Iran’s central bank has reportedly eased foreign-exchange controls and tolerated cryptocurrency use for export payments as businesses seek alternatives to conventional banking channels restricted by U.S. sanctions.
Summary
- Iran’s central bank reportedly tolerates cryptocurrency settlement as exporters seek alternatives to restricted banking channels.
- USDT is reportedly the most commonly used cryptocurrency for Iranian cross-border commercial payments by businesses.
- TRM Labs attributed approximately $9.9 billion in cryptocurrency volume to Iran during 2025 overall activity.
- U.S. sanctions block Iranian digital asset exchanges and may expose foreign counterparties to…
