Iran’s Central Bank Bought $500 Million in USDT Stablecoin to Prop Up Rial
Iran’s Central Bank secretly purchases over $500 million worth of Tether’s USDT stablecoin to stabilize the rial, amidst a deepening currency crisis.
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Iran‘s central bank acquired $507M in USDt to prop up rial: Elliptic
Elliptic reports the Central Bank of Iran acquired $507M in Tether (USDt) to stabilize the Rial amidst sanctions and economic unrest. Read the full analysis.
Iran’s Central Bank Acquired $507M in Tether’s USDT Stablecoin: Elliptic
Iran’s Central Bank acquires $507 million in Tether’s USDT stablecoin to support the rial and settle international transactions, marking a significant foray into digital currencies.
Iran’s Rial Collapses Against U.S. Dollar — Is Bitcoin Emerging as an Alternative?
Iran’s rial has collapsed against the U.S. dollar, and Bitcoin is emerging as a viable alternative for Iranians seeking to protect their wealth and engage in international transactions.
Breaking the Blackout: Iranian Protestors Use Freedom Tech to Bypass Regime Crackdown
Iranian protestors are using Bitcoin-linked apps and mesh networks to bypass internet restrictions and maintain communication during the regime’s crackdown. These decentralized technologies are empowering activists to share information and organize protests despite the digital blackout.
Two UK-Registered Companies Moved $1B in Stablecoins for Iran: Report
Two UK-registered companies have been implicated in a significant stablecoin transfer to Iran’s IRGC, raising concerns about crypto regulation and illicit activity prevention.
Tether’s role in Venezuela, Iran highlights the duality of stablecoins
Tether’s role in Venezuela and Iran highlights the dual life of stablecoins, providing a lifeline for citizens amidst economic crises while also raising concerns about their potential use as a tool for sanctioned entities.
Iran Used UK Crypto Platforms to Evade Sanctions With $1B in Secret Flows: Report
Iran has allegedly used UK crypto platforms to evade sanctions with $1 billion in secret flows, according to a report by TRM Labs, highlighting the need for stricter regulations in the crypto industry.
Iran Used $2 Billion in Crypto to Run Its Militant Proxies in 2025
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has used over $2 billion in cryptocurrency to fund its militant proxies, highlighting the growing concern of illicit crypto transactions.
Iran is cut off from the internet: Here’s how crypto could still work
Iran’s internet shutdown may not be enough to stifle crypto transactions, as alternative communication methods like satellite and mesh networks can facilitate offline transactions.