Bitcoin-friendly Javier Milei wins Argentina presidential election
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However, he has not signaled any intention to make Bitcoin legal tender in the country.
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— Javier Milei (@JMilei) November 19, 2023
Massa’s views on the money, banking and cryptocurrency industry appear to be polar opposite to Milei.
In October, he pledged to launch a central bank digital currency (CBDC) if elected to “solve” Argentina’s long-lasting inflation crisis.
Massa won the first round of Argentina’s presidential election in October. However, it wasn’t enough to win the presidency outright, triggering the final run-off vote.
Prior to that, Milei won Argentina’s primary election against Messi and other candidates in August.
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