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Central Bank of Iran plans to block rial accounts tied to crypto exchanges

Crypto Briefing·October 3, 2026·1 min read
Central Bank of Iran plans to block rial accounts tied to crypto exchanges

The Central Bank of Iran plans to block rial accounts tied to crypto exchanges. This move could stifle local exchanges, complicate rial-to-crypto conversions, and heighten economic isolation amid sanctions. The restrictions target the financial infrastructure connecting Iran's banking system to cryptocurrency trading platforms.

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