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Brazil Tightens Stablecoin Regulations with New Bill

Brazil Tightens Stablecoin Regulations with New Bill

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Global Cryptocurrency

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2026-02-05 15:42:02

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Brazil's congressional committee has passed Bill 4,308/2024, marking a significant shift in cryptocurrency oversight. The legislation mandates full reserve backing for all stablecoins, effectively banning algorithmic or unbacked variants like Ethena’s USDe and Frax. Violators face severe penalties, including prison terms of up to eight years.

Exchanges operating in Brazil must now adhere to strict compliance measures for handling foreign stablecoins such as USDT and USDC. This regulatory MOVE aims to curb market instability while fostering institutional confidence in digital assets.

The decision reflects global trends toward stablecoin accountability, though it may temporarily stifle innovation in Brazil’s crypto sector. Market participants anticipate liquidity shifts toward compliant assets as the law takes effect.

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