Iran’s president secretly meets supreme leader after resignation threat
The secretive meeting underscores potential instability in Iran's leadership, highlighting internal power struggles and IRGC's influence.
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Iran-linked exchange sent $676 million to Binance in alleged sanctions-evasion operation: Reuters
Dubai-based Shelbit processed over $4 billion since May 2024 through a network tied to Iranian gambling sites, the central bank, and the IRGC, per Reuters.
The Block•Zack Abrams1 Aug
US Sanctions Iranian Marine Insurers Taking Bitcoin for Strait of Hormuz Passage
Treasury says HormuzSafe, developed by Iran's Ministry of Economy, accepted digital assets to fund an IRGC-backed 'extortion' scheme targeting commercial shipping.
The Defiant•The Defiant Team30 Jul
OFAC Targets Iran’s Crypto-Funded Toll Scheme in Strait of Hormuz
The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned two firms accused of supporting an IRGC-backed scheme that allegedly extorted commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz by requiring them to purchase maritime insurance. Wednesday’s designations hit the Persian Gulf Marine Insurance Company and HormuzSafe Marine Services Authority, known as Hormuz Safe. Treasury says
BeInCrypto•Kamina Bashir30 Jul
IRGC strikes US air base in Kuwait as Bitcoin slides toward $100K amid $700M in liquidations
Geopolitical tensions escalate, impacting global markets and highlighting the swift interplay between military actions and crypto volatility.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team30 Jul
Iran’s IRGC shoots down drone over key oil port, and crypto markets are watching the geopolitical chessboard
The drone incident highlights the fragile balance in the Persian Gulf, potentially affecting global oil markets and crypto trading dynamics.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team30 Jul
US military says it hit dozens of iran’s IRGC targets
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions risk regional instability, with potential Iranian retaliation and diplomatic efforts shaping future conflict dynamics.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez30 Jul
U.S. sanctions Iranian maritime firm over Bitcoin payments
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned HormuzSafe and another Iranian insurer, alleging Bitcoin payments helped evade restrictions and fund the IRGC.
US sanctions Iranian maritime firm, says it accepted Bitcoin to evade restrictions
The US Treasury said HormuzSafe accepted Bitcoin and other digital assets to evade sanctions and generate revenue for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Cointelegraph•Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra30 Jul
Four IRGC members reportedly killed in joint US-Saudi airstrikes in diyala, Iraq
The incident heightens regional tensions, potentially prompting Iranian retaliation and impacting geopolitical stability in the Gulf region.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez29 Jul
US Treasury sanctions Iranian crypto exchanges linked to IRGC financing scheme
The sanctions highlight the growing role of crypto in geopolitical conflicts, emphasizing the need for robust regulatory frameworks globally.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team29 Jul
Iran Launches ‘Surprise Attack’ on US Base in Jordan as Oil Jumps Almost 4% Putting Bitcoin’s Rally to the Test
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) fired ballistic missiles at U.S. forces in Jordan yesterday, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed, sending West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude up nearly 4% and putting bitcoin’s fragile ceasefire-driven rally back to the test. CENTCOM Says All Missiles Intercepted CENTCOM said in a statement that Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps forces […]
Bitcoin.com News•Shiraz Jagati29 Jul
IRGC warns of expanded military operations amid US, Israel tensions
Escalating IRGC operations could destabilize regional geopolitics, impacting economic conditions and increasing military conflict risks.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez26 Jul
IRGC threatens US allies, including UK and Gulf states, amid rising tensions
IRGC threatens US allies, including the UK and Gulf states. Military action against a Gulf state by July 30 at 25% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez25 Jul
IRGC claims destruction of US military aircraft and radar systems as crypto markets navigate war volatility
Iran's IRGC claims destruction of US military aircraft and radar systems. Here's how the unverified strikes impact crypto markets and digital
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team25 Jul
IRGC claims destruction of US military aircraft amid regional tensions
IRGC claims destruction of US military aircraft amid rising tensions. Full airspace closure by August 31 at 41.5% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez25 Jul
US threatens to destroy IRGC revenue facilities amid rising tensions with Iran
US threatens to destroy IRGC revenue facilities amid rising tensions. Iran reconstruction funding in a US-Iran deal in 2026 at 29% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez24 Jul
Iran’s IRGC targets US military assets in Jordan, Erbil amid rising tensions
Iran's IRGC targets U.S. military assets in Jordan and Erbil. Final nuclear deal by August 13, 2026 at 2.6% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez24 Jul
IRGC strikes US-operated Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait
IRGC strikes US-operated Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. Military action against a Gulf state by July 30 at 44.5% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez24 Jul
US missile strike damages IRGC naval base on Iran’s Caspian coast
US missile strike damages an IRGC naval base in Iran. Full airspace closure by August 31 at 59% YES.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez24 Jul