El Salvador is set to make waves in the financial arena with the imminent launch of its much-anticipated Bitcoin bonds, aptly named “Volcano Bonds.” Regulatory approval for these innovative bonds has been granted, marking a significant milestone for the country’s foray into the cryptocurrency realm.
The approval comes from El Salvador’s Digital Assets Commission, paving the way for the official launch expected in the early months of 2024. The National Bitcoin Office (ONBTC) of El Salvador issued a statement on December 11, confirming the anticipated launch timeline. El Salvador’s pro-Bitcoin leader, Nayib Bukele, added weight to the announcement with a post of his own, simply captioned: “Wen volcano bond.”
This development follows El Salvador’s groundbreaking legislation passed on January 11, establishing the legal framework for the Bitcoin-backed Volcano Bond. The bond’s primary objectives include debt reduction on a sovereign level and financing the ambitious “Bitcoin City” construction project within the country.
ONBTC disclosed that the Volcano Bond issuance will take place on the Bitfinex Securities Platform. This trading platform, specializing in blockchain-based equities and bonds, is registered in El Salvador, further solidifying the country’s commitment to embracing the potential of cryptocurrency in its financial landscape. The move marks a strategic step toward economic transformation and positions El Salvador at the forefront of the evolving intersection between traditional finance and blockchain technology.
