Iran Relaxes Currency Restrictions, Allowing Exporters to Transfer Profits Home via Cryptocurrency, FT Reports
In a notable shift in its monetary policy, Iran has announced a relaxation of its long‑standing currency controls, permitting businesses that earn foreign currency abroad to repatriate those earnings through cryptocurrency channels. This development, reported by the Financial Times, signals a strategic move by Tehran to modernize its foreign‑exchange mechanisms, attract more export activity, and …
Sept. 9, 2026, 9:59 a.m.