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Bitcoin Miners Trapped In Alleged $20 Billion Corruption Scheme In Venezuela
April 22, 2023
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Large-scale bitcoin miners have been forced to turn off their operations in Venezuela as part of the country’s nationwide crackdown on corruption.

There is anywhere from $3 billion up to $20 billion missing from Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A., the national oil and gas company. Some of Maduro's political movement (also known as Chavismo) own key leaders, like former PDVSA President Tareck Zaidan El Aissami Maddah, are under suspicion during this anti-corruption investigation. The Superintendencia Nacional de Criptoactivos, also known as SUNACRIP, is at the center of this process since it was used for liquidating PDVSA’s sales after the U.S. sanctions against the company and was the primary national institution concerned with all things related to cryptocurrency, including bitcoin mining.

Other crypto businesses, like crypto exchanges and payment platforms that were licensed under SUNACRIP’s guidance, have also paused their operations due to the "regularory context". Venezuela’s crypto industry, considered one of the world’s most robust crypto ecosystems back in 2017, has crawled to a grinding halt.

It all started when President Nicolás Maduro made the first Venezuelan national cryptocurrency in 2018, the petro token backed by Venezuelan oil and a basket of similar commodities.

The Petro And Failed Attempts At Sanctions Evasion

The Venezuelan government created the SUNACRIP shortly after issuing the petro with the goal of evading U.S. sanctions. But the U.S. issued sanctions against the petro in 2019 too, so the oil-backed cryptocurrency only works within Venezuela’s borders.

Despite the robust bitcoin mining industry scattered throughout Venezuela for the past years, and how popular cryptos are in the country, even today only Maduro’s supporters and public employees use the petro cryptocurrency. It has had little to no success, and per their investigation and Maduro’s speech broadcasted via Alberto News, when the petro failed to offer profits or utility, SUNACRIP officials turned into a mafia-style approach, keeping for them public money that was supposed to reach PDVSA’s coffers after became the non-official Venezuelan oil dealers for the world.

Venezuelan jails are now full of men like Joselit Ramírez, chairman of SUNACRIP since 2018, and Rajiv Mosqueda, the head of digital mining operations at SUNACRIP, along with other relevant officials from PDVSA and from the crypto watchdog. These arrests are part of what Maduro supporters, also known as Chavistas themselves, are calling the “PDVSA-crypto plot,” the anti-corruption investigation. These alleged criminals are accused of being part of former Vice President Tareck El Aissami’s mafia-like corruption squad. (Aissami departed his position at PDVSA after investigators arrested Ramirez and his associates). SUNACRIP was allegedly using cryptos like USDt, to complete oil sales around the world. So far, none of the accused officials have issued public statements related to any accusations.

The trouble is, the oil sales don’t match the SUNACRIP’s crypto treasury holdings or the PDVSA balance sheet. Ramírez and his associates have been investigated for their participation in these operations because there are at least $3 billion dollars worth of assets missing, potentially much more. But this isn’t the end. BitcoinBTC -1.2% miners across the country still stand dormant.

Bitcoin Mining In Venezuela

Meanwhile, social media accounts and Telegram group chats across Venezuela have been buzzing since March 2023 about government agents making unusual visits to civilian bitcoin mining facilities.

The National Anticorruption Police is trying to find links between the PDVSA-crypto plot and local bitcoin miners, while also checking that the government has thorough and up-to-date documentation and licensing arrangements with every Venezuelan bitcoin miner, as granted by SUNACRIP. Ramírez and Mosqueda were responsible for granting many of these licenses, so now many people in the bitcoin mining industry are under investigation, to see which miners are indeed compliant with the Maduro administration’s crypto policies and to clear their potential links to the corruption scheme.

There is not much public information about any of these investigations, only widespread rumors of detentions and forfeitures, but so far, there have been no documented arrests of civilian bitcoin miners, and as Teodosio Peraza, head of the bitcoin mining private company Criptominero C.A., explained to the local newspaper Yaracuy al Día after being visited, all compliance checks are a part of normal processes.

In the other hand, at least 500 SUNACRIP workers have been forced to leave their jobs during the clandestine investigations, while the few remaining petro holders are complaining via social platforms like Twitter that the petro is even less useful now, when the whole country is whispering about cryptocurrency and corruption.

It remains to be seen when, or if, Venezuelan crypto companies will return to reliable operations, especially hundreds of bitcoin miners losing income every day their mining machines remain offline. There is no clarity on what comes next for miners and companies in the once-booming Venezuelan crypto industry. Perhaps the Maduro administration will restructure SUNACRIP, or create a new regulatory body entirely.

Whatever happens, the nation’s bitcoin sector is losing out on millions of dollars worth of bitcoin business opportunities, with Venezuelan miners forced offline until this investigation is resolved.

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  • It seems likely that USDC on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) boosts liquidity, benefiting XRP, though some see it as competition for RLUSD.
  • Research suggests both stablecoins can coexist, enhancing the XRPL ecosystem.
  • The evidence leans toward increased network activity being good for XRP, despite potential competition.

The recent launch of USDC on the XRP Ledger has sparked discussions about its impact on the ecosystem, particularly in relation to RLUSD, Ripple's own stablecoin. This response explores whether this development is more about competition for RLUSD or if it enhances liquidity on the XRPL, ultimately benefiting XRP.
 

Impact on Liquidity and XRP

The introduction of USDC, a major stablecoin with a $61 billion market cap, likely increases liquidity on the XRPL by attracting more users, developers, and institutions. This boost can enhance DeFi applications and enterprise payments, potentially driving demand for XRP, the native token used for transaction fees. While some may view it as competition for RLUSD, the overall effect seems positive for the XRPL's growth.
 

Competition vs. Coexistence with RLUSD

USDC and RLUSD cater to different needs: USDC appeals to those valuing regulatory compliance, while RLUSD, backed by Ripple, may attract users preferring ecosystem integration. Research suggests both can coexist, increasing options and fostering innovation, rather than purely competing.
 

Detailed Analysis of USDC on XRPL and Its Implications

The integration of USDC on the XRP Ledger (XRPL), announced on June 12, 2025, by Circle, has significant implications for the ecosystem, particularly in relation to RLUSD, Ripple's stablecoin launched in 2024. This section provides a comprehensive analysis, exploring whether this development is more about competition for RLUSD or if it enhances liquidity on the XRPL, ultimately benefiting XRP.
 

Understanding RLUSD and Its Role

RLUSD, Ripple's stablecoin, received approval from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) in 2024 and is designed to be fully backed by cash and cash equivalents, ensuring stability. It is available on both the Ethereum and XRP Ledger blockchains, aiming to enhance liquidity, reduce volatility, and serve cross-border payments. With a current market cap of $413 million, RLUSD is smaller than USDC's $61 billion but has regulatory credibility, particularly appealing to institutions.
 

Impact of USDC on the XRPL

The launch of USDC on the XRPL is a significant development, given its status as the second-largest stablecoin by market cap.
 
Key impacts include:
  • Liquidity Boost: USDC's integration can attract more users, developers, and institutions, increasing overall liquidity. This is crucial for DeFi applications, as Circle's announcement emphasizes its use in liquidity provisioning for token pairs and FX flows.
  • Increased Utility: USDC enhances the XRPL's utility for enterprise payments, financial infrastructure, and DeFi, potentially making it more attractive for global money movement and transparent settlements.
  • Regulatory and Institutional Appeal: As a regulated stablecoin issued by Circle, USDC can bring institutional users to the XRPL, aligning with Ripple's goals for regulated financial activities.
  • Network Growth: Supporting a widely recognized stablecoin like USDC on 22 blockchains, including the XRPL, increases the network's visibility and adoption, potentially driving more activity.

Competition vs. Complementarity with RLUSD

While USDC's launch could be seen as competition for RLUSD, the evidence suggests a more nuanced relationship:
  • Competition: Both are stablecoins on the XRPL, and USDC's larger market presence ($61 billion vs. RLUSD's $413 million) might attract users and developers away from RLUSD. However, competition can drive innovation, such as lower fees or better services, benefiting the ecosystem
  • Complementarity: Different stablecoins cater to different needs. USDC appeals to users valuing regulatory compliance and widespread adoption across multiple blockchains, while RLUSD, backed by Ripple, may attract those preferring ecosystem integration and regulatory approval from NYDFS. The XRPL can benefit from having multiple options, increasing liquidity and fostering a diverse ecosystem.
  • Coexistence Benefits: Research suggests that having multiple stablecoins enhances liquidity and provides users with more choices, potentially leading to higher network activity. For example, institutions might use USDC for global payments and RLUSD for specific XRPL-integrated applications, creating a symbiotic relationships.

Impact on XRP

The introduction of USDC, alongside RLUSD, is likely beneficial for XRP, the native token of the XRPL, for several reasons:
  • Increased Liquidity and Activity: Higher liquidity on the XRPL, driven by both stablecoins, can increase transaction volumes. XRP is used for transaction fees, with some fees burned, potentially reducing supply over time and increasing demand.
  • DeFi and Enterprise Use Cases: Both USDC and RLUSD enhance DeFi and enterprise applications, such as liquidity pools and cross-border payments, which can drive demand for XRP as a settlement token.
  • Network Growth: A more liquid and active XRPL is more attractive to developers and users, potentially leading to long-term growth for XRP, as increased utility can drive its value.
Expert analyses, such as those from u.today and ledgerinsights.com, suggest the launch is a "massive boost" for liquidity and adoption, with RLUSD also playing a significant role.
 

Comparative Analysis: USDC vs. RLUSD

To further illustrate, consider the following table comparing key attributes:
 
Given the evidence, it is more accurate to view the introduction of USDC on the XRPL as beneficial for liquidity, which is ultimately good for XRP, rather than solely as competition for RLUSD. The XRPL benefits from increased options, with both stablecoins enhancing liquidity, utility, and network growth. While some competition exists, the overall impact is positive, fostering a robust ecosystem that can drive demand for XRP. This conclusion aligns with expert analyses and community discussions, acknowledging the complexity of the stablecoin market within the XRPL.
 

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