Crypto Inflows to Iran Decline 11% Amid Hack and Wallet Freezing

Iran’s crypto market has been significantly impacted by geopolitical tensions and security breaches, as crypto flows fell 11% in 2025, with major events including the Nobitex hack and Tether wallet freezes.

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Summary

Iran’s cryptocurrency inflows fell by 11% from January to July 2025, totaling $3.7 billion, largely due to the $90 million Nobitex hack and Tether freezing 42 wallets. The sharpest drops occurred in June and July 2025, following geopolitical disruptions and security concerns.

Terms & Concepts
  • Nobitex hack: A cyber attack on the Iranian cryptocurrency exchange Nobitex, resulting in the loss of $90 million in funds.
  • Tether wallet freezing: The action taken by Tether to freeze 42 cryptocurrency wallets suspected of being involved in illicit activities or security breaches.