Influencer Raiam Santos Urges Brazilians to Learn About Cryptocurrency Amidst Global Financial System Concerns
In a surprising turn of events, influencer Raiam Santos, known for his online presence with over 250,000 followers on X, has called on Brazilians to learn about cryptocurrencies. He fears Brazil could be excluded from the global financial system.
Santos specifically recommends learning about USDT, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar. He draws parallels to Russia, which faced restrictions on Visa and Mastercard after tensions with the United States. He suggests that if tensions escalate between the Brazilian and US governments, cryptocurrencies could be vital for accessing financial markets.
“I never thought I’d say this, BUT LEARN TO USE CRYPTOCURRENCIES, especially USDT. There is a real possibility that Brazil will be removed from the global financial system, just like they did with Russia. Visa, Mastercard, nothing works there.”
A Change of Heart? Raiam Santos’ Evolving View on Crypto
Santos’ call to action marks a potential shift in his stance on cryptocurrencies. Previously, he was considered a critic of digital currencies. However, a meeting with Renato Trezoitão, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, may have influenced his perspective.
Trezoitão, known for his “Missão Bitcoin” events, met with Santos in Portugal for a public discussion. During their conversation, Bitcoin’s potential role in the future became clearer to Santos. According to Trezoitão, Santos even jokingly acknowledged Bitcoin as a solution to global problems.
Past Criticisms and Recent Experiences
Despite his apparent change of heart, the Brazilian crypto community remembers Santos’ past criticisms of Bitcoin. In 2025, he created YouTube videos criticizing Bitcoin. However, recent events may have contributed to his evolving view.
In 2024, Santos experienced the suspension of his Itaú bank account and the blocking of his YouTube and Instagram channels. At the time, Monark, formerly of FlowPodcast, suggested he “buy Bitcoin and be happy.”
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