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US sanctions Iranian crypto exchange Shelbit tied to $4B IRGC network - The Cryptonomist

Detected August 8, 2026 · in Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS)

The US has sanctioned Iranian crypto exchange Shelbit, which is tied to a $4B IRGC network, restricting US persons from dealing with it.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) space on August 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. US persons and entities, including defense manufacturers, aerospace/dual-use exporters, semiconductor & tech exporters, and freight forwarders/brokers, who may have any dealings with Shelbit or its associated network. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate compliance required; no specific deadline provided.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

Shelbit, an Iranian crypto exchange, has been added to US sanctions lists due to its ties to the IRGC's $4B network, prohibiting US persons from engaging in transactions with it.

Who it affects

US persons and entities, including defense manufacturers, aerospace/dual-use exporters, semiconductor & tech exporters, and freight forwarders/brokers, who may have any dealings with Shelbit or its associated network.

What you must do

Review any existing or potential business relationships, transactions, or customer due diligence involving Shelbit or its network, and cease any prohibited dealings immediately.

Deadline

Immediate compliance required; no specific deadline provided.

Source: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMif0FVX3lxTE45R01PS2xYWncyY3FKTWxNemxqSjBGenQtT25mVlB6OEN1aXN4NVp1MUlYU0luZUhNU2xqcGliTkZiVnhJVUJ3b010akdrTHRCSjVvODRFa01rZ0QxS1JJNVVIZWtGN1NNcFJnVEZJcHN2QWZlMk8yYTJtdnFaY28?oc=5

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