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Tether Urged To Transfer $344M In Frozen USDT To Terror Victims

A US federal court in Manhattan is being asked to order Tether to transfer $344 million in frozen USDT to victims of Iran-linked terrorist attacks. The plaintiffs, including a Jerusalem family affected by a 1997 Hamas bombing, hold unpaid court judgments against Iran. They target two Tron blockchain wallets, frozen earlier this year by the US Treasury's OFAC as linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Their lawsuit argues that because Tether, as a centralized issuer, can freeze wallets, it can also be compelled by court order to move the equivalent funds to satisfy the judgments. This case could set a significant legal precedent for centralized stablecoin issuers and is part of a broader legal campaign targeting frozen crypto assets linked to sanctioned entities.

bitcoinist17 ч. назад

Tether Urged To Transfer $344M In Frozen USDT To Terror Victims

bitcoinist17 ч. назад

Iran’s Hidden Crypto Trails Exposed As Arkham Publishes Public Wallet Map

Blockchain intelligence firm Arkham has published a public, searchable map of cryptocurrency wallets linked to Iran's central bank, Bank Markazi. The core of the map is two Tron-based wallets that were sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury on April 24, identified as property of the bank and tied to the IRGC-Qods Force and Hezbollah. Approximately $344 million in crypto was frozen in the action, with Tether complying to freeze the funds. Arkham's research aims to serve as a starting point for tracing transaction flows. Analysis reveals a complex, layered system where Iranian oil revenues move through brokers, intermediary wallets, and DeFi protocols to obscure their origin before reaching central bank-linked accounts. While the Tron network itself cannot monitor transactions, it points to a joint financial crime unit with Tether and TRM Labs to flag illicit activity. The exposed wallets are part of a larger trend. Estimates indicate Iran's total crypto transaction volume reached roughly $11.4 billion in 2024 and $10 billion in 2025. Furthermore, Iran is reportedly considering charging crypto tolls for ships in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling digital assets' expanding role beyond sanctions evasion.

bitcoinist05/14 02:02

Iran’s Hidden Crypto Trails Exposed As Arkham Publishes Public Wallet Map

bitcoinist05/14 02:02

Trump Rejects Iran Peace Proposal — Bitcoin Breaks $82,000

Bitcoin has surged nearly 30% since the US-Iran war began on February 28, outpacing gold and the S&P 500 despite ongoing market turmoil. The rally faces potential catalysts this week, including a Senate vote on the hawkish Kevin Warsh for Fed chair and markup of the significant CLARITY Act, both viewed as bullish for Bitcoin. The conflict, triggered by a US airstrike killing Iran's Supreme Leader, continues with no near-term resolution. After former President Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal demanding reparations and asset unfreezing, Bitcoin initially dipped but quickly rebounded, breaking above $82,000 and liquidating over $60 million in shorts. With Israeli PM Netanyahu insisting on dismantling Iran's uranium sites, hopes for a quick ceasefire have faded, underscoring Bitcoin's divergent performance amid deepening geopolitical strain and rising oil prices.

bitcoinist05/12 07:04

Trump Rejects Iran Peace Proposal — Bitcoin Breaks $82,000

bitcoinist05/12 07:04

Peace Talks Hit an Impasse Again, U.S. Stocks Retreat from Highs, Can Bitcoin Hold the $80,000 Level?

Peace Talks Stalemate Sinks Stocks, Tests Bitcoin's $80K Support Optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, which briefly propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record highs, evaporated within 24 hours. Iran dismissed key U.S. proposals regarding uranium enrichment and Strait of Hormuz access, reversing market sentiment. U.S. stocks fell, led by semiconductors and small caps, while oil prices whipsawed violently. The core narrative is a binary market bet on war or peace, creating extreme volatility. The probability of a deal by mid-May dropped to 20%. Oil (Brent) briefly crashed 12% before recovering to around $100, but a shift in its market structure hinted at ample physical supply despite geopolitical risk. Bitcoin fell roughly 1.56%, finding support near $80,000. The pullback was considered structurally healthy, backed by strong institutional inflows into U.S. ETFs and rising long-term holder conviction. Ethereum gained on positive U.S. crypto regulation hopes. In equities, major indices declined with the Russell 2000 hit hardest. The "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks were a rare bright spot, but the semiconductor sector sold off sharply. Notably, high-beta momentum stocks suffered dramatically worse losses than the broader market. Upcoming U.S. non-farm payrolls data is the next key catalyst. Treasury yields rose with oil, the dollar was steady, and gold/silver gained on a mix of inflation and safe-haven demand. European markets also fell. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains unresolved, keeping markets on edge.

marsbit05/09 03:43

Peace Talks Hit an Impasse Again, U.S. Stocks Retreat from Highs, Can Bitcoin Hold the $80,000 Level?

marsbit05/09 03:43

Can Iran 'Control' the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has announced a comprehensive plan to assert control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping chokepoint. The proposed measures include requiring all vessels to obtain Iranian permission for passage, imposing fees for security, environmental protection, and navigation management—preferably paid in Iranian rials—and absolutely banning Israeli ships. Vessels from countries deemed hostile by Iran’s top security bodies may also be barred. Analysts suggest Iran’s motives are multifaceted: increasing pressure on the U.S. and Israel by leveraging control over oil transit to influence global prices and inflation; creating a new revenue stream, potentially exceeding $7.7 billion annually, to counter Western sanctions and support postwar reconstruction; and using transit permissions as bargaining chips in future negotiations, notably with the U.S. However, the plan faces significant practical and diplomatic challenges. Enforcing comprehensive interception and fee collection in the busy waterway, patrolled by international military forces, would be difficult. The U.S. has already countering with a blockade of Iranian ports and threats to intercept any ship paying fees, potentially strangling Iran’s oil exports and fee revenue. Broad international opposition, led by European and Gulf states, and legal controversies further complicate implementation. The proposal may ultimately serve more as a negotiating tactic than a feasible policy, with its execution remaining highly uncertain.

marsbit04/27 01:30

Can Iran 'Control' the Strait of Hormuz?

marsbit04/27 01:30

Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Hit As US Freezes $344 Million In Funds

The US Treasury has frozen $344 million in cryptocurrency tied to Iranian military and political groups, specifically targeting two Tron blockchain wallets connected to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Hizballah. This action follows reports that Iran was collecting Bitcoin payments from ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The freeze occurred just one day after stablecoin issuer Tether locked the same amount of funds at the request of US law enforcement. The move is part of broader US efforts to disrupt Iran's ability to generate and move funds, highlighting the limitations of using cryptocurrency as a sanctions workaround when centralized issuers comply with enforcement actions.

bitcoinist04/26 10:01

Iran’s Crypto Lifeline Hit As US Freezes $344 Million In Funds

bitcoinist04/26 10:01

Ceasefire Indefinitely Extended, How Long Will the US-Iran Conflict Continue to Be a Tug-of-War?

President Trump has indefinitely extended the ceasefire with Iran while maintaining a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, stating the truce will last until Iran presents a new proposal and negotiations conclude. The decision follows the collapse of planned peace talks after Iranian representatives refused to attend, calling U.S. conditions unacceptable. Iran has not requested the extension and maintains a firm stance, keeping the strait closed as long as the blockade persists. The prolonged standoff has heightened global market volatility, with oil prices rising sharply. Despite the temporary truce, the lack of a clear diplomatic framework and mutual distrust suggest the situation remains a fragile, unstable equilibrium, with risks of escalation persisting.

marsbit04/22 09:04

Ceasefire Indefinitely Extended, How Long Will the US-Iran Conflict Continue to Be a Tug-of-War?

marsbit04/22 09:04

Iran Opens Fire on an Oil Tanker That Paid Bitcoin Transit Fees to Scammers

Iran announced plans to charge Bitcoin and USDT transit fees for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Within two weeks, scammers impersonated Iranian officials and sent fraudulent messages to stranded vessels, demanding cryptocurrency payments in exchange for safe passage. At least one tanker that paid the fake fee was fired upon by Iranian Revolutionary Guard boats when attempting to cross. Maritime risk firm MARISKS confirmed the scam exploited shipowners’ anxiety amid heightened regional tensions. Chain analysis firms TRM Labs and Chainalysis found no evidence of large-scale crypto payments actually being made to Iranian entities. Legal experts warned that even payments made to scammers—if intended for Iran—could violate international sanctions. The incident highlights how cryptocurrency’s irreversibility, often touted as a strength, becomes a critical risk in conflict-driven fraud. While Iran’s proposal initially sparked excitement in crypto circles, it ultimately created a new attack vector for deception, leaving ships trapped, fined, or even under fire.

marsbit04/22 08:45

Iran Opens Fire on an Oil Tanker That Paid Bitcoin Transit Fees to Scammers

marsbit04/22 08:45

Crypto Extortion Hits Strait Of Hormuz As Scammers Exploit Shipping Crisis

An emerging crypto extortion scam is targeting shipping companies with vessels stranded near the Strait of Hormuz, according to maritime risk firm Marisks. Criminals posing as Iranian security officials are sending fraudulent messages offering safe passage in exchange for transit fees paid in Bitcoin or Tether. The scam exploits desperation amid the ongoing regional conflict, which has severely restricted movement through the critical waterway. Victims are instructed to submit documents and pay a cryptocurrency fee to secure transit. However, the messages are not from Iranian authorities. Paying could not only result in financial loss but also potentially violate international sanctions, as any crypto transfer linked to Iranian entities may be considered material support. Legal risks remain even if companies are defrauded. The scheme appears to capitalize on earlier reports that Iran was considering a real crypto-based toll system.

bitcoinist04/21 17:01

Crypto Extortion Hits Strait Of Hormuz As Scammers Exploit Shipping Crisis

bitcoinist04/21 17:01

Crypto Prices Drop On The Weekend As Iran Shuts Strait Of Hormuz Again

Cryptocurrency prices declined over the weekend following Iran's decision to reclose the Strait of Hormuz, reversing the positive market reaction to its brief reopening. Bitcoin fell below $76,000 after reaching a 10-week high of $77,500, while Ethereum dropped to around $2,350. The global crypto market cap decreased by more than 2%, with major altcoins like XRP and Solana also experiencing losses. The renewed geopolitical tension has reintroduced volatility and uncertainty, casting doubt on earlier optimism about a market recovery. Further price fluctuations are expected if diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue.

bitcoinist04/20 07:31

Crypto Prices Drop On The Weekend As Iran Shuts Strait Of Hormuz Again

bitcoinist04/20 07:31

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