El Salvador's National Bitcoin Office announced it has transferred its Bitcoin holdings to new addresses for enhanced security, particularly against quantum computing threats. The move follows a commitment to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce its Bitcoin activities, despite recent purchases. This strategic shift involves splitting the funds from a single address into multiple addresses, mitigating exposure to potential quantum attacks, which could exploit flaws in traditional cryptographic protections. The country currently holds approximately 6,286 BTC, valued at around $686 million. Although the Salvadoran government had previously stated it would cease accumulating Bitcoin, it has continued to engage in selective purchases, garnering scrutiny from the IMF. While President Nayib Bukele remains a proponent of Bitcoin, public opinion indicates a level of indifference towards cryptocurrency among Salvadorans, as they adapt to this shifting financial landscape.

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