Bolivia Makes Historic Move to Integrate Crypto and Stablecoins Into Banking System
Bolivia’s Economy Minister Jose Gabriel Espinoza announced a groundbreaking decision on November 26, 2025: the country will officially integrate cryptocurrencies and stablecoins into its formal financial system.
The announcement marks one of the most significant cryptocurrency policy reversals in Latin America. Banks will now be allowed to custody crypto on behalf of clients and offer digital currency-based savings accounts, credit cards, and loans.
“You can’t control crypto globally, so you have to recognize it and use it to your advantage,” Espinoza explained during the announcement.
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