A sprawling, unlicensed network of cryptocurrency mining operations has emerged as a major crisis in Iran, consuming more electricity than entire provinces and threatening the national power grid.
Read MoreA sprawling, unlicensed network of cryptocurrency mining operations has emerged as a major crisis in Iran, consuming more electricity than entire provinces and threatening the national power grid.
Read MoreFlows into Iranian crypto trading platforms have declined significantly in 2025, a trend driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions, an armed conflict with Israel, and a major hack on the country's largest crypto exchange.
Read MoreAs geopolitical tensions escalated over the weekend — with the U.S. striking three Iranian nuclear facilities, Iran retaliating on Monday, President Donald Trump announcing a ceasefire, and Israel subsequently launching an attack on Tehran — investors are once again questioning how global events ripple through the crypto markets.
Read MoreU.S. cryptocurrency stocks experienced a significant surge on Tuesday, mirroring gains in the broader market.
Read MoreSolana (SOL) led a sharp rally in cryptocurrency markets on Monday, jumping 8% to $145, following the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Read MoreBitcoin reclaimed the $105,000 mark during early Asian trading on Tuesday, rallying nearly 4.5% in the past 24 hours following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran.
Read MoreA seemingly innocent game about battling hamsters has sparked controversy in Iran. "Hamster Kombat," a popular play-to-earn title built on blockchain technology, has drawn criticism from government officials and religious hardliners who view it with suspicion.
Read MoreThe national security risks posed by bitcoin mining in Iran have drawn the attention of US Senators Angus King and Elizabeth Warren.
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