The numbers
The $14 billion figure covers all crypto asset purchases and trades recorded by the central bank from January through June. The 135% year-over-year jump means demand more than doubled from the first half of 2025. Brazil is the largest economy in Latin America, and the report underscores the region's growing appetite for digital assets.
What's included
The central bank's data includes demand for bitcoin, ether, and stablecoins. It did not break down the total by individual asset or specify whether the increase was driven more by retail or institutional activity. The report is part of the bank's regular monitoring of the crypto market, which it has been tracking for several years.
Brazil has been a notable market for crypto adoption in Latin America. The country's economic size and relatively developed financial infrastructure make it a bellwether for regional trends. The 135% jump comes as global crypto markets have seen renewed interest in
