El Salvador changes Bitcoin rules

El Salvador Backs Away From Its Bitcoin Experiment
In order to accept a $1.4 billion loan from the IMF, El Salvador had to change some of its cryptocurrency laws.
El Salvador changes Bitcoin rules to qualify for $1.4 billion in IMF cash
Recently, officials in the Central American country of El Salvador approved amendments to its controversial Bitcoin law in order to guarantee a $1.4 billion loan with the International Monetary Fund (IMF),
Bitcoin Boom: El Salvador Accumulates BTC While Traders Stay Cautious
El Salvadors Bitcoin Accumulation El Salvador within a week added up to 20 BTC in its reserves. On February 4, 2025, it bought 11 BTC bringing up the total count to 6,056 BTC. Then, on February 5, it bought 12 more
El Salvador amends bitcoin law following IMF loan deal
The government secured a $1.4bn loan from the IMF, prompting a cautious approach to Bitcoin after the lender's recommendation.
El Salvador Increases Bitcoin Reserves with Latest Purchase
El Salvador appears to be sticking to its now-popular Bitcoin strategy and has “bought the dip” yet again. On Tuesday, February 4, the Central American country took advantage of a declining crypto market and bought 12 Bitcoin BTC $98 080 24h volatility: 1.3% Market cap: $1.94 T Vol. 24h: $66.66 B over two separate transactions on the day.
The lesson of El Salvador’s failed Bitcoin experiment
The International Monetary Fund wants to keep you down. Just look toward El Salvador for proof, where President Nayib Bukele abandoned his Bitcoin legal tender revolution in favor of international development loans.
El Salvador Reverses Bitcoin Legal Tender Status Under Pressure From IMF: Report
El Salvador has reportedly removed the legal tender status of Bitcoin (BTC) after less than four years because of pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
El Salvador buys more Bitcoin while adjusting policies for IMF
El Salvador has added 50 BTC to its reserves in the past month, continuing its Bitcoin accumulation strategy despite adjusting regulations to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions. On Saturday, the country purchased another 5 BTC, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to approximately 6,055 BTC, valued at over $606 million.
Failure or 5D chess? El Salvador IMF deal walks back Bitcoin adoption
The IMF was not ready to extend a loan to El Salvador without concessions on the country’s ongoing Bitcoin adoption efforts.
El Salvador Ends Bitcoin’s Legal Tender Status Amid IMF Pressure
El Salvador cancels Bitcoin’s legal tender status, making its use voluntary while Bitfinex Securities expands investment options with BMN2.
El Salvador Rushes to Approve Bitcoin Law Amendment to Comply With IMF Loan Terms
El Salvador has rushed to approve an amendment that will keep it compliant with the terms of its $1.4 billion IMF loan.
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El Salvador Buys the Bitcoin Dip, Snaps Up Another $1.1 Million
The Central American country snapped up another 11 Bitcoin for its national reserve as crypto prices slumped this week.
The United States is following El Salvador's playbook — Web3 exec
The United States is currently following in the footsteps of El Salvador, according to Michele Crivelli, the founder of ...