08/02/2021: Tesla's Bitcoin Investment
Tesla announced a $1.5 billion investment in Bitcoin and plans to accept it as a form of payment for its products.
24/06/2020: Rwandan Franc Devaluation
The central bank of Rwanda announced a gradual devaluation of the Rwandan franc to enhance export competitiveness and stimulate economic growth.
11/05/2020: Third Bitcoin Halving
The block reward for miners was reduced from 12.5 BTC to 6.25 BTC, reducing the rate of new Bitcoin creation.
17/12/2017: Bitcoin Price Peak
Bitcoin reached its all-time high price of nearly $20,000 per BTC during a speculative market frenzy.
01/08/2017: Bitcoin Cash Fork
Bitcoin underwent a hard fork leading to the creation of a new cryptocurrency called Bitcoin Cash (BCH).
28/11/2013: All-Time High (ATH) Price
Bitcoin reached its first significant price milestone by surpassing $1,000 per BTC for the first time.
22/05/2010: Bitcoin Pizza Day
Laszlo Hanyecz made the first recorded real-world transaction using Bitcoin, buying two pizzas for 10,000 BTC.
03/01/2009: Bitcoin Genesis Block
The first block of the Bitcoin blockchain, also known as the Genesis Block, was mined by Satoshi Nakamoto.
03/12/2008: New Currency Series
A new series of Rwandan franc banknotes was introduced, featuring updated security features and designs.
01/01/2004: East African Community
Rwanda joined the East African Community, leading to increased economic integration and cooperation within the region.
03/12/1998: Currency Redenomination
The Rwandan franc underwent a redenomination, with 100 old francs being replaced by 1 new franc.
07/04/1995: Rwandan Genocide
The Rwandan Genocide began, causing economic instability and inflation for the Rwandan franc.
01/12/1973: Currency Reform
A currency reform was implemented, introducing a new series of Rwandan franc banknotes.
25/06/1964: Introduction of the Rwandan Franc
The Rwandan franc was introduced as the official currency of Rwanda, replacing the East African shilling.