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Steve Hanke Blasts Bitcoin: It Is ‘Not a Currency’ and Has a ‘Fundamental Value of Zero’

Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University, has criticized bitcoin, stating it is not a currency. The economist, known for his vocal opinions about crypto and for the promotion of dollarization initiatives in Latam, blasted bitcoin, saying it has a “fundamental value of zero,” and that…

President Nayib Bukele Touts El Salvador as the ‘New Land of the Free’ in Vintage Americana Poster Featuring Bitcoin as Legal Tender

President Nayib Bukele is promoting El Salvador as the “new land of the free,” as part of an invitation for foreigners to move to the Latam country. Bukele tweeted a poster in vintage American style that included several advantages that the country brings its citizen, including the adoption of…

El Salvador to remove taxes on technological advancements

El Salvador President, Nayib Bukele, said he intends to eliminate all taxes on technological advances, including income, property, capital gains taxes, and import duties. He added that he would send legislation to Congress the following week. Aiding innovation undoubtedly offers up various avenues. Suppression from centralized entities, on the…

Zambia Is Looking Into Potential Crypto Regulation

The Bank of Zambia has announced it’s considering adopting digital currency legislation so that it can test the technology behind crypto to see about its viability as a payment method. Zambia Sees Crypto in a Whole New Light Felix Mutati – the technology and science minister in Zambia –…

Bitfinex CTO expects El Salvador bitcoin volcano bonds this year

The CTO of cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex expects the much-awaited El Salvador bitcoin volcano bonds to be on the market between June and September this year after the country’s congress voted in favor of legislation that will provide the legal framework for the issuance of the bitcoin (BTC) backed bond.…

El Salvador and Texas Are Creating a Bitcoin Embassy

The bitcoin-loving nation of El Salvador has announced a new partnership with the state of Texas. Together, the two regions are planning to open what they’re calling a “bitcoin embassy” as a means of promoting use and increasing adoption. El Salvador Forms BTC Partnership with Texas El Salvador shocked…

Study Finds El Salvador Remains One of the Countries Most Interested in Bitcoin

A recent study that examined the interest of several countries in bitcoin and crypto ranked El Salvador as second for having the most interest in the issue. While the U.S. was still ranked first, El Salvador’s high rank comes amidst criticism President Nayib Bukele has drawn from Salvadorans for…

The IMF Plans to Watch El Salvador and Its BTC Habits Closely

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated that the risks surrounding bitcoin use in El Salvador have not necessarily shown themselves yet. However, the agency has reported it’s necessary to stay aware and that El Salvador still warrants both attention and transparency. The IMF Is Still Worried About El…

Spain a Hotbed for Cryptocurrency Real Estate Deals, According to Study

A recent study indicates that Spain is one of the hottest countries regarding real estate offerings that can be paid with cryptocurrency. The report, prepared by Forex Suggest, found that Spain is the country with the most properties available for crypto, followed by Thailand, Portugal, and the UAE. Spain…

IMF exec board endorses crypto policy framework, including no crypto as legal tender

The executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has assessed a paper on crypto asset policy published by the fund and expressed its agreement with its proposed policy framework. The paper, titled “Elements of Effective Policies for Crypto Assets,” developed framework of nine policy principles that addressed macro-financial, legal…

El Salvador is Opening a Bitcoin Embassy in the United States

The nation of El Salvador is creating a “Bitcoin Embassy” in the United States, making it the first government in the world to do so. Bitcoin (BTC) is the most popular cryptocurrency in the world. In 2021, El Salvador became the first nation in the world to recognize bitcoin…

Paying the way for Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador: Video

The Bitcoin (BTC) white paper title describes Bitcoin as a “peer-to-peer electronic cash system.” So how is Bitcoin being used as a means of exchange, or electronic cash, in the first country to adopt Bitcoin?  Reporter Joe Hall spent a few weeks in El Salvador attempting to live off…

El Salvador Considers Opening Second Bitcoin Embassy in Texas to Boost Economic Exchange

On Feb. 14, 2023, Milena Mayorga, the Salvadoran ambassador to the United States, announced that her country is considering opening a second bitcoin embassy in the Lone Star State. Mayorga said that Texas is “our new ally” and the goal is to expand “commercial and economic exchange projects.” Ambassador…

El Salvador to open second bitcoin embassy in Texas

El Salvador to construct a second Bitcoin Embassy in Texas after opening the first one in Lugano, Switzerland. Texas and El Salvador exchanged goods worth $1.24 million El Salvador aims to construct a second Bitcoin Embassy in Texas after opening its first in Lugano, Switzerland, despite the International Monetary…

El Salvador to open a ‘Bitcoin Embassy’ in the United States

The world’s biggest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), is connecting more countries as the government of El Salvador is opening a “Bitcoin Embassy” in the United States. El Salvador, a country that adopted Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, is expanding its Bitcoin strategy with a new partnership with the government…

IMF Report on El Salvador’s Bitcoin Adoption: Risks Averted, but Transparency Needed

According to a recent mission statement published by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), El Salvador has adopted bitcoin as legal tender and has avoided risks so far. The IMF states that the risks have not materialized due to the limited use of bitcoin. However, the United Nations financial agency…

President of Senegal likes El Salvador bitcoin policy 

The president of the Republic of Senegal, Macky Sall, expressed interest in the government’s bitcoin policy in El Salvador, which he claimed has been bolstered by the use of bitcoin (BTC) since it became legal cash in that Central American country last year. Macky Sall made this statement while…

Sri Lanka against Bitcoin adoption, rejects Draper’s anti-corruption pitch

On a recent visit to Sri Lanka, American billionaire Tim Draper pitched the idea of adopting Bitcoin (BTC) as a legal tender to fight against the corruption that contributed to hyperinflation in the island country. However, a key Sri Lankan authority — central bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe — believed…

El Salvador enacts new bitcoin regulation

El Salvador has recently enacted a new law that governs the use of digital currencies, signaling a significant advancement in the nation’s cryptocurrency journey.  New agency to monitor crypto activity The newly enacted law, which received the support of 62 out of 84 members in Congress, establishes a clear…

El Salvador Implements New Law for Regulating Crypto

El Salvador has announced a new law that will place crypto regulation duties in the hands of both state and private entities. The idea is that these entities will hold sway over any digital currencies (except for bitcoin, which has already been declared legal tender in the country) and…

Panamanian Crypto Bill Might Get a Second Wind in the Highest Court of the Country

The fate of the Panamanian crypto bill project, which was approved by the Panamanian National Assembly last year, now depends on the decision of the supreme court of the country. The sanction of the project, which was vetoed by President Laurentino Cortizo, is now in the hands of the…

El Salvador’s bitcoin city wins global recognition

El Salvador has won a global award for its ambitious and eco-friendly Bitcoin City, which will be constructed at the base of a volcano. The Bitcoin City project of the El Salvador government has reportedly been recognized by the jury of the international design platform LOOP, among the 705…

The President of El Salvador berates biased media

The President of El Salvador has struck back at legacy media and told the world his nation was able to meet its financial obligations. El Salvador’s president Nayib Bukele criticized the biased disposition of legacy media outlets to the country’s efforts in meeting all its financial obligations and keeping…

Central African Republic creates task force to draft crypto bill

The Central African Republic (CAR) government has given a 15-member team the task of drafting a crypto bill. The crypto committee is required to develop a legal structure and an ecosystem model for its citizens’ utilization of cryptocurrencies and other tokens. Crypto can help solve the country’s financial problems,…

El Salvador Approves Digital Assets Issuance Law

The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador approved the Digital Assets Issuance Law, a framework that will allow the country to issue crypto-related debt instruments. The approved law, which was passed thanks to the majority that President Nayib Bukele has in Congress, serves as a base for the issuance of…

El Salvador Chivo Wallet Programmer Opens Up About Alleged ID Fraud, Tech and Money Laundering Issues

A Chivo wallet programmer has opened up about the different problems that the flagship cryptocurrency wallet of El Salvador faced during its initial stages. Shaun Overton, who alleges he was hired to help in the handling of the issues, has talked about ID theft, money laundering problems, and the…

Miss El Salvador Features Bitcoin in Miss Universe 2023

The Miss Universe contestant from El Salvador this year has surprised viewers by featuring bitcoin as part of her national costume. El Salvador has adopted the cryptocurrency as legal tender and has passed a new regulatory framework for the issuance of its long-awaited bitcoin-backed Volcano bonds. Bitcoin Showcased in…

El Salvador’s Crypto Law Allows Bitcoin-Backed Bonds

El Salvador has recently passed historic legislation that will provide the legal basis for a Bitcoin-backed bond to be issued in the country. This bond, also known as the “Volcano Bond,” will be put toward the reduction of the country’s overall debt as well as the funding of the…

El Salvador’s Bitcoin strategy evolved with the bear market in 2022

Cryptocurrency adoption has been on the rise in El Salvador in recent years, with the country becoming the first in the world to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a legal tender. This landmark decision has attracted the attention of the global cryptocurrency community and has sparked discussions on the potential…

Crypto regulation world: How laws for digital assets changed in 2022

Effective regulations are one of the key gateways to cryptocurrency’s mainstream adoption. Due to greater compliance, crypto businesses saw broader acceptance from regulators worldwide. While the crypto ecosystem was awarded countless operational licenses and exposure to new markets, the fall of Terraform Labs, FTX and Celsius, among others, had…

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