Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse

Jan 17 2026 bitcoin


Bitcoin Magazine

Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse

Iran’s crypto economy surged past $7.78 billion in 2025, with Bitcoin emerging as both a financial lifeline for citizens and a strategic tool for the IRGC amid political turmoil and conflict.

This post Bitcoin Adoption Surges in Iran Amid Protests and Rial Collapse first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.





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