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El Salvador's adoption of Bitcoin in 2021 was a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency industry. It signaled the potential for cryptocurrencies to play a role in macroeconomic policy, and it had implications for the broader cryptocurrency landscape.

After Salvadoran President Nayib Miles announced in September 2021 that the country's legislature had approved a bill to make Bitcoin legal tender alongside the U.S. dollar, the cryptocurrency experienced a surge in price, breaking through the $60,000 mark for the first time.

The move made El Salvador the first country in the world to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender. It came as a surprise to many, but it was part of Miles's broader economic agenda to boost economic growth and reduce poverty.

"Today is a historic day. We'll vote to introduce the Bitcoin law in this assembly so that we can advance union in this new macroeconomic strategy," said Salvadoran diputado (congressman) Ricardo Velazco during the session, according to CCCoins.

The vote was largely expected after the Economic, Social, and Cultural deputies approved the initiative in March 2021.

The bill, known as the "Ley Bitcoin," was passed by a majority vote in the National Assembly, with 62 deputies voting in favor and 19 voting against it. It will come into effect 90 days after its publication in the Official Gazette.

The law mandates that all Salvadoran businesses must accept Bitcoin for goods and services, and it stipulates that wages and salaries can be paid in Bitcoin at the request of the worker or employer. However, if an enterprise or individual prefers not to use Bitcoin, they can opt out and carry out transactions in U.S. dollars, which will remain legal tender.

The government will be responsible for converting Bitcoin into U.S. dollars at the prevailing market rate for any transactions with the state.

To facilitate the use of Bitcoin, the government will create a digital wallet called "Chivo" that will be available to all Salvadorans over the age of 18. The government will provide an initial top-up of $150 in Bitcoin to encourage adoption.

The move was praised by members of the cryptocurrency community, who saw it as a major step forward for cryptocurrencies mainstream acceptance.

"This is a huge moment for crypto and for good economic policy. A small country in Central America is showing the world how to think big and move fast," said Cameron Winklevoss, co-founder of crypto exchange Gemini.

However, the decision was met with skepticism from some economists, who raised concerns about the volatility of Bitcoin and the potential for corruption.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) also expressed concern, saying that it could pose risks to macroeconomic stability and open the door to money laundering and other financial crimes.

Despite the challenges, Miles said he was confident that the move would ultimately benefit El Salvador.

"We are a small country, but we can do great things," Miles said in a televised address to the nation. "Let us forge a new destiny for El Salvador, a destiny of hope, prosperity, and opportunity for all Salvadorans."

El Salvador's adoption of Bitcoin has certainly been a topic of hot debate, but it's clear that the move could have far-reaching implications for both the cryptocurrency industry and the global financial system. It will be interesting to see how this story unfolds in the months and years to come.