Iran Blockchain Association head calls for special council on crypto laws
The Blockchain Association is offering to assist with crypto regulations in the Islamic state.
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Iran Blockchain Association Offers Help With Crypto Regulations, Says Regulators Are Not Qualified
The leading crypto industry association in Iran has slammed authorities for their passive stance regarding crypto regulation. The government’s inaction is a source of concern, the organization said, offering its…
Up to 12 Million Iranians Own Cryptocurrency, Traders Choose Local Exchanges
Cryptocurrencies are a popular investment among Iranians and estimates suggest that the number of those who already own one coin or another may be as high as 12 million. The…
Iran to Pilot ‘National Cryptocurrency,’ Amend Central Bank Law
The central bank of Iran is gearing up to begin the pilot phase of its digital currency project in the near future, its new head announced to representatives of local…
Geographic Distribution Data Shows US Takes Leading Bitcoin Mining Position After China’s Crackdown
After China has reigned for a number of consecutive years as the dominant bitcoin mining epicenter of the world, the United States has “taken the leading position in bitcoin mining,”…
Tehran Stock Exchange Head Resigns Over Mining Rigs Found at Organization’s Office
The director of Tehran’s Stock Exchange has resigned from his post following the discovery of cryptocurrency mining rigs in his organization’s basement. The scandal has erupted as licensed crypto miners…
Billion dollar Bitcoin mining industry resumes in Iran after three month ban
The extreme heat of the summer has subsided, so crypto mining has been given the green light as it can no longer be blamed for stressing the electricity grid.
Tehran Stock Exchange CEO resigns following discovery of Bitcoin miners in basement
Iranian authorities have conducted many raids on crypto miners in abandoned factories, homes, and small businesses — nothing quite as high profile as the country's largest stock exchange.
Iranian Lawmakers Oppose Crypto Restrictions, Call for Supportive Regulations
Members of the Iranian parliament, the Majlis, have voiced concerns over Tehran’s restrictive policies towards innovations such as cryptocurrencies. Following the release of a study recommending a new approach towards…
Iran Shuts Down More Illegal Crypto Farms, Bringing Total to Over 5,300
Authorities in Iran are continuing their crackdown on unauthorized cryptocurrency mining as electricity demand remains high. The country’s power utility company has so far closed down more than 5,300 illegal…