BC reports leakage of registration data of 28.2 thousand PIX keys from Pefisa
The Central Bank of Brazil has reported a data breach involving registration details linked to 28,203 PIX keys managed by the fintech Pefisa due to system failures.
Unimed Petrópolis is invaded and stolen cell phone is used for PIX scam
The Unimed Petrópolis administrative unit was invaded, leading to the theft of a cell phone that was subsequently used in a scam demanding payments via the PIX system.
Banks seek to expand Brazilian payments with Pix in Argentine stores
Brazilian travelers to Argentina will have more options to pay using the Pix payment system in stores.
Institutions offer credit via Pix, but lack of rules worries experts; see conditions
Financial institutions in Brazil are starting to offer credit and installment options through the Pix payment system, but experts express concern over unclear regulations and the potential risks to consumers.
Banco do Brasil launches PIX in Argentina
Banco do Brasil has introduced a service that allows Brazilians to use the PIX payment system in Argentina, in collaboration with Banco Patagonia.
Suspects Created Fake Lawyer Profiles to Commit Frauds via Pix in Amazonas
Authorities in Amazonas have arrested suspects who created fake lawyer profiles to perpetrate frauds through the Pix payment system.
Itaú customers report problems with Pix this Thursday (19)
Itaú customers experienced instability with the Pix payment system on Thursday, leading to widespread complaints and delays in transactions.
Itaú's PIX goes down and customers complain on social media
Itaú Unibanco's PIX payment system experienced outages, leading to customer complaints on social media about access issues.
Central Bank communicates data leak of nearly 5,300 Pix keys from Agibank; find out what to do
The Brazilian Central Bank has reported a data leak affecting 5,290 Pix keys associated with Agibank, marking the first such incident in 2026.
BC reports leak of registration data of PIX keys under the responsibility of Agibank
The Central Bank of Brazil has reported a leak involving registration data of 5,290 PIX keys linked to Agibank due to system failures.
Functionality allows contesting Pix directly through the app in cases of fraud
The CrediSIS system now enables users to contest Pix transactions directly through their app, enhancing security and efficiency in addressing fraud issues.
Pix is expected to be the payment method in 50% of transactions in e-commerce by 2028, says study
The instant payment system Pix is projected to account for half of e-commerce transactions in Brazil by 2028, reflecting its rapid rise over traditional credit cards.
Technical failure disrupts Pix and bank applications this Saturday (7)
A technical failure impacted the Pix payment system and various banking applications in Brazil, causing disruptions in financial transactions and services.
PIX moves R$ 35.4 trillion in 2025, with nearly 80 billion transactions, and sets a record
In 2025, Brazil's PIX payment system recorded R$ 35.4 trillion in transactions, marking a 33.6% increase from the previous year and approaching full adult adoption in the country.
PIX receipts, videos, and cell phone data proved that a young man was wrongfully arrested in the case of a murdered pregnant woman in PR: 'I hope for an apology'
Igor Ryan Camargo Batista was wrongfully imprisoned for nearly three days but was declared innocent of involvement in the murder of a pregnant woman after evidence clear his name.
'Free flow' toll scam uses fake websites to steal from drivers; see how to protect yourself
Drivers have fallen victim to a new scam exploiting the electronic toll system known as 'free flow', where criminals create fake websites to mimic toll payments and divert victims' money through Pix transfers.
Carnival 2026: see the opening hours of banks and when they close
Bank agencies will have altered operating hours during Carnival 2026, with no in-person services on February 16 and 17, while the Pix payment system will remain operational.
New rules to combat fraud via PIX come into force; learn how money will be tracked and returned to victims
New regulations for the PIX payment system, effective from October 2, aim to combat digital fraud by enabling the tracking and return of stolen funds to victims.
VIDEOS: RJ2 of Monday, February 2, 2026
The article discusses various significant developments including the approval of a bill for gas cylinders for low-income families, ethical reforms in Brazil's judiciary, and security updates for the PIX payment system.