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Iran's Nobitex Exchange Handled Millions in Transactions Linked to Sanctioned Entities
Reuters reported that Nobitex, Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, processed transactions worth tens to hundreds of millions of dollars connected to sanctioned groups, including Iran's central bank and the IRGC. The exchange stated it has no relations with these entities. The findings point to difficulties in enforcing international sanctions on cryptocurrency platforms.
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Reuters reported that Nobitex, Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, processed transactions valued between tens and hundreds of millions of dollars linked to sanctioned entities. These included Iran's central bank and the IRGC. Nobitex stated that it has no relations with Iran's central bank or the IRGC.
Nobitex facilitates digital asset trades in Iran, a country subject to international sanctions. The exchange issued its denial in response to a Reuters investigation. The investigation did not specify the time period or detailed nature of the transactions.
The reported transactions illustrate issues in applying global sanctions to the cryptocurrency sector. Reuters did not detail how the connections were identified. No information was provided on potential regulatory actions in response.
