US seized $1 billion in Iranian crypto, Scott Bessent says; claims Tehran facing financial crisisUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the seizure of approximately $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency assets as part of "Operatio...
30 May, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Why West’s crypto rules matter for East’s financial futureThe US CLARITY Act addressing legal uncertainty will shape global crypto regulation. Eastern hubs like the UAE and Singapore are moving ahe...
23 May, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
How US President Donald Trump's crypto venture and Iran's top exchange tapped into the same industry networksIran's Nobitex exchange moved billions through Tron and BNB Chain, networks by Justin Sun and Changpeng Zhao. These blockchains facilitated...
19 May, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
One of Iran's most powerful families founded its largest crypto exchange. It's used by the IRGC to move millionsIran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, is controlled by the sons of the influential Kharrazi family, who concealed their ties for...
02 May, 2026, 06.49 AM IST
Trump's new front against Iran: The US hunts hidden crypto networksAmerica's Operation Epic Fury is now Operation Economic Fury. The US is targeting Iran's cryptocurrency networks. This aims to stop Iran fr...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
US freezes $344 mn in cryptocurrency linked to Iran: Treasury chiefAmerica has frozen 344 million dollars in cryptocurrency assets. These funds are linked to Iran. This action aims to increase pressure on T...
25 Apr, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in USAmerica is taking a strong stance against foreign tech firms, especially those in China, for allegedly stealing advanced artificial intelli...
24 Apr, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
After tariff wars, Trump is opening a new front in US-China rivalryThe US accuses China of stealing AI intellectual property, escalating the tech rivalry beyond tariffs. This move, potentially impacting chi...
24 Apr, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese companies 'exploiting' AI models made in USAmerica is taking a strong stance against foreign tech firms, especially those in China, for allegedly stealing advanced artificial intelli...
24 Apr, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
Bitcoin (BTC USD) or gold: Which safe haven asset did traders choose during the US-Iran conflict?Bitcoin (BTC USD) vs gold as safe haven: Markets experienced a significant jolt following geopolitical tensions, with oil seeing a surge in...
18 Apr, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Russia-linked Grinex crypto exchange suspends operations after cyber attackGrinex, a crypto exchange linked to Russia, has halted operations. This follows a cyber attack where assets worth 1 billion roubles were st...
16 Apr, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
Layoffs hit tech, GCCs; Startups rewrite summer rulesHappy Wednesday! Tech and GCC talent are facing more layoffs as they move up the value chain and integrate into global operations. This and...
15 Apr, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
How Iran is using bitcoin as gate pass for HormuzIran is considering digital currency payments, potentially Bitcoin or stablecoins, for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz as a sanctio...
10 Apr, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Iran’s sanctions-busting crypto ambitions grow on toll paymentsIran proposes digital currency for Strait of Hormuz passage tolls. This move highlights a significant sanctions-evasion network. While legi...
10 Apr, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Iran's surging crypto activity draws US scrutinyCrypto use in Iran is surging amid sanctions and currency collapse, prompting U.S. scrutiny of platforms for possible sanctions evasion, wh...
07 Feb, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
US slaps sanctions on crypto mixer used by North Koreans for launderingThe US treasury department said in a statement that its action against Sinbad.io comes as the mixer has processed millions of dollars in vi...
30 Nov, 2023, 10.30 AM IST
Crypto firms say US sanctions limit use of privacy softwareThe Biden administration issued an executive order on digital assets in March that calls, in part, for regulations on the industry.
26 Aug, 2022, 05.42 PM IST