Costa Rica could be one of the next countries to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a regulated payment method. 

This week, Congresswoman Johana Obando introduced a bill to allow Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to serve as a form of payment. The bill also proposes that traditional banking institutions be able to serve as crypto exchanges, including custody and wallet services for their customers.

"The cryptocurrency assets market is very new. This bill wants to propose Costa Rica as an investment center for crypto-related people and companies to see Costa Rica as a growth niche."

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