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.
28/06/2019: Withdrawal of the $2 note
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands announced the withdrawal of the $2 note from circulation, promoting the use of coins instead.
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.
02/01/2012: Introduction of polymer banknotes
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands issued polymer banknotes to replace the paper ones, enhancing durability and security.
02/05/2011: Renewal of currency design
The Central Bank of Solomon Islands introduced new banknotes with enhanced security features and a refreshed design.
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.
22/03/1993: Introduction of the $2 coin
The $2 coin was introduced as a new denomination of the Solomon Islands Dollar.
25/01/1979: Monetary Authority Act
The Monetary Authority Act was passed, establishing the Central Bank of Solomon Islands as the sole issuer and regulator of the SBD.
06/07/1977: Introduction of the Solomon Islands Dollar
The Solomon Islands Dollar was introduced as the official currency replacing the Australian Dollar at a rate of 1:1.
07/06/1977: Independence of Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands gained independence from British rule, establishing the need for their own currency, the Solomon Islands Dollar (SBD).