The tensions between Iran and Israel have also reflected in the crypto world. Yesterday, after the Israel-linked hacker group Gonjeshke Darande stole 90 million dollars from Nobitex, one of Iran’s major exchanges, the Central Bank of Iran introduced a new rule for platforms.
The institution has adjusted the working hours of cryptocurrency exchanges to local time between 10 AM and 8 PM. This way, it is aimed to reduce the likelihood of being affected by attacks.
The stolen cryptocurrencies were burned
On the other hand, it is reported that the hacker group transferred the stolen cryptocurrencies to irreversible addresses and effectively burned them. It is stated that the hacker group wanted to demonstrate that there was no profit motivation behind this.
Israeli media also reports that the group may be connected to Israeli intelligence or the army.
Exchanges like Nobitex allow transactions outside the banking system, especially due to Western sanctions, enabling users to bypass the sanctions.
Published: June 19, 2025 12:52 Last Updated: June 19, 2025 12:57
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