Latin Fest 2025 Crypt: Value, Institutionalization and Bitcoin adoption in Latam

On the second day of conferences in the Latin Fest cryptrecognized ecosystem figures shared their prospects on the adoption of the main digital currency in Latin America, emphasizing aspects such as the debate on value, their status as a reserve of value and institutional participation.

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• Figures highlight the role of governments and corporations in the expansion of Bitcoin
• Volatility and its impact on the value reserve narrative were discussed.
• Education appears as a key to future adoption.

Last Friday, August 22, in the spaces of the Medellín Botanical Garden, The second day of conferences of the new edition of the Latin Fest crypt, Event that brought together important figures to discuss and address issues of interest on the digital currency sector, new technologies and the possibilities that open in business.

The conference “Bitcoin: adoption and usability in Latam”, He brought together five recognized voices of the ecosystem. Juliana Matiz, Juan Galt, Aníbal Garrido, Jerónimo Ferrer and Johan Godoy, who shared their perspectives on the evolution of Bitcoin In the region, addressing issues such as regulation, institutionalization, volatility and the role of education.

Regulations, governments and geopolitics

To begin, the speakers discussed the importance of international legal regulations and frameworks as elements that promote adoption. Garrido stood out as experiences such as El Salvador, with the initiative of President Nayib Bukele, marked a turning point in the global narrative. He also emphasized that the reservation plan and the public Wallet of that country changed the way in which institutions and governments observe the cryptocurrency.

To this was added the example of Michael Saylor and Strategy, that introduced a corporate treasury model based on Bitcoin, influencing even the policy of international figures. Such is the case of the American president, Donald Trump, who in this period assumed a position in which he promotes the regulation and adoption of these assets, encouraging the participation of the local market.

Godoy stressed the importance of adoption regulations, placing El Salvador, Switzerland and Gibraltar as pioneering jurisdictions. Although he considered that the United States will eventually play a crucial role, He warned that countries that do not act in time could impoverish their economies due to lack of competitiveness. For him, we are facing a revolution comparable to the transition between Blockchain and the system Swift

For his part, Galt said that, although the institutions have shown interest in Bitcoin, For years there were no suitable mechanisms for its large -scale acquisition. The arrival of the ETFs, together with the entry of actors such as Fidelity and Blackrock, He opened the doors to a new stage. However, he criticized that several governments have sold their reservations at low prices, which could generate future political costs.

Ferrer, on the other hand, emphasized the social and geopolitical dimension. He recalled that adoption began among enthusiasts who exchanged small amounts and then passed to companies, corporations and finally governments. In El Salvador, he said, citizens perceive direct changes in security and in the daily economy thanks to Bitcoin. In turn, he mentioned that commercial tensions, such as American tariffs, are motivating more countries to consider cryptocurrency as a strategic alternative.

The debate on the value reserve

A central part of the panel revolved around the question: is Bitcoin a value shelter? Matiz clarified that, in theoretical terms, the asset does not meet all conditions. Nevertheless, He identified three differentiated scenarios: for investment funds it is a risk asset, for the retail investor it is a value asset and, for the citizens of fragile economies, it can mean a refuge against the inflation of its local currencies.

Ferrer defended that, despite his volatility, Bitcoin Yes it works as a value shelter, while Galt questioned the stability of fiduciary coins. According to the latter, traditional currency savings is diluted over time, while BTC It has demonstrated sustained growth. He proposed that the key is to maintain a long -term mentality.

Godoy, on the other hand, offered an analogy: work and effort are quantified in dollars, but Bitcoin It works as a “Black hole” that absorbs those resources and returns a more stable monetary unit. Garrido agreed to point out that the concept of value reserve must be analyzed on horizons of years, not of days, comparing the evolution of gold with the potential future capitalization of Bitcoin.

Education and regulation: complementary roads

The last part of the conversation revolved around the dilemma between education and regulation. Matiz warned about the slowness of regulators, but recognized the growing interest of financial entities and the need for greater clarity to open investment and participation spaces.

For his part, Galt insisted on the need for more education and less regulatory barriers, while Godoy argued that, the fact that legislators have appropriate information and understanding of these issues promotes adequate regulations.

Garrido closed the debate stating that education must cover three sectors: rulers, regulators and citizens, with emphasis on self -training. The combination of these factors, he said, will be decisive for Latin America to consolidate a solid strategy against Bitcoin’s future.

Angel Di Matteo / article Diariobitcoin

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