The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has raised concerns in Tehran about the potential for a similar fate for Iran’s leadership, with Polymarket traders pricing in the risk of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei being removed.
Cloudflare data reveals Iran’s internet traffic has dropped to “near zero” amid protests. Explore the implications of this blackout and the role of decentralized technologies in resisting censorship.
Iran’s internet blackout has tested the resilience of the Bitcoin network, highlighting the risks and importance of distributed mining in the face of geopolitical events.
Crypto crime surged to $154 billion in 2025, driven by Russia, North Korea, and Iran exploiting blockchain technology. Discover the implications and solutions in this analysis.
Iran’s Mindex website now accepts crypto payments for military equipment purchases, but this may not help the country evade international sanctions.
A dormant Polymarket trader has returned to bet on an Israeli strike against Iran, sparking speculation on insider positioning and echoing controversies tied to Venezuela.
Explore how Iran’s currency collapse is driving interest in Bitcoin as a decentralized alternative to state-managed fiat currencies.
Iran has officially approved the use of cryptocurrencies for military imports, signaling a significant shift in how nations leverage digital assets to bypass international sanctions.
Iran is reportedly using cryptocurrency, barter, and local currencies to bypass Western sanctions for arms sales, highlighting crypto’s role in global trade and its regulatory challenges.
Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley suggests that Bitcoin could serve as a safe haven and form of protection against financial turmoil amidst Iran’s deepening currency crisis.