Iran wants to “preserve and protect national interests” in the field of digital currencies and cryptocurrencies, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani told a meeting of the cabinet’s economic coordination board this week.
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- In his comments, Rouhani emphasized the need for a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, given the “significant risks” of cryptocurrency trading. “For legalizing the activity of cryptocurrencies and protecting people’s capital in this area, we must think of a solution as soon as possible and lay down and communicate the necessary laws and instructions,” he said.
