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> When the majority of the country doesn't have internet access, a "currency" that you can only transact in via the internet seems like a poor choice. If the s
by Torwald 5y ago
> When the majority of the country doesn't have internet access, a "currency" that you can only transact in via the internet seems like a poor choice.
If the shops have WiFi that's enough. Also, public WiFi. Still, your point stands to a certain extend, connected to your next line:
> It makes it a lot easier for the government to track people
There is indeed a danger to the democratic process here. But I don't know if the solution is to just not do crypto. I don't know what would be best.
> My guess is that most people in El Salvador will download the wallet, get their $30, and then abandon it and just continue to use USD.
My guess BTC takes off over there.