Why Bitcoin Has Become an Element of Resistance in Iran’s Economic Crisis

According to Chainalysis, Bitcoin (BTC) has emerged as an "element of resistance" in Iran as the national currency faces pressure and protests continue. The overall crypto ecosystem in Iran surged to over $7.78 billion in 2025. Amid rising inflation and currency devaluation since late 2025, Iranians have significantly increased Bitcoin transfers to personal wallets across all withdrawal sizes, viewing it as a rational response to the near-worthless Iranian rial. Unlike conventional assets, Bitcoin's self-custody and censorship resistance offer individuals financial mobility, crucial when needing to bypass government control or potentially leave the country. However, the adoption has a dual nature: while citizens use it to protect savings, state actors like the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have leveraged digital assets to circumvent sanctions, with IRGC-linked wallets receiving over $3 billion in 2025.

(Source：BeInCrypto)