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Iran Blockchain Association Offers Help With Crypto Regulations, Says Regulators Are Not Qualified

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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 assistance to regulators whom it considers not sufficiently qualified to deal with the complex issue. Blockchain Association Proposes Public-Private Partnership on Crypto Rules in Iran … Read more

Up to 12 Million Iranians Own Cryptocurrency, Traders Choose Local Exchanges

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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 majority of Iranian traders prefer the services of local crypto exchanges, the chief executive of one of them claims. Iranians Said to Transfer $180 Million … Read more

Iran to Pilot ‘National Cryptocurrency,’ Amend Central Bank Law

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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 media. The monetary authority is also preparing to move forward with a plan to reform the legislation that governs its own activities. Iran Preps Pilot … Read more

Geographic Distribution Data Shows US Takes Leading Bitcoin Mining Position After China’s Crackdown

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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,” according to new data from Cambridge University. Data Shows US, Kazakhstan, Russian Federation Rule the Bitcoin Mining Roost In mid-July, researchers from the Cambridge Bitcoin … Read more

Tehran Stock Exchange Head Resigns Over Mining Rigs Found at Organization’s Office

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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 in Iran are reportedly resuming operations amid fears of new restrictions in the winter. Iran Stock Exchange CEO Loses Job for Illegal Crypto Mining Under … Read more

Iranian Lawmakers Oppose Crypto Restrictions, Call for Supportive Regulations

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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 the crypto industry, the lawmakers have called for the adoption of friendlier regulations. Iranian MPs Urge for Change in Crypto Policies After Research Some parliamentarians … Read more

Iran Shuts Down More Illegal Crypto Farms, Bringing Total to Over 5,300

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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 mining facilities, seizing an enormous amount of coin-minting machines. Power Utility Confiscates More Than 216,000 Mining Units From Unlicensed Miners in Iran Preventing blackouts remains … Read more