Latin American cryptocurrency exchange Ripio has disclosed that its digital asset treasury exceeds $100 million, positioning it as the second-largest publicly known crypto treasury in the region. The revelation comes as the company continues to expand its crypto holdings and investment activities.
Ripio’s CEO, Sebastian Serrano, confirmed the figure in an interview with CoinDesk at DevConnect 2025 in Buenos Aires. The company began accumulating bitcoin and ether in 2017 and has since employed trading and hedging strategies to manage its portfolio.
Ripio’s Crypto Treasury and Investment Strategy
Since its initial acquisitions in 2017, Ripio has actively managed its crypto assets but has not detailed the specific allocation or performance metrics. Beyond holding digital assets, the exchange has also participated as a seed investor in crypto projects including Polygon and ZKSync, indicating a broader engagement within the blockchain ecosystem.
Latin America’s Largest Crypto Treasuries
OranjeBTC leads the region as the largest publicly traded digital asset treasury, holding approximately 3,713 bitcoins valued at over $335 million. Earlier this year, OranjeBTC secured its position as Brazil’s top crypto treasury firm.
Following Ripio, Méliuz ranks as Latin America’s third-largest digital asset treasury, maintaining around $54 million in bitcoin holdings. Additionally, e-commerce leader Mercado Libre holds $51 million in bitcoin, underscoring growing institutional adoption across sectors.
Summary of Top Latin American Crypto Treasuries
| Company | Crypto Treasury Value | Notable Assets |
|---|---|---|
| OranjeBTC | $335 million | 3,713 BTC |
| Ripio | $100 million | Bitcoin, Ether |
| Méliuz | $54 million | Bitcoin |
| Mercado Libre | $51 million | Bitcoin |
