Panama’s Bitcoin Dream: Banks, Canals, and Perks! 🚢💰

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Panama’s Bitcoin Dream: Banks, Canals, and Perks! 🚢💰

In the dim glow of conference lights, Mayor Mizrachi of Panama City took to the stage like a man announcing his love for a new obsession—Bitcoin, of course. With a grin that hinted at both ambition and the faint smell of decay, he declared that the venerable Caja de Ahorros, the second-largest bank, is to dive headlong into the crypto pool, offering Bitcoin accounts that transact as easily as tossing coins into a fountain—if only the fountain accepted crypto. Oh, and why not pay for the canal in digital gold? Because who doesn’t fancy sipping a cocktail while watching ships zip through faster if they just pay in Bitcoin? 🍸🚢

Banking on the Future, or Just Banknotes with a Twist?

Panama, that quaint country of sunshine and stubborn old money, now dreams of becoming a hub in the great cryptocurrency circus. Mizrachi, with the enthusiasm of a man who just discovered a treasure map, announced plans to meld their tired old fiat infrastructure with shiny new Bitcoin tech—because what’s more charming than an old bank embracing the digital revolution?🤔

He proudly said, “Now, the second largest national bank, which is present tonight, Caja de Ahorros, is going to open Bitcoin accounts that can easily transact in dollars.” A bold step, considering they’re probably still figuring out how to open a bank account, let alone one that involves crypto. But why stop? They even bargained with Tower Bank to accept Bitcoin at checkout—because nothing screams stability like paying your utility bill with a currency that’s as unpredictable as your uncle’s temper.

And as if the corporate sphere wasn’t enough, Mizrachi went further—imagine paying for a ship to cross the Panama Canal in Bitcoin. He asked, “What if you get a perk for paying in Bitcoin, get your ship to go quicker if you pay in Bitcoin?” Yes, because ships should treat Bitcoin payments like VIP passes—faster, more exclusive, with a hint of sarcasm. 🚢🔥

In true Panama style, the country is already whispering about a hidden treasure chest of Bitcoin—estimated at over $5 billion in transactions per year, conducted in secret like a society of crypto bandits. Yet, amidst all this excitement, old laws linger like ghosts—former President Cortizo’s rejection of crypto regulations still haunts the halls. But fear not, a new bill might finally shed some light on the matter, turning crypto policy from a dark alley into a well-lit boulevard. 🕶️💼

And for the grand finale, Mizrachi hinted at the possibility of a municipal Bitcoin reserve and even suggested using Panama’s abundant energy resources to mine the digital gold themselves. Truly, the future is as bright as a neon sign in the rain—if only we knew whether it’s a neon sign or just a flickering bulb. 💡😉

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2025-06-01 11:57