Venezuela's Petro cryptocurrency, once touted as the world's first sovereign digital currency, has officially collapsed following a series of corruption scandals and technical failures. Launched in 2018 by President Maduro, the Petro was intended to circumvent U.S. sanctions and stabilize the country's economy by being backed by oil reserves. However, the project faced skepticism from the public and international community, with the U.S. banning its use shortly after its introduction. The Petro's demise was accelerated by a corruption scandal involving high-ranking officials, including the arrest of Joselit Ramírez Camacho, head of the national digital currency regulatory agency. Investigations revealed billions of dollars were embezzled through fraudulent oil contracts, leading to the suspension of the Petro and a nationwide crackdown on cryptocurrency mining. The Petro's failure highlights the broader collapse of Venezuela's governance and economic systems, as the country continues to grapple with hyperinflation and economic instability.