El Salvador has officially integrated Bitcoin and artificial intelligence into its national policy, effective January 1, 2026. The country's treasury now holds 7,517 Bitcoins, valued at over $660 million. This initiative aims to leverage surplus geothermal energy to establish data centers and AI special economic zones, providing a tax-free environment for automation industries and decentralized financial services. In a significant legislative move, Bitcoin's status has shifted from mandatory to voluntary legal tender, while taxes remain denominated in U.S. dollars. This change has facilitated $1.4 billion in funding from the International Monetary Fund. Additionally, El Salvador has partnered with tech leaders like xAI to launch an AI-driven education initiative under the Genius Act, enhancing the nation's educational framework.