>
Argentina's Bitcoin Interest Continues: Buenos Aires Hosts Third Bitcoin MeetUp Today
Argentina's Bitcoin Interest Continues: Buenos Aires Hosts Third Bitcoin MeetUp Today
Wednesday,24/07/2013|07:46GMTby
Andrew Saks McLeod
Subsequent to so many attempts by Argentina's government to impose strict capital controls on its citizens, virtual currency Bitcoin has soared in popularity in the South American nation, which today hosts another Bitcoin MeetUp,
Bitcoin has become hot property in Argentina recently, and public interest in using it as an every day currency is increasing in such a way that its value was estimated just two weeks ago at being approximately 30% higher against the US Dollar when compared with Bitcoin values in neighboring Uruguay.
There are indeed various reasons for the increase in its popularity in Argentina. One such factor is the banning of the use of US Dollars by President Cristina Kirchner in 2011, a previously widely used currency in Argentina.
Previous Bitcoin MeetUp: 180 Attendees Discuss Virtual Currency In Buenos Aires
President Kirchner has made no less than thirty attempts to prevent the use and ownership of US Dollars by citizens of Argentina in the last two years, however it is estimated that Argentinians hold approximately $160 billion in overseas accounts and use credit card facilities in Argentina attached to such accounts, and store the funds as security, as there is a general lack of faith in Argentina's ailing financial system.
It is clear, therefore, that there is room for an alternative option in Argentina in the form of digital currency, and citizens are welcoming it.
Under the μMeetUp designation, there will be no entrance fee, and the MeetUp welcomes newcomers and will include an introductory fixture in which attendees can ask questions to those more experienced in aspects regarding the virtual currency.
Delegates can share their ideas, experiences and concerns, and engage in discussion.
Third Bitcoin MeetUp Demonstrates Continued Interest
With inflation at approximately 20%, Peso devalues like an iron girder falling from a precipice however the government continues its stringent and determined policy of attempting to avail citizens of any foreign currency.
This particular MeetUp is the third of such events to have taken place in Buenos Aires, and just two weeks ago, BTC Global was present at a Bitcoin MeetUp event in Buenos Aires, which hosted approximately 180 people.
It has been further highlighted that retail outlets are increasingly cancelling their credit card machines and accepting Bitcoins, as the Argentinian government applies extremely high transaction charges and a 15% fee for converting dollars to peso.
Bitcoin has become hot property in Argentina recently, and public interest in using it as an every day currency is increasing in such a way that its value was estimated just two weeks ago at being approximately 30% higher against the US Dollar when compared with Bitcoin values in neighboring Uruguay.
There are indeed various reasons for the increase in its popularity in Argentina. One such factor is the banning of the use of US Dollars by President Cristina Kirchner in 2011, a previously widely used currency in Argentina.
Previous Bitcoin MeetUp: 180 Attendees Discuss Virtual Currency In Buenos Aires
President Kirchner has made no less than thirty attempts to prevent the use and ownership of US Dollars by citizens of Argentina in the last two years, however it is estimated that Argentinians hold approximately $160 billion in overseas accounts and use credit card facilities in Argentina attached to such accounts, and store the funds as security, as there is a general lack of faith in Argentina's ailing financial system.
It is clear, therefore, that there is room for an alternative option in Argentina in the form of digital currency, and citizens are welcoming it.
Under the μMeetUp designation, there will be no entrance fee, and the MeetUp welcomes newcomers and will include an introductory fixture in which attendees can ask questions to those more experienced in aspects regarding the virtual currency.
Delegates can share their ideas, experiences and concerns, and engage in discussion.
Third Bitcoin MeetUp Demonstrates Continued Interest
With inflation at approximately 20%, Peso devalues like an iron girder falling from a precipice however the government continues its stringent and determined policy of attempting to avail citizens of any foreign currency.
This particular MeetUp is the third of such events to have taken place in Buenos Aires, and just two weeks ago, BTC Global was present at a Bitcoin MeetUp event in Buenos Aires, which hosted approximately 180 people.
It has been further highlighted that retail outlets are increasingly cancelling their credit card machines and accepting Bitcoins, as the Argentinian government applies extremely high transaction charges and a 15% fee for converting dollars to peso.
EU Adds HTX to Russia Sanctions Two Months After UK's Action Against Crypto Networks
Featured Videos
FM Daily Brief – 28 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 28 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 28 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 28 July 2026
Today's Tuesday, the 28th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: tastytrade enters the CFTC regulated prediction markets, Mitrade renews its Argentina football sponsorship, and the Tokyo Stock Exchange pushes to lower the cost of investing.
Today's Tuesday, the 28th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: tastytrade enters the CFTC regulated prediction markets, Mitrade renews its Argentina football sponsorship, and the Tokyo Stock Exchange pushes to lower the cost of investing.
Today's Tuesday, the 28th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: tastytrade enters the CFTC regulated prediction markets, Mitrade renews its Argentina football sponsorship, and the Tokyo Stock Exchange pushes to lower the cost of investing.
Today's Tuesday, the 28th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: tastytrade enters the CFTC regulated prediction markets, Mitrade renews its Argentina football sponsorship, and the Tokyo Stock Exchange pushes to lower the cost of investing.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
Today's Monday, the 27th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: iFOREX reports stronger client growth despite currency headwinds, BlackBull's New Zealand business expands, and the FCA highlights Consumer Duty good practice.
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 24 July 2026
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
Today's Friday, the 24th of July 2026, and these are our main stories: the FCA finds major gaps in anti-money laundering controls at alternative asset managers, Wise shares tumble after a US banking licence setback, and Google's EU fines could benefit fintech apps.
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 23 July 2026
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
Today's Thursday, the 23rd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: BitMEX announces it will shut down its crypto trading platform, the Financial Commission launches a certification programme for prop firms, and the SEC settles a records lawsuit with Coinbase.
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
FM Daily Brief – 22 July 2026
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.
Today's Wednesday, the 22nd of July 2026, and these are our main stories: retail CFD broker trading volumes ease in the second quarter, Interactive Brokers posts strong quarterly results, and tastytrade faces a Finra fine.