Iran Gov’t Forms Crypto Taskforce

A special taskforce to integrate efforts for regulating cryptocurrencies has been set up by the government. 
The National Taskforce of Cryptocurrencies held its first meeting in Tehran last week to debate the implementation of the recently approved cryptomining regulations, Way2pay website reported at the weekend. 
It was established on recommendation by President Ebrahim Raisi and will function under the auspices of the Vice Presidency for Economic Affairs and will convene twice a month. 
The declared aim of the group is to enhance coordination between state bodies and institutions relevant to crypto. The Central Bank of Iran, Ministry of Intelligence, Oil Ministry, Energy Ministry, Ministry of Industry, Mining and Trade and the Ministry of Economy are among members of the taskforce.