Inside a data center in Tehran used by Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex.
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The Nobitex Dilemma: How Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchange Operates Beyond OFAC’s Reach

In late February 2026, Iran experienced a near-total internet shutdown following a joint U.S.-Israeli strike. Yet, amidst the digital blackout, one financial service remained fully operational: Nobitex, the country’s dominant cryptocurrency exchange. This resilience highlights a complex reality—a platform serving over 11 million Iranians while also functioning as a key financial conduit for a regime […]

Nobitex office building in Tehran, Iran, linked to Kharrazi family and supreme leader ties
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Nobitex: Iran’s Largest Crypto Exchange Tied to Supreme Leader’s Family – A Shocking Revelation

Nobitex, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, was founded by two brothers with deep ties to the Kharrazi family, a powerful dynasty connected to the country’s supreme leaders, according to a Reuters investigation. The exchange has processed hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions, including during wartime, raising concerns about sanctions evasion. Nobitex Founders Linked to Kharrazi […]