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Brazil’s largest lender becomes first bank to formalize crypto brokerage under new rules

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Itaú Unibanco, Brazil's largest bank, became the first bank in the country to formally establish crypto brokerage and custody operations under new regulatory rules, notifying the central bank on Tuesday. This move occurred ahead of a mandatory deadline of October 30, marking a significant shift in financial inclusion for digital assets in Brazil.

Key points

• Itaú Unibanco, Brazil's largest bank, became the first bank to formally establish crypto brokerage and custody operations under new regulatory rules.
• The bank notified Brazil's central bank of its operations on Tuesday, ahead of a mandatory deadline of October 30.

Context

Brazil is a major market for digital assets, and this development represents a key step in formalizing cryptocurrency services within the country's financial infrastructure.

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