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Crypto: Iran Eases the Use of Bitcoin and USDT for Trade

Cointribune·September 9, 2026·1 min read
Crypto: Iran Eases the Use of Bitcoin and USDT for Trade

Iran loosened currency controls to allow more crypto use in international trade. Exporters can now use foreign revenues to directly finance imports and resort to Bitcoin or USDT for certain cross-border settlements, according to the Financial Times. Nearly $9.9 billion in crypto activity was attributed to Iran in 2025.

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