01/01/2022: Planned Introduction of New Banknotes
Mauritania plans to introduce a new series of banknotes with modern security features and improved durability to enhance the overall quality and functionality of the currency.
28/07/2020: Ethereum 2.0 Testnet Launch
The Beacon Chain, the first phase of Ethereum 2.0, goes live on a public testnet, marking a significant step towards the transition to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism.
01/07/2020: Replacement of Commemorative Banknote
A new 20,000 MRO commemorative banknote was issued to mark the 60th anniversary of independence, replacing the older version. It showcases significant historical landmarks and figures.
01/10/2018: New Banknotes and Coins
Mauritania introduced a new series of banknotes and coins denominated in Ouguiya, featuring enhanced security features and updated designs to combat counterfeiting.
01/01/2018: Floating of the Ouguiya
The Mauritanian Ouguiya transitioned from a fixed exchange rate regime to a floating exchange rate system. The currency's value is now determined by market forces within a managed float.
20/07/2017: Ethereum Hard Forks: Byzantium
The Ethereum network undergoes a hard fork upgrade named Byzantium, implementing various improvements to enhance scalability, privacy, and security.
17/06/2016: The DAO Hack
The Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO), built on the Ethereum platform, suffers a major security breach, resulting in the theft of approximately 3.6 million ETH tokens.
30/07/2015: Ethereum Mainnet Launched
The Ethereum mainnet is released, enabling developers around the world to build and deploy decentralized applications on the Ethereum blockchain.
30/07/2013: Ethereum Whitepaper Published
Vitalik Buterin publishes the Ethereum whitepaper, outlining a new blockchain platform designed to support decentralized applications and smart contracts.
03/01/2009: Bitcoin Genesis Block Created
The first block of the Bitcoin blockchain, known as the Genesis Block, is mined by Satoshi Nakamoto, marking the birth of the Bitcoin network.
31/10/2008: Bitcoin Whitepaper Published
Satoshi Nakamoto releases a whitepaper titled 'Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System,' introducing the concept of a decentralized digital currency.
01/05/2004: Redenomination of the Ouguiya
The Mauritanian Ouguiya underwent a redenomination, where 1 new MRO was equivalent to 10 old MRO. This measure aimed to simplify transactions and improve economic stability.
01/06/1978: Decentralization of Currency Issuance
The Central Bank of Mauritania granted the Banque Centrale de Mauritanie (BCM) the authority to issue and control the Mauritanian Ouguiya, decentralizing currency issuance.
01/11/1973: Introduction of the Mauritanian Ouguiya
The Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRO) was introduced as the official currency of Mauritania, replacing the CFA franc. It was initially pegged to the French franc at a rate of 1 MRO = 5.5 FRF.