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The Swiss city Lugano has joined the evolution of finance by accepting digital currencies for municipal transactions. On December 5, the initiative was announced to consider Bitcoin and Tether to pay tax obligations and other municipal fees.
This progression is not solely a step towards technological advancement, but also a strategic element of Lugano’s “Plan B.” The city, working in partnership with Tether, aspires to employ Bitcoin technology to transform its financial system. The plan is supported by the Swiss cryptocurrency platform, Bitcoin Suisse, which provides a pivotal role as the technical partner to ensure smooth integration of cryptocurrency payments. People residing in Lugano now have the facility to discharge their tax liabilities and pay for other services conveniently by scanning the Swiss QR-bill code on their invoices for transactions through their preferred mobile wallet using the nominated cryptocurrency.
Municipalities in Switzerland are increasingly opting for cryptocurrency payments, offering an alternative to traditional methods such as post-office counters and e-banking platforms, as pointed out by Armin Schmid, Chief Product Officer at Bitcoin Suisse. Lugano has had previous interaction with blockchain technology, having integrated solutions such as the Polygon chain in the MyLugano app, the LVGA Points payment token, the Lugano digital franc, and the 3Achain blockchain infrastructure. This step aligns with the growing global trend of embracing digital assets for governmental transactions.
Furthermore, in February 2023, Brazil’s oldest bank, Banco do Brasil, announced a partnership with Bitfy, enabling tax payments via digital assets. As Lucas Schoch, CEO of Bitfy, asserted, this collaboration marked a significant jump in welcoming new financial technologies, offering more convenience to users while expanding tax collection options. The acceptance of digital currencies for governmental transactions in Lugano and Brazil underlines a substantial shift towards recognizing cryptocurrency as a practical tool in regular financial operations.
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