Bitcoin Gets the Headlines, But Iran’s IRGC Runs on Something Else: Chainalysis
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Chainalysis reports that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps dominates the nation's crypto economy, primarily utilizing stablecoins over Bitcoin for large-scale operations.Summary
According to Chainalysis, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) controls a massive share of Iran's cryptocurrency activity, accounting for roughly 50% of the market in late 2025. While Bitcoin captures public attention, the regime increasingly relies on stablecoins for trade and procurement due to their dollar-pegged stability and efficiency in cross-border payments. This reliance on digital assets allows Iran to circumvent international sanctions and integrate crypto into its broader financial infrastructure.
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