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El Salvador is making Bitcoin acceptance voluntary for merchants and reducing government involvement in the Chivo wallet. These steps are part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF said the potential risks of the Bitcoin project would be reduced. The public sector will be limited to Bitcoin-related economic activities. Taxes will be paid only in US dollars. The agreement is awaiting approval by the IMF Executive Board. Share your thoughts in the comments.