El Salvador has further increased its Bitcoin reserves, acquiring 12 additional BTC, bringing the total holdings to 6,044 BTC. This move comes despite a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that includes conditions for reducing Bitcoin’s role in the country’s financial system.
President Nayib Bukele’s administration has remained steadfast in its commitment to Bitcoin, even though private sector adoption of the cryptocurrency remains largely voluntary. The nation’s current Bitcoin holdings are valued at over $617 million, representing a significant profit of $179 million since adopting Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021.
This latest purchase comes as Bitcoin recently reached a new all-time high of $109,000, solidifying El Salvador’s position as a global leader in cryptocurrency adoption.
January 2025, Cryptoniteuae
