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A Inflection Point for the U.S., LatAm and Expedit Capital
On March 6, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order positioning the United States as the undisputed leader in the crypto-asset ecosystem, marking a milestone in the evolution of blockchain technology globally. This executive order, which establishes a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve and a Digital Asset Reserve, not only fulfills a campaign promise to make the United States the "cryptocurrency capital of the world," but also opens up transformative opportunities for the Tokenization of Financial Assets through the issuance of Regulated Security Tokens.
In this article, we will explore the details of the order, its global impact, and how Expedit potential clients in Latin America can capitalize on this new phase to finance real estate and green energy projects through SEC Regulated Security Tokens, with concrete examples that illustrate its potential.
Context of the Executive Order: From doubt to vanguard during his first term (2017-2021), Trump was critical of cryptocurrencies, calling them in 2019 "based on nothing" and linking them to illicit activities. However, his re-election in November 2024, backed by more than US$100 million in crypto industry donations, reflected a dramatic shift. The March 6, 2025, executive order includes:
- Bitcoin Strategic Reserve: prohibits the sale of the 200,000 bitcoins confiscated by the government, valued at about US$17.5 billion as of March 18, 2025, deeming them a "permanent store of value."
- Digital Asset Reserve: will manage other crypto-assets such as Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano, diversifying federal holdings.
- Regulatory Framework: Directs the SEC and other agencies to foster innovation in blockchain, with an emphasis on asset tokenization, under the oversight of Paul Atkins, new SEC chairman, and David Sacks, White House "crypto Zar."
- Volatility Response: comes on the heels of a Bitcoin drop from US$109,000 in December 2024 to US$92,460 in February 2025, seeking to stabilize the market.
This shift responds to a strategy to maintain U.S. economic competitiveness against powers such as China (which bans crypto-assets) and the European Union (with its MiCA regulation).
- Global Impact: Redefining Finance The executive order transcends U.S. borders, reshaping the global financial landscape.
- Institutional Adoption: Banks such as JPMorgan could integrate cryptoassets into their portfolios, attracted by government legitimacy.
- Currency Competition: If countries such as Brazil or Japan create similar reserves, traditional currencies and gold could lose weight to cryptoassets.
- Tokenization Boost: The SEC's endorsement of tokenization could accelerate the conversion of real assets (property, bonds, energy projects) into tradable digital tokens.
However, there are risks. The concentration of cryptoassets in government hands could raise concerns about price manipulation, and the lack of detailed legislation from Congress could create uncertainty in the short term.
Tokenization in LatAm: A Financial Revolution
In Latin America, where more than 50% of SMEs face barriers to obtaining credit (according to the IDB), tokenization offers a disruptive solution. Trump's order strengthens this potential by:
- Increasing Confidence: SEC regulation attracts international investors to tokenized projects.
- Leverage Existing Infrastructure: Platforms such as Solana and Ripple, included in the strategic reserve, already operate in LatAm with fast and inexpensive transactions.
- Combating Devaluation: In countries such as Argentina (100% inflation in 2024) or Venezuela, security tokens backed by real-world assets - RWA preserve value against weak local currencies.
LatAm's real estate and renewable energy market, which requires hundreds of billions of dollars annually (IRENA estimates US$150 billion for energy transition), could benefit enormously.
Expedit: Concrete Opportunities for Your Clients
Expedit, focused on financing real estate and green energy projects in LatAm, is in a privileged position to take advantage of this new era through SEC-regulated Security Tokens. These Security Tokens, registered on blockchain and backed by RWA, offer transparency, liquidity, and global access.
The following are concrete examples of how your clients can finance projects.
1: Residential Building in Bogota, Colombia Project: A US$40 million sustainable building in Chapinero, Bogota, with 150 luxury apartments and LEED certification.
- Challenge: Bank rates of 15% per annum and long financing terms.
- Solution: Expedit issues 40,000 tokens at US$1,000 each, registered with the SEC, representing fractions of ownership and sales/rent returns.
- Implementation: A real estate fund in New York buys 5,000 tokens (US$5 million), and a retail investor in São Paulo acquires 20 (US$20,000) via tZero. Brokerage costs drop from 5% (banks) to less than 1% (blockchain).
- Result: 45-day funding (vs. traditional 6 months), with liquidity for investors in secondary markets. Trump's order boosts confidence in regulated tokens.
2: Wind Farm in Atacama, Chile Project: US$25 million wind farm in Atacama, generating 50 MW for mining companies.
- Challenge: Lack of seed capital and subsidy delays.
- Solution: Expedit issues 25,000 tokens at US$1,000, backed by energy revenues, regulated by the SEC.
- Implementation: A Chilean mining company invests 5 million (5,000 tokens) for ESG reasons, and a green fund in California contributes 10 million (10,000 tokens). Solana processes transactions at US$0.00025 each.
- Result: Project completed in 18 months, with returns of 8% per annum. SEC post-order legitimacy attracts global capital.
3: Affordable Housing in Lima, Peru Project: US$15 million development for 300 homes in San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima.
- Challenge: High bank guarantees and insufficient subsidies.
- Solution: Expedit issues 15,000 tokens at US$1,000, backed by sales, with SEC registration.
- Implementation: An investor in Miami buys 10 tokens (US$10,000) via Coinbase, and an impact fund in London contributes 2 million (2,000 tokens). 5% discount for buyers using tokens.
- Result: 60-day financing, 10% return. SEC regulation convinces foreign investors.
4: Solar Plant in Oaxaca, Mexico Project: US$10 million solar plant in Oaxaca, with 20 MW for rural communities.
- Challenge: Small scale discourages private investors.
- Solution: Expedit issues 10,000 tokens at US$1,000, backed by energy contracts, regulated by the SEC.
- Implementation: A German NGO invests 1 million (1,000 tokens), and a pension fund in Texas contributes 3 million (3,000 tokens), including tokenized carbon credits, tradable on Ripple.
- Result: Construction in 12 months, return of 7%. The model is replicated in other regions.
Competitive Advantages of Expedit.
These examples show the advantages for Expedit's customers:
- Global Access: The Executive Order opens up markets such as the United States, where investors are looking for regulated assets post-2025.
- Efficiency: Costs drop from 5-10% (banks) to 1-2% (blockchain), and times are reduced from months to weeks.
- Confidence: The SEC, under Paul Atkins, offers legal certainty, which is key in a market perceived as risky.
- Challenges and Strategies
- Volatility: Expedit can use stable contracts (e.g., energy sales) to mitigate crypto fluctuations.
- Local Regulation: Collaborate with LatAm governments to align projects with the SEC.
- Education: Workshops for clients and investors on tokenization.
A Changing Future
Trump's March 6, 2025 executive order not only positions the United States as a crypto leader, but also opens up a world of possibilities for LatAm. For Expedit Capital's clients, SEC Regulated Security Tokens as in the cases of Bogota, Atacama, Lima, and Oaxaca, offer a way to finance innovative real estate and green energy projects.
This new era democratizes capital, reduces costs, and fosters sustainability, placing Expedit at the forefront of a financial revolution written in blockchain. Contact us today!