El Salvador has just scattered the bulk of its Bitcoin reserve across 14 new addresses, with a ceiling of about 500 BTC per wallet. The goal: to reduce the attack surface if quantum computing targeted the public keys revealed during on-chain spending tomorrow.
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The Salvadoran government has added more than 13 bitcoins to its reserves since March 1, openly defying the conditions of the $1.4 billion loan provided by the International Monetary Fund. Despite international pressures, President Nayib Bukele claims that nothing will stop his country's accumulation strategy.
The Salvadoran government has urgently passed a major amendment to its bitcoin legislation, abandoning the requirement for companies to accept BTC as a means of payment. This reform comes as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
On January 20, 2025, the National Bitcoin Office of El Salvador announced the addition of 12 new bitcoins to its strategic reserves, bringing the total to 6,044 BTC, worth over 617 million dollars. This decision comes despite a recent agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) aimed at reducing some of the country’s crypto policies in exchange for a loan of 1.4 billion dollars.
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In 2024, cryptocurrencies reached a significant milestone with their increasing integration into global financial systems. This year was marked by major initiatives driven by ambitious regulations and large-scale strategic projects. In the United States, the potential adoption of the Bitcoin Act paved the way for discussions on the role of cryptocurrencies in economic sovereignty. In Europe, the MiCA regulatory framework established unprecedented rules to stabilize markets and protect investors. At the same time, Latin America emerged as a key player, with innovative partnerships like that of El Salvador and Argentina, consolidating their position in the face of local economic challenges. These advancements reflect a global movement in favor of the adoption of these assets and outline a new trajectory for the crypto industry and its future implications.
In the global financial landscape, few nations dare to adopt a strategy as bold as that of El Salvador. Under the leadership of its president Nayib Bukele, this Central American country is establishing itself as a pioneer in cryptocurrency adoption. With the achievement of the symbolic milestone of 6,000 BTC accumulated, El Salvador is not only strengthening its commitment to Bitcoin but also aims to transform this cryptocurrency into a cornerstone of its economic and diplomatic strategy. This unprecedented bet sparks both admiration from proponents of decentralized finance and criticism from international institutions, which warn against the risks associated with such exposure.
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Salvador recently announced a strategic partnership with Argentina to strengthen crypto regulation. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative by El Salvador to establish similar agreements with over 25 countries.
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and El Salvador are moving towards an agreement to mitigate the risks associated with the adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender. These talks, focused on strengthening public finances and financial stability, could lead to a program supported by the IMF.
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In a context of turbulence in the cryptocurrency market, El Salvador maintains its policy of daily acquisition of Bitcoin. This bold decision raises questions about the long-term viability of the Central American country's crypto strategy.
For the past few days, the government's bitcoin program in El Salvador has been the target of serious cyber attacks. A few days ago, hackers leaked the personal data of over 5 million Salvadorians. The same cyber criminals have now published extracts of the source code and VPN access to the national bitcoin wallet Chivo on CiberInteligenciaSV, an online hacking forum. Details.
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"When you think of Bitcoin, you often think of economic superpowers or cryptocurrency havens like El Salvador. However, a recent study reveals a significant surprise: Nigeria dominates the ranking of countries most interested in this digital currency, even overshadowing El Salvador. This phenomenon raises several questions and deserves a deeper analysis. So, what is really happening in Nigeria?
The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, is set to step foot in El Salvador during an official visit scheduled for this week. As El Salvador recently made headlines by adopting Bitcoin, this diplomatic initiative piques curiosity. Could Qatar be considering a similar adoption?
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele's introduction of Bitcoin two years ago raised concerns on Wall Street. Today, this bold move is boosting the attractiveness of El Salvador's bond markets, propelling them to the top of emerging market dollar bonds this year.