Taurus Expands to Brazil to Drive Digital Asset Adoption
Taurus SA, the FINMA-regulated Swiss provider of institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure, has announced the opening of a new office in São Paulo, Brazil. The expansion reinforces Taurus’ leadership in digital asset technology and deepens its presence in Latin America, where the company already serves a growing roster of clients and partners.
Leadership in Brazil
The São Paulo office will be led by Bruno Reis, CEO for Brazil, who brings over 20 years of with organizations such as Citi, Oracle, SAP, and Neoway. Most recently, Reis was the co-founder and CEO of fintech Ali, which he successfully exited to BTG Pactual in ahead 2025. His mix of technology expertise, regional market knowledge, and proven execution track record strengthens Taurus’ local leadership.
“The evolving regulatory framework in Brazil will enable financial institutions to offer digital assets at scale soon,” said Reis. “I am proud to lead Taurus’ efforts in building a strong franchise across Brazil and Latin America, where we have been actively engaging with regulators and clients to drive adoption.”
Brazil’s Regulatory and Market Context
Brazil’s financial ecosystem has become a hotspot for digital asset innovation. Recent initiatives include the and several pioneering programs that are laying the groundwork for blockchain-enabled finance. is expected by late 2025, which is expected to catalyze institutional adoption and growth across the region.
Taurus’ expansion arrives at a critical moment, enabling the firm to serve institutions preparing to enter the digital asset market under a clearer regulatory framework. The company has already been in active dialogue with Brazilian regulators, further aligning its technology with compliance requirements.
Global Commitment to Digital Asset Infrastructure
Lamine Brahimi, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Taurus, highlighted the strategic importance of the Brazil launch:
“This new chapter in Brazil marks Taurus’ ongoing dedication to advancing the institutional adoption of digital assets while delivering cutting-edge technology and regulatory compliance excellence across key global markets.”
Taurus has built a reputation as a trusted infrastructure provider for leading banks and financial institutions worldwide. Its client and , CACEIS, Santander, and State Street. The company has also attracted significant investor backing, closing a $65 million by Arab Bank Switzerland, UBS/Credit Suisse, Investis, and Pictet.
Looking Ahead
The expansion into Brazil positions Taurus at the forefront of Latin America’s digital asset transformation. By combining its institutional-grade infrastructure with a local presence and leadership, Taurus is set to play a pivotal role in enabling banks and financial institutions across the region to offer compliant, scalable digital asset answers.
