Brazil records $318B on-chain value; Chainalysis warns of rising laundering risk

Brazil processed $318B in on-chain crypto from July 2024 to June 2025. Chainalysis flags rising local money-laundering risk and urges tighter monitoring. Chainalysis report.

Brazil took about one-third of Latin America’s on-chain value in that period. Source.

Drivers cited: a digital-native user base, active fintechs, and strong demand for stablecoins as an inflation hedge. Source

Chainalysis warns that criminals may exploit on-chain transfers to move illicit funds. It calls for stronger transaction monitoring by local platforms and financial institutions. Source

The warning comes as Brazil advances its central bank digital currency work, making compliance a priority, per the firm. Source

Key points:
- $318B received on-chain in Brazil from Jul 2024 to Jun 2025 Chainalysis
- ~33% share of Latin America’s on-chain value Chainalysis
- Chainalysis urges robust, proactive transaction monitoring in Brazil Chainalysis