Ethereum enters FTX-era stress: Is this structural deleveraging?

Ethereum's Funding Rates collapsed to FTX-era extremes as derivatives absorbed a violent macro shock. Rising U.S.–Iran tensions reignited risk aversion, pushing Ethereum [ETH] sharply lower whileThe post Ethereum enters FTX-era stress: Is this structural deleveraging? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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US Sanctions UK Crypto Exchanges Amid Iran-Related Woes

The US Treasury has taken the unprecedented step of blacklisting two UK-registered cryptocurrency exchanges for processing funds linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). It marks the first time entire digital asset platforms have been sanctioned under Iran-specific financial measures. дальше »

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Trump-Linked Crypto Firm Gets $500 Million Boost From UAE: Report

A US-linked crypto startup received a major foreign cash injection this week, stirring questions in Washington about money, access, and transparency. Reports say a UAE-backed investor paid roughly $500 million for nearly half of the company, a deal that was not widely known when it closed. дальше »

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Bitcoin slides under $80,000 amid Iran tensions, fragile crypto market liquidity

Bitcoin fell sharply in early Saturday afternoon trading in New York, sliding below the $80,000 mark to levels last seen in April 2025, as geopolitical shocks and fragile market structure combined to accelerate losses. дальше »

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U.S. imposes sanctions on crypto exchanges tied to Iran for the first time

The exchanges were accused of facilitating transactions for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and are linked to an Iranian businessman convicted of embezzlement. дальше »

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Is the Crypto Market at risk as Trump warns Iran of attack as Armada arrives?

An attack on Iran would be bearish for Bitcoin (its role as a safe-haven has been debunked). Recall how BTC dropped as Trump threatened tariffs on key NATO allies amid talk of a Greenland takeover. дальше »

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Iran Turns To USDT, Acquiring $507 Million To Defend Its Currency

Iran’s central bank quietly built up a large stash of Tether’s USDT last year as the rial struggled and trade with the outside world grew harder. The move turned parts of the crypto ledger into a public trail of a policy that would normally be private. дальше »

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Inside Iran’s $507mln USDT bet to defend its collapsing currency

Iran’s crisis continues to demonstrate novel crypto use cases. The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) reportedly opted for USDT, Tether’s dollar-backed stablecoin, as a monetary tool to boost the value ofThe post Inside Iran’s $507mln USDT bet to defend its collapsing currency appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Iran’s Central Bank Bought $500 Million in USDT Stablecoin to Prop Up Rial

Iran’s Central Bank secretly purchased more than $500 million worth of Tether’s USDT stablecoin as the country’s currency crisis deepened, according to new findings from crypto security firm Elliptic. дальше »

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Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions

Iran's central bank amassed $507M in USDT to dodge sanctions, using crypto tactics to access offshore liquidity. The post Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Iran’s Central Bank Used $507M in USDT to Bypass Sanctions, Elliptic Reports

Iran's central bank acquired at least $507 million in USDT to counter a currency crisis and circumvent sanctions, routing funds through exchanges and DeFi protocols. The post Iran’s Central Bank Used $507M in USDT to Bypass Sanctions, Elliptic Reports appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse

Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse Iran’s crypto economy surged past $7. 78 billion in 2025, with Bitcoin emerging as both a financial lifeline for citizens and a strategic tool for the IRGC amid political turmoil and conflict. дальше »

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Iranians Turn to Crypto as Economic Crisis and Sanctions Deepen

As Iran’s economy continues to strain under heavy sanctions, high inflation, and a weakening currency, many citizens are turning to crypto as an alternative financial lifeline. Related Reading: Bitcoin Tailwind: Cathie Wood Sees ‘Reaganomics On Steroids’ Ahead Recent blockchain data shows a sharp rise in Bitcoin withdrawals and transfers to personal wallets, particularly during periods of unrest and internet restrictions. дальше »

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Polymarket faces insider-trading fears as ‘Maduro trade’ shakes prediction markets

A suspected insider’s ‘Maduro trade’ and fresh Iran bets on Polymarket fuel fears of “information laundering” and prompt a bill to ban U.S. officials from trading. Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction marketplace platform, faces mounting scrutiny over allegations of insider trading… дальше »

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Analyzing Iran's crypto volumes in the face of recent geopolitical tensions

From Iran to Venezuela, Bitcoin and crypto have become a refuge and hedge against geopolitical tensions and massive devaluation of local currencies.  Amid the ongoing protest and reported internetThe post Analyzing Iran's crypto volumes in the face of recent geopolitical tensions appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Polymarket Faces ‘Information Laundering’ Fears After Iran and Maduro Bets

Polymarket is facing fresh scrutiny after a cluster of high-risk geopolitical bets raised fears that prediction markets are being used to launder inside information into public narratives. The controversy follows the now-infamous Maduro trade earlier this month. дальше »

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Evening digest: Bitcoin breaks $95K, Iran threatens US bases, France faces no-confidence votes

Markets head into the evening, balancing stronger earnings momentum with rising geopolitical risk. Iran has warned it could strike US bases across the Middle East if Washington escalates, prompting precautionary personnel moves at key installations. дальше »

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Bitcoin ignored Trump’s latest 25% tariff threat, but the $19B liquidation ghost from October is quietly resetting in the shadows

President Donald Trump declared on Jan. 12 that the US would impose a 25% tariff on any country conducting business with Iran, “effective immediately,” via Truth Social. Bitcoin (BTC) dipped briefly below $91,000, then recovered above $92,000 within hours. дальше »

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Bitcoin bulls eye $100k as inflation cools and Middle East tensions flare

Bitcoin taps a 50-day high above $95k as cooling U.S. inflation, fading ETF outflows and rising Iran–U.S. tensions revive its dual role as macro asset and geopolitical hedge. Bitcoin rose above $95,000 on Tuesday, marking its highest level in 50… дальше »

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Prediction markets see over 65% odds of Iran’s Supreme Leader being ousted in 2026

Prediction markets price over 65% odds of Irans Supreme Leader being ousted by end of 2026 amid protests, inflation, and unrest. The post Prediction markets see over 65% odds of Iran’s Supreme Leader being ousted in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin dips as Trump’s Iran tariff shock hits key resistance band

Trump’s 25% Iran tariff jolts markets as Bitcoin stalls at dense resistance, options reset, and macro volatility keeps BTC, ETH trapped in a choppy range. Bitcoin declined following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on all countries… дальше »

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Trump Warns of 25% Tariffs for Countries Trading With Iran

In a move that could hit big economies, President Donald Trump said that countries doing business with Iran will be subject to a 25% tariff [...] дальше »

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Can Bitcoin help amid internet blackouts after Iran’s currency collapsed 95% overnight?

Iran's currency, the rial, has collapsed to around 1 million per US dollar, a record that spotlights how quickly savings can be wiped out when trust in money breaks. The currency lost nearly half its value across 2025, with official inflation reaching 42. дальше »

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Iran’s Rial Collapses Against U.S. Dollar — Is Bitcoin Emerging as an Alternative?

Bitcoin Magazine Iran’s Rial Collapses Against U. S. Dollar — Is Bitcoin Emerging as an Alternative? Iran’s national currency, the rial, has effectively collapsed, now trading at roughly 1. дальше »

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Silver hits fresh high above $84, gold breaks record after Trump flags possible action on Iran

Geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties are driving increased demand for safe-haven assets, impacting global financial stability. The post Silver hits fresh high above $84, gold breaks record after Trump flags possible action on Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Tether’s role in Venezuela, Iran highlights the duality of stablecoins

The dual life of stablecoins: A lifeline for citizens and a tool for sanctioned entities involved in Venezuela and Iran's economic crises. дальше »

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Iran Used $2 Billion in Crypto to Run Its Militant Proxies in 2025

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) transacted more than $2 billion in cryptocurrency to avoid sanctions and fuel cybercriminal operations, according to Chainalysis. The figure could be higher, given that it only accounts for sanctions designations from the US. дальше »

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Iran’s Revolutionary Guard moved $1 billion in crypto through UK exchanges: report

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly moved about $1 billion in cryptocurrency through two UK-registered exchanges. дальше »

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Is Iran's latest crisis a threat to its Bitcoin mining industry?

Iran’s internet blackout did more than disrupt daily online life; it sent shockwaves through the Bitcoin [BTC] network. Miners were cut off, and the hashrate fell sharply. The outage forced mininThe post Is Iran's latest crisis a threat to its Bitcoin mining industry? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Iran is cut off from the internet: Here’s how crypto could still work

Protests began in Iran in response to worsening economic conditions and as the Iranian rial hit record lows against the US dollar. дальше »

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Iran Faces Regime Pressure: Polymarket Odds on Khamenei’s Ouster Hit 56%

The US military’s dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro last weekend has sent shockwaves through Tehran, where Iran’s leadership now confronts the uncomfortable possibility of a similar fate. дальше »

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Iran’s Internet Blackout Could be Critical for Bitcoin

Iran’s internet shutdown puts a spotlight on Bitcoin mining risks, testing how geopolitical shocks affect the global network. The post Iran’s Internet Blackout Could be Critical for Bitcoin appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Iran Accepts Crypto As Payment For Weapons To Bypass International Sanctions

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Iran Offers Missile and Drone Sales for Crypto, Using Digital Assets to Bypass Global Sanctions

Key Takeaways: Iran is offering ballistic missiles, drones, and warships for cryptocurrency payments to bypass Western sanctions The state-run defense exporter Mindex accepts crypto, barter, and local currencies for military The post Iran Offers Missile and Drone Sales for Crypto, Using Digital Assets to Bypass Global Sanctions appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Iran accepts cryptocurrency as payment for advanced weapons

Prospective customers could purchase weapons such as missiles, tanks and drones using crypto, according to a government website. дальше »

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Iran to accept crypto payments for overseas weapons sales

Iran has begun offering foreign governments the option to pay for advanced weapons systems using cryptocurrency. Iran’s latest move appears to be a strategy aimed at sidestepping Western sanctions that restrict access to traditional financial channels. According to a Jan.… дальше »

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Bitwise CEO Points to Bitcoin Amid Iran’s Deepening Currency Crisis

Iran’s rial hit a record low against the US dollar, sparking protests on the streets across the capital and other major cities. This economic crisis has revived the debate over Bitcoin’s potential as a safe haven. дальше »

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Iranian protests over currency collapse show why Bitcoin's needed: Bitwise CEO

Widespread protests took place in Iran’s capital after the rial slid to record lows, prompting Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley to argue Bitcoin could help Iranians protect their savings. дальше »

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World Liberty Financial probed for alleged token sales to North Korea and Russia

World Liberty Financial is facing mounting political and regulatory pressure as new allegations suggest the Trump-linked crypto platform may have sold tokens to buyers connected to North Korea, Russia, and Iran. дальше »

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Iran plans crypto strategy with BRICS to work around global sanctions

Iran is pushing forward with plans to adopt cryptocurrencies for international trade settlements as a way to circumvent U.S. and U.N. sanctions. The strategy was shared at the deBlock Summit, Iran’s first government-backed international blockchain conference, where officials called digital… дальше »

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Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers

After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli. дальше »

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Israel seizes 187 crypto wallets allegedly linked to Iran

Israel’s Ministry of Defense ordered the seizure of 187 crypto wallets that it claims to have ties to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The wallets reportedly received $1. 5 billion in funds. дальше »

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Iran’s crypto market struggles months after Nobitex breach and regional tensions 

Iran’s crypto market is under strain as regional conflicts and the June Nobitex hack disrupt transactions and undermine investor confidence. дальше »

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Iran’s crypto crackdown: what the Nobitex hack really revealed

Beyond the stolen millions, the breach exposed a deeper truth: Iran’s crypto economy is less a market than an extension of state power. Leaked code shows surveillance built in, VIPs protected, and miners mobilized in crisis. In a report shared… дальше »

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XAUUSD weekly forecast: gold opens the week in selling, how low can it go?

As mentioned in the previous XAUUSD weekly forecast, the trend of gold has shifted to sell, as the global tensions between Iran and Israel eased. The bias in gold for this week is sell, but it can change mid-week to… дальше »

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XAUUSD weekly gold forecast: Has the trend of gold shifted to sell?

The Iran and Israel war came to a halt as the USA intervened. Owing to this, safe haven assets like gold and silver saw a decline in prices.  The bias in gold has now changed to sell; however, a retracement… дальше »

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BTC drops below $101K after US claims airstrike in Iran, MUTM offers stability

As geopolitical tensions flare and Bitcoin (BTC) slips below $101,000 following reports of a US airstrike in Iran, major crypto investors are scrambling to reposition. While BTC dominance wavers, it is in talks that the top whales are now actively exploring safer, high-upside havens—and Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is emerging as a top choice. Priced at […] дальше »

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Nobitex exchange begins restoring service after $90M exploit by pro-Israel hacker group

Nobitex exchange, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency platform, has begun restoring wallet access to users following a major exploit that resulted in more than $90 million in losses. The company issued an update on June 29 via X, outlining a phased recovery… дальше »

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Here is why MUTM’s $50,000 bug bounty program makes it the best crypto to buy

Bitcoin’s price is soaring to $105,000, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and China’s oil purchase agreement with Iran. This bullish crypto market surge highlights Mutuum Finance (MUTM) as the best crypto to buy now. дальше »

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Inside the $90M Nobitex hack: a layer-by-layer breakdown

Hacking group Gonjeshke Darande leaked sensitive user data. Israeli authorities arrested three citizens for spying for Iran. Past Nobitex transactions show signs of money laundering activity. The fallout from the Nobitex hack is expanding beyond missing funds. дальше »

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