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Iran’s central bank allegedly stockpiling Bitcoin, report says
Reports circulating in crypto and financial media suggest that Iran’s central bank may be accumulating Bitcoin—a claim that, if accurate, would add a new layer to the country’s long-running effort to navigate sanctions, preserve access to global value transfer, and diversify reserves. While official confirmation remains limited and details are scarce, the story has reignited debate about how nation-states can use digital assets to protect purchasing power, reduce dependence on traditional banking rails, and potentially monetize domestic energy resources through regulated mining. This article breaks down what ... (full story)