Iran launched Hormuz Safe, a state-backed maritime insurance platform for cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz, reported by IRGC-affiliated Fars News on May 16, 2026. The platform settles insurance premiums in Bitcoin, allowing sanctioned shippers to pay in cryptocurrency for instant digital coverage. Iran's Economy Ministry projects revenue above $10 billion from the mechanism, which it has been developing since early May 2026.
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