Reuters: Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchange Nobitex Linked to Ayatollah Khamenei’s Relatives

Reuters reported that Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, is linked to relatives of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, raising concerns about potential government involvement. The exchange is suspected of facilitating the inflow of foreign funds to circumvent financial sanctions, prompting the US to seize billions in crypto assets. Iran is facing a severe currency crisis and recent reports indicate a scheme for bitcoin extortion through the Strait of Hormuz.