Iran Reportedly Demands Bitcoin Tolls in Strait of Hormuz
The Financial Times highlighted this development as a new geopolitical use case for digital assets. Former President Donald Trump quickly responded to the reports, issuing a public statement on April 9, 2026, at 5:08 PM. He declared, "There are reports that Iran is charging fees to tankers going through the Hormuz Strait — They better not be and, if they are, they better stop now!"
In response, the United States is reportedly pursuing de-escalation efforts.