The U.S. Treasury's OFAC warned that digital asset payments for transit through the Strait of Hormuz may trigger sanctions. Iran's 'Tehran Toll Booth' system generates ~$20M daily via Bitcoin and USDT. UAE leaves OPEC, Bitcoin falls below $76K amid geopolitical shock.

OFAC warned that digital asset payments for Strait of Hormuz passage can create sanctions exposure. Iran operates a crypto-based toll system generating ~$20M daily. Crypto does not reduce legal risk; foreign firms face secondary sanctions and restricted access to the U.S. financial system.

OFAC warned that digital asset payments linked to Strait of Hormuz transit may create sanctions exposure. The alert underscores that crypto does not reduce legal risk for maritime firms, insurers, banks, or counterparties dealing with Iran-linked entities.

The U.S. Treasury's OFAC warned that digital asset payments tied to Strait of Hormuz transit may create sanctions exposure. Maritime firms, insurers, banks, and counterparties could face enforcement or secondary sanctions if transactions involve Iran-linked entities.

UK-based Windward’s satellite imagery shows Iran’s Kharg Island oil terminal has resumed crude loading, with a VLCC and a Panamax tanker operating simultaneously; IRGC fast boats remain highly active in the Strait of Hormuz with elevated readiness.