IMF loans can put countries under their influence or "thumb" primarily through the conditions and policy measures attached to these loans, which often have long-term social, economic, and political impacts.

The IMF has been asking El Salvador for changes regarding its bitcoin law since its adoption in 2021.

https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/10/03/imf-urges-el-salvador-again-to-strengthen-regulatory-framework-and-oversight-of-bitcoin/

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