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US Sanctions Iranian Crypto: Shelbit Exchange Targeted - The Cryptonomist

Detected August 7, 2026 · in Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS)

The US has sanctioned Iranian cryptocurrency exchange Shelbit, adding it to OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list, prohibiting US persons from dealing with it.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) space on August 7, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. US persons, including defense manufacturers, aerospace/dual-use exporters, semiconductor & tech exporters, and freight forwarders/brokers, who may have transactions involving Shelbit or its associated entities. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate compliance required; no grace period specified.. 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 Exchange has been designated as a sanctioned entity under US sanctions, making any transactions with it prohibited for US persons.

Who it affects

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

What you must do

Review any existing or pending transactions, contracts, or dealings involving Shelbit Exchange or its affiliates; block any property or interests in property; and ensure compliance with OFAC regulations.

Deadline

Immediate compliance required; no grace period specified.

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

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