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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."
September 9, 2024
On the web
Brazil Government Preparing Heavy Crackdown on Illegal Betting Payments
iGB
"Pay4Fun director Ari Celia tells iGB Brazil's Ministry for Finance has established a new department to target black market operators. He expects Pix blocking efforts to be successful."
August 16, 2024
On the web
Believe It or Not, There Are Brazilians Who Don’t Use Pix. Reason? Fear of Fraud
Finsiders Brasil
"According to research, not knowing how to use it or having an unstable cell phone network are other reasons to leave instant payment aside."
August 6, 2024
On the web
Fintechs IP4Y and Zro Bank Were Authorized by the Central Bank to Operate as Payment Institutions in Brazil
Latam Fintech Hub
"Zro Bank , the cryptocurrency payment company that was born from the B&T Group and later became independent, has received authorization from the Central Bank (BC) to become a payment institution. The license is for the issuer of electronic currency."
July 31, 2024
On the web
Central Bank of Brazil Aims to Finalize Crypto Exchange Regulation by Early 2025
Bitcoin News
"According to Nagel Paulino, head of the Central Bank’s regulatory department, the Central Bank of Brazil hopes to finalize cryptocurrency market regulations by 2025."
July 29, 2024
On the web
Brazil’s Central Bank to Launch AI-Integrated Super App Featuring CBDC by 2025
Beincrypto
"Banco Central do Brasil, Brazil’s central bank, has announced its intention to develop a “super app” that will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and the nation’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), known as “Drex.”"
Lift Lab Summarizes Innovation Projects for the National Financial System [Brazil]
Banco Central do Brasil (BCB)
"The 2023/2024 edition will feature seven projects to enhance the financial innovation ecosystem including a PIX Alias Score by developing a score for the Pix instant payments system, monitoring safe zones, and identifying fake accounts."
July 24, 2024
On the web
The Central Bank of Brazil Improves Pix Security Mechanisms and Establishes June 16, 2025 as the New Launch Date for Automatic Pix
Central Bank of Brazil
"The Central Bank published adjustments to the Pix Regulation, with improvements to its security mechanisms and with the new launch date of Automatic Pix. The rule is to be applied to access devices (cell phone or computer) used to initiate Pix transactions"
July 22, 2024
Top Post
Brazil’s Central Bank Delays Launch of New Feature in Popular Payment System
Reuters
"Brazil's central bank said a new feature for its popular Pix instant payment system aimed at automatically paying recurring bills will be launched next June instead of this October, as had been originally scheduled."
July 18, 2024
On the web
Matera Raises $100M From Warburg Pincus to Help the US Catch up to Brazil in Instant Payments
TechCrunch
"The success of Pix has naturally led to growth for companies providing the supporting technology. One example of this is Matera , a Brazilian company that provides instant payment, QR code payment and core banking software to financial institutions."
July 12, 2024
On the web
OpenPayd Launches Pix to Enable Real-Time Payments to Brazil
BankservAfrica
"OpenPayd, the global provider of embedded finance infrastructure, has announced that its clients can send and receive payments via Pix, the Brazilian real-time payment network."
June 21, 2024
On the web
Unlimit and Convera Simplify Payments for Students in Brazil
Convera
"Unlimit’s and Convera’s online payment platform, will help Brazilian students pay tuition fees using the currency and method of their choice. The partnership will kick off in Brazil, with Convera leveraging Unlimit’s comprehensive alternative payment method (APM) portfolio to enable the seamless payment of cross-border tuition fees via the GlobalPay for Students platform using PIX without any additional charges."
June 19, 2024
On the web
The Pix Will Get a Cell Phone Proximity Feature Soon
Mediarun
"In a recent statement, Central Bank President Roberto Campos Neto announced final adjustments to enable contactless payments via Pix on smartphones. This new feature promises to increase the popularity of this instant payment system in Brazil, where Pix already has impressive adoption numbers."
June 14, 2024
On the web
Brazil’s CBDC Strives to Overcome Data-Privacy ‘Obstacle’ as Pilot Tests Evolve
Global Government Fintech
"Brazil’s central bank has issued an update on its development of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), stating that data-privacy challenges remain an ‘obstacle’ as it rolls the turf for a second phase of pilot tests."
May 31, 2024
On the web
Pix Goes Global: Foreigners Can Now Pay Seamlessly in Brazil
Rio Times
"Pix has become a staple in Brazil’s financial landscape. With 163 million users and a 58% increase in transaction value in 2023, its popularity is undeniable. Now, the instant payment system created by the Central Bank is extending its reach to international tourists, making it easier for them to make payments in Brazil."
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