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Tether to relocate global headquarters to Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador Tether to relocate global headquarters to Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador

Tether to relocate global headquarters to Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador

El Salvador's regulatory clarity and digital aspirations lure Tether to establish its global headquarters.

Tether to relocate global headquarters to Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador

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Tether, the leading stablecoin issuer, is finalizing its plans to move its global headquarters to El Salvador after obtaining a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) license, according to a Jan. 13 statement.

Tether explained that El Salvador, the first nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, has positioned itself as a global hub for digital asset innovation.

Why El Salvador?

According to the firm, the country’s forward-looking policies under President Nayib Bukele have created an environment conducive to blockchain technology and crypto enterprises.

The stablecoin issuer continued that El Salvador’s regulatory framework and Bitcoin-first economy align with its mission to drive financial inclusion through digital assets.

Additionally, the relocation aims to enhance Tether’s ability to support underserved regions and promote financial innovation in markets often overlooked by traditional finance.

Tether’s CEO Paolo Ardoino emphasized that the decision reflects the company’s belief in El Salvador’s potential to lead the digital finance revolution.

He emphasized that the move would strengthen the company’s ability to explore new technologies while fostering collaboration within a supportive business ecosystem.

He added:

“By rooting ourselves here, we are not only aligning with a country that shares our vision in terms of financial freedom, innovation, and resilience but is also reinforcing our commitment to empowering people worldwide through decentralized technologies.”

Support for Bukele’s leadership

Tether’s move to El Salvador is not surprising, considering Ardoino is a strong fan of Bukele’s leadership in the central American country.

Over the past year, Ardoino has consistently hailed El Salvador’s transformation under Bukele, crediting his vision and dedication to making the country safer and more economically vibrant.

For Ardoino, Bukele represents the potential of a single leader to catalyze significant change, particularly in adopting Bitcoin and fostering innovation.

He stated:

“[Bukele] represents the most evident example of the positive transformational impact of a politician and a leader that loves his people.”

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