payments industry. The model, provided for in the tax reform, will allow for the automatic collection of taxes at the time of the financial settlement of the transaction. The system is expected to start operating in 2027, but industry executives argue that clear guidelines for implementing this new model must be in place as soon as possible."
April 1, 2025
On the web
Central Bank [Brazil] to Launch Pix Installments in September
Finsiders Brasil
"The Central Bank is already working on the development of Pix Parcelado and the expectation is to launch this new product in September 2025. The information was given by Renato Gomes, director of Financial System Organization and Resolution during the Pix Forum."
March 12, 2025
On the web
Elo, Agility and INETCO Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Payments Reliability in Brazil
INETCO
"Agility, one of Brazil’s leading IT and Cybersecurity service providers, and INETCO®, a leader in payments monitoring and fraud prevention, announced a new partnership with Brazilian payment processing trailblazer Elo. The partnership leverages INETCO’s real-time transaction monitoring solutions and Agility’s expertise in supporting clients in sectors such as banking, stock exchanges, telecommunications, and healthcare."
On the wires
EBANX Data Shows 41% of Online Card Transactions in Brazil Come From Digital Issuers
Business Wire
"Digital-first financial institutions have become key drivers behind cards' sustained presence and growth in rising economies. According to internal data from EBANX, fintech companies and digital players now account for 41% of the total value transacted through credit cards for online purchases in Brazil."
March 7, 2025
On the web
Pix Has New Security Mechanisms and Changes the Rule for Using Random Keys
Valor Investe
"The Central Bank published (6) changes to the Pix Regulation to require participating financial institutions and payment institutions to ensure that the names of individuals and companies linked to Pix keys are in accordance with the names registered in the CPF and CNPJ databases of the Federal Revenue Service."
February 28, 2025
On the web
New Wave of Growth Expected as Pix Introduces Tap-To-Pay Feature
Valor International
"At least 13 banks and payment institutions in Brazil are set to offer the new tap-to-pay feature for Pix, which officially launches this Friday. Financial system and retail representatives expect this functionality to streamline transactions at card machines, potentially driving a new wave of growth for the payment method."
OneKey Payments Launches First Pix Using Biometrics for ‘Bets’ in Brazil
Games Brazil
"OneKey is introducing Pix using biometrics in partnership with Belvo, a leader in Open Finance integrations in Latin America, to help companies recover conversion rates and cost-benefits that may have been impacted by the new regulations. This is the first technology that allows payments via open banking using facial recognition, offering a safer, faster and more efficient experience, in addition to reinforcing responsible gaming practices to avoid debt and gambling addiction."
February 27, 2025
On the web
Central Bank of Brazil: CBDC Privacy Problem Still Unresolved
Bitcoin News
"In a report detailing the outcome of the first phase of drex, the national CBDC pilot, the Central Bank of Brazil acknowledged that none of the anonymity and privacy solutions tested met the project’s needs."
February 19, 2025
On the web
More Than 30% of Brazilians Have Already Signed Up for Pix in Installments
Finsiders Brasil
"More than 30% of Brazilians have already contracted Pix installments in the last two months. The majority, 53%, in the last two months. The modality recently added to the portfolio of financial institutions already occupies a relevant space among the loan alternatives."
February 10, 2025
On the web
Ripple Teams up With Unicâmbio to Facilitate Near-Instant Brazil-Portugal Payments
Crypto Briefing
"Ripple said Monday the firm is partnering with Unicâmbio, a leading financial services company in Portugal, to enable instant cross-border payments between Portugal and Brazil. As part of the partnership, Unicâmbio will utilize Ripple Payments to settle payments for their corporate customers."
February 7, 2025
On the web
Users Will Be Able to Request a Pix Refund Through the Bank’s App [Brazil]
Finsiders Brasil
"The new feature is part of a set of improvements by the BC for the launch of Automatic Pix, scheduled for June 16, 2025."
January 28, 2025
Top Post
New Feature of Brazil’s Pix System to Draw $30 Billion in E-commerce Payments
Yahoo Finance
"Brazil's payment system Pix is seen handling $30 billion in two years in e-commerce spending with a new feature for recurring bills that should benefit streaming firms, a study from financial technology firm Ebanx showed on Tuesday. In June, the central bank is expected to launch "Pix Automatico," a feature to automate payment of recurring bills such as utilities and streaming services."
January 14, 2025
On the web
Brazil’s Nubank Partners With Convenience Store Oxxo to Expand in Mexico
Reuters
"Brazilian digital lender Nubank has signed an agreement with Mexican convenience store chain Oxxo, run by FEMSA, to expand its cash deposit and withdrawal network in the North American country, the firms announced on Monday."
January 10, 2025
On the web
Startup Payface Allows Fashion Shoppers in Rio to Use Biometrics to Pay
Biometric Update
"Payface is partnering with Brazilian fashion retailer Nalin as customers who have a Lojas Nalin card will be able to use face biometrics to make their purchases."
January 7, 2025
On the wires
Paysafe Expands Payment Options Business to Brazil
Business Wire
"Paysafe announced that it has received approval from the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) for a payment institution license for the country’s launch of its regulated online sports-betting and gambling market."
January 2, 2025
On the web
Pix Forum Discusses Improvements to the BC’s Instant Payment Service
BCB
"The Central Bank (BC) held the 23rd Plenary Meeting of the Pix Forum. The debate revolved around developments in the security agenda, such as the Special Return Mechanism (MED 2.0), among other topics."
December 20, 2024
On the web
Central Bank of Brazil Approves PayRetailers’ Acquisition of Transfeera
Fintech Finance
"The Administrative Council for Economic Defense and the Central Bank of Brazil have officially approved the acquisition of Transfeera, a fintech specialized in payment solutions for businesses, by PayRetailers, a leading payments processor in Latin America and Africa. The transaction is part of PayRetailers’ strategy to expand its presence in Brazil, following the acquisition of a payment institution license from the BCB in April."
December 4, 2024
On the web
Pix Adds NFC Scanning, Device Biometrics to Brazilian Digital Payments Platform
Biometric Update
"Brazil’s pioneering instant payment system, Pix, is taking a step forward with the introduction of Pix by Approximation, a feature enabling contactless payments verified by biometrics. The system, set to roll out by February 28, 2025 and was developed in conjunction with Rede Itaú, represents the latest milestone in Brazil’s DPI journey."
November 26, 2024
On the web
Brazil Antitrust Body Rules Apple Must Lift Restrictions on In-App Payments
Reuters
"Brazilian antitrust regulator Cade said on Monday that Apple must lift restrictions on payment methods for in-app purchases, among other things, as the watchdog moved to proceed with an investigation into a complaint filed by Latin America e-commerce giant MercadoLibre."
On the wires
DLocal Becomes Certified Payment Initiation Service Provider for Pix, Streamlining Payments for Global Companies in Brazil’s Open Finance Ecosystem
dLocal
"With the Brazillian’s Open Finance Structure certification and Smart Transfers support, dLocal simplifies A2A transactions and recurring payments, enhancing convenience and security for businesses and consumers alike."
November 19, 2024
On the web
Brazil’s Central Bank Unveils Phase 2 of Its CBDC Pilot
Crypto News
"The Central Bank of Brazil has initiated the second phase of its central bank digital currency project, DREX, aiming to demonstrate trade finance as a new use case."
October 28, 2024
On the web
Brazilian Central Bank Director Criticizes Proposed Pix Ban for Online Betting Payments
Yogonet
"Renato Gomes, Director of Financial System Organization and Resolution at the Central Bank of Brazil (BC), voiced criticism regarding a proposed ban on using the instant payment platform Pix for sports betting and online gaming transactions. Speaking at an event hosted by HSBC in Washington, D.C., Gomes argued that restricting Pix payments for certain transactions could lead to unnecessary operational issues."
October 18, 2024
On the web
Brazil’s Pix Set to Enhance Recurring Payments Capabilities as Subscription-Based Services Grow
The Fintech Times
"Dubbed Pix Automático, the new capability is aiming to significantly enhance recurring payments in Brazil, positively impacting Latin America’s largest digital commerce market. EBANX is taking the lead for the new launch and is preparing to integrate global merchants with the new feature."
October 16, 2024
On the web
Brazil to Regulate Stablecoins in 2025, Says Central Bank Chief
MSN
"Brazil's central bank chief Roberto Campos Neto said on Tuesday that stablecoins and asset tokenization should be regulated in the country next year, as he delivered remarks in a video recorded for market intelligence firm Uqbar."
October 15, 2024
On the wires
EBANX Takes the Lead and Prepares the Integration of Global Companies Ahead of Pix Automático’s Launch
PR Newswire
"The recurring payments capability of Pix is expected to be launched in mid 2025 by the Central Bank of Brazil, and EBANX is the first player in cross-border payments already making the documentation available for its global merchants to start the integration."
October 8, 2024
On the web
Pix Limits Transfers and Payments
H2FOZ
"The limitations on transfers and payments made by individuals via Pix between 4 pm and 20 am will come into effect this Monday, the 6th, and will now be limited to a maximum of R$1 in total. This is one of the measures aimed at preventing kidnappings and nighttime robberies that use this means of financial transaction."
October 4, 2024
On the web
Brazil Tests Defi Elements, Compatibility in Drex CBDC Pilot
Cointelegraph
"Brazil’s central bank is developing a synthetic central bank digital currency, which aims to blend decentralization, privacy and programmability."
September 12, 2024
On the wires
Pix to Surpass Credit Cards in Digital Commerce in Brazil by Next Year; Ebanx Analyzes Outcomes
PR News Wire
"Brazil's instant payment system Pix is set to surpass credit cards as the most widely used payment method in Brazilian digital commerce by next year, according to Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI) data analyzed by EBANX, a global technology company specializing in payment services for emerging markets."
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