- Controversial Bitcoin claims lack verification in City of Mindfulness.
- Unconfirmed Bitcoin funding information from major sources.
- Project announced by Bhutan’s King for economic progress.
No verified sources confirm the Bhutanese government’s use of 10,000 bitcoins for “City of Mindfulness.” Official reports discuss cryptocurrency in strategic reserves and a new gold-backed token, but specific Bitcoin allocation details are lacking.
Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck announced the Gelephu Mindfulness City project, which incorporates cryptocurrency. However, claims about using 10,000 bitcoins for funding lack official confirmation.
The project, led by expert teams including Bjarke Ingels Group, aims to leverage Bhutan’s cultural and economic assets. Cryptocurrency integration focuses on economic development but details regarding Bitcoin remain unverified by primary sources.
The Vision for Gelephu Mindfulness City
The Gelephu Mindfulness City project aims to blend traditional Bhutanese values with modern economic strategies. As indicated by the royal vision, the plan emphasizes eight sectors, including finance and digital assets, though specifics on Bitcoin allocations are unconfirmed.
Despite speculative reports about 10,000 bitcoins funding Gelephu City, no primary documentation supports this claim. The initiative includes Bitcoin and Ethereum in strategic reserves, along with a new gold-backed token on Solana, issued by GMC.
King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, King of Bhutan, – “In my 116th National Day address, I announced the vision for Gelephu Mindfulness City, positioning it as an economic hub informed by Bhutanese culture and the principles of Gross National Happiness.”
The absence of known funding specifics has raised questions among financial analysts and the cryptocurrency community. While Bhutan supports the TER gold-backed token via a licensed digital bank, Bitcoin usage for city-building remains without official backing.
Future implications include potential implications for Bhutan’s financial landscape and cryptocurrency adoption. The unexplored regulatory aspects and technological implementations showcase an ambitious economic shift for the region, reflecting on recent blockchain advancements.
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