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Bitfinex Derivatives Relocates to El Salvador After Securing Local Crypto License

Bitfinex Derivatives Moves to El Salvador Following the Reception of a Local Cryptocurrency License Crypto exchange Bitfinex’s derivatives arm has been granted a DASP license – Digital Asset Service Providers – for operation in El Salvador. The company made the announcement on Jan. 7, regarding its major strategic development to support the ambitious objective of turning this nation into the global financial hub for Latin America. A Step to Metamorphosis Paolo Ardoino, CTO at Bitfinex Derivatives, said that this move marked a “defining moment” for the company. He further commented that El Salvador has adopted a very progressive approach to crypto regulation, working on a sound framework for digital assets. The relocation further positions the country as a leader in fostering innovation within the financial services industry. El Salvador’s Growing Crypto Ecosystem Indeed, there have been giant strides towards making El Salvador a crypto hub since the Digital Assets Securities Law took effect this January 2023. Under this law, the tokenization of debt, equity, real estate, and funds for easier capital raisings was allowed. In April 2023, Bitfinex Securities obtained a local DASP license, one step closer to aligning with the regulatory environment in El Salvador. The country’s framework also facilitated the pioneering tokenized public offering of US Treasury bills in November 2024. These undertakings demonstrate how El Salvador embraces blockchain technology as a conduit to achieve financial inclusion and attract investment from all over the world. Challenges Along the Way While the progress is remarkable, challenges still exist. In July 2024, Bitfinex Securities had to return money to investors after it could not raise a minimum of $500,000 for a Hilton hotel tokenization project. The initiative was able to raise only $342,000 against a target of $6.25 million. The setback notwithstanding, the effort marked the first public offering of tokenized digital debt in El Salvador, a testament to the country’s willingness to experiment with innovative financial solutions. Future Outlook A move to El Salvador cements the belief of Bitfinex Derivatives in both the regulator community and wider economic opportunities. It further cements its position as a crypto-friendly destination but deepens ties with this key Latin American economy. With regulations around digital assets continuing to progress, coupled with innovative projects, El Salvador is bound to become an increasingly interesting destination for more global players and a mark on the map of blockchain and crypto development . This move marks a promising future for both Bitfinex Derivatives and El Salvador in their joint quest to change the face of financial dealings within the region.

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