Historic Bitcoin Cash Maldivian rufiyaa

03/08/2021: El Salvador Adopts Bitcoin as Legal Tender

El Salvador becomes the first country to recognize Bitcoin, including Bitcoin Cash (BCH), as a legal tender, leading to increased adoption.

24/02/2021: Bitcoin Cash Becomes Merchant Payment Solution

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) gains traction as a popular cryptocurrency for merchant payments due to its low fees and faster transaction times.

15/11/2020: Bitcoin Cash ABC vs. Bitcoin Cash Node

A contentious hard fork occurs within Bitcoin Cash (BCH) community, resulting in a split between Bitcoin Cash ABC and Bitcoin Cash Node.

15/01/2019: Introduction of New Banknotes

New series of banknotes with enhanced security features and improved designs were introduced by the Maldives Monetary Authority.

15/05/2018: Bitcoin Cash Upgrade

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) undergoes a hard fork called ABC upgrade, introducing larger block sizes and smart contract functionalities.

01/08/2017: Bitcoin Cash Hard Fork

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) splits from Bitcoin (BTC) due to a contentious hard fork, increasing the block size to 8MB.

01/09/2014: Introduction of Polymer Banknotes

Polymer banknotes were introduced in the Maldives, replacing the traditional paper banknotes, enhancing their durability and security features.

01/07/2011: Redenomination of the Rufiyaa

The Maldivian Rufiyaa underwent redenomination, with new banknotes and coins introduced to simplify transactions and reduce the number of zeros.

03/01/2009: First Bitcoin Block Mined

The Genesis Block, also known as Block 0, is mined, marking the birth of Bitcoin network.

31/10/2008: Bitcoin Whitepaper Released

Satoshi Nakamoto publishes Bitcoin whitepaper, laying the foundation for peer-to-peer electronic cash system.

01/01/2002: Decimalization of the Rufiyaa

The Maldivian Rufiyaa was decimalized, with 100 laari equaling 1 Rufiyaa, replacing the previous system of 1 Rufiyaa equalling 100 lari.

01/09/1983: Introduction of the Maldivian Rufiyaa

The Maldivian Rufiyaa was introduced as the new currency, replacing the Maldivian Rupee at a 1:1 exchange rate.

01/09/1981: Establishment of the Maldives Monetary Authority

The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) was established as the central bank of the Maldives, responsible for issuing and managing the currency.

22/10/1947: Introduction of the Maldivian Rupee

The Maldivian Indian Rupee was adopted as the official currency of the Maldives, replacing the Ceylonese Rupee.