El Salvador Buys 1,090 Bitcoin as IMF Pressure Mounts
El Salvador has purchased 1,090 Bitcoin (BTC), increasing its total reserves to nearly 7,500 BTC. This acquisition occurred amidst a significant market downturn, with BTC trading below $90,000. The country continues its daily buying policy of one BTC, which has been a hallmark of its approach, despite warnings from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) against public sector crypto holdings. This decision comes as President Bukele engages with U.S. officials regarding the regulation of digital assets. The purchase adds nearly $100 million to the national bitcoin treasury and reflects the government’s commitment to its bitcoin strategy, even during challenging market conditions.
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