๐ฅ๐ฅ El Salvador's President Bukele Announces $400 Million Bitcoin Transfer๐
El Salvador, the pioneer in adopting Bitcoin as its official currency in 2021, continues to make headlines under President Nayib Bukele's leadership. Bukele, recently re-elected, revealed a significant move where approximately $400 million worth of Bitcoin was transferred to a new cold wallet.
Despite facing criticism from the Western world for its bold decision to embrace Bitcoin, El Salvador remains steadfast in its crypto-friendly policies. This commitment is now bearing fruit as the value of Bitcoin in the country's reserves continues to soar.๐ฐ๐ฐ๐ฐ
President Bukele's latest announcement disclosed the transfer of 5689 BTC to a new cold wallet, emphasizing the importance of securing these assets within the country's borders. Bukele likened this move to creating the nation's first official piggy bank, signifying a prudent approach to managing their Bitcoin holdings.
The revelation also shed light on the actual Bitcoin reserves held by El Salvador, which were previously estimated at around 2800 BTC. Bukele's statement indicates that the country possesses a larger quantity of BTC than initially thought, suggesting significant growth in its crypto assets.
Moreover, Bukele had previously announced plans in November 2022 for the state to purchase 1 Bitcoin daily, implementing a consistent accumulation strategy.
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