The Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA) has been preparing to lift the long-standing ban that prohibited banking institutions from offering digital asset-related services. With Argentina’s regulatory authorities now greenlighting the cryptocurrency exchange software and custody services, banks and financial institutions have a clear path to enter the market.
The real shift occurred when the CNV (Comisión Nacional de Valores) introduced its official VASP Registry, as outlined in Resolution 1058/2025, thereby establishing a regulated environment and a six-month “permission to operate” window. The early filer compliant crypto services providers gain 12-18 months of market dominance before the competition catches up. The structured, high-bar regulatory framework mandates transparency, capital adequacy (ARS 100M minimum), custody standards, and strict AML controls.
In case you’re still thinking why you should launch your crypto exchange software in Argentina in 2026, you’re late already.