EL SALVADOR
Tether Secures License in El Salvador to Enhance Global Bitcoin Adoption
Tether acquires a Digital Asset Service Provider license in El Salvador, positioning itself in a Bitcoin-friendly environment to foster innovation and expand its reach in emerging markets.
Bitfinex Securities Introduces Express Onboarding for Salvadoran Residents
Bitfinex Securities launches express onboarding for Salvadoran residents, simplifying access to tokenized securities under El Salvador's regulatory framework.
Mi Primer Bitcoin's Global Expansion: Educating Thousands on Bitcoin (BTC)
Mi Primer Bitcoin, a non-profit educational organization from El Salvador, aims to educate 100,000 students globally on Bitcoin through its decentralized Light Node network.
iFinex Collaborates with El Salvador Government to Develop Digital Asset and Securities Framework
iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex, partners with El Salvador to create a robust legal framework for digital assets and securities.
Bitfinex Securities Launches El Salvador's First Tokenized Debt for Hilton Hotel Development
Bitfinex Securities, the first licensed digital asset provider in El Salvador, is launching its inaugural tokenized asset raise on the Bitcoin layer 2 Liquid Network to fund a new Hilton hotel complex at El Salvador International Airport.
El Salvador Set to Launch Bitcoin "Volcano Bonds" in Early 2024
El Salvador plans to launch Bitcoin "Volcano Bonds" in early 2024 to fund "Bitcoin City" and address sovereign debt.
Breaking: Bitcoin Enters Banking System, El Salvador's Cuscatlan and Agricola Accept it for Loans
El Salvador's Cuscatlan and Agricola banks have announced they will now accept Bitcoin for loan payments, paving the way for Bitcoin to be used directly for credit card debt settlements and loans, potentially setting global banking industry precedents.
El Salvador Eliminates Taxes on Technology Innovations
El Salvador has eliminated all income, property, and capital gains taxes on technology innovations, including software programming, coding, apps and AI development, as well as computing and communications hardware manufacturing. This move supports the country's ongoing efforts to expedite technological development, including the establishment of the National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) to conduct joint initiatives with Bitcoin entrepreneurs and companies.
El Salvador is Opening a Bitcoin Embassy in the United States
El Salvador, the first nation to legalize Bitcoin, is opening a Texas Bitcoin Embassy to promote BTC.
El Salvador's Crypto Law Allows Bitcoin-Backed Bonds
Legislation authorizes a Bitcoin-backed bond to pay down national debt and build "Bitcoin City". After President Bukele ratifies the measure, it will become law. The bonds are expected to generate $1 billion for the government, half of which would fund the special economic zone.
El Salvador Bukele's administration proposed 'Bitcoin bonds'
El Salvador submitted a law to legalize digital assets in public issuances. The government intends to raise $1 billion for "Bitcoin city" Half of the cash would go to Bitcoin.
El Salvador's Nayib Bukele buy 1 BTC daily
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele and Grenada's ambassador Justin Sun have decided to accumulate 1 BTC per day. Analysts are worried that bitcoin could slide to $13,000, having already lost 76% since hitting a record high of $69,000.
El Salvador's Government Refusing to Share Details on its BTC Stack - ALAC
El Salvador's BANDESAL has denied the request for its Bitcoin information from ALAC
Switzerland City Lugano Signs Agreement With El Salvador To Enhance Bitcoin Adoption in The Regions
The two jurisdictions want to strengthen relations to harness the potential of Bitcoin cryptocurrency for the benefit of both regions and neighboring states and countries.
Costa Rican Lawmaker Proposes to Regulate Crypto Market
Johana Obando, a congresswoman from the Central American country of Costa Rica, has introduced a bill to Congress requiring the government to regulate the crypto market and reduce taxes on cryptocurrencies, making Costa Rica a cryptocurrency-friendly country.