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Senate Democrats allege Tether has become a key tool for Iran

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Democrats on the Senate's Permanent Subcommittee on Intelligence published a report alleging that Tether's USDT has become a key tool for the Iranian government, according to CoinDesk.

The report characterizes USDT as a major enabler for the regime, saying it has functioned as a lifeline for Iranian authorities.

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CoinDeskTether is a ‘lifeline’ for Iranian regime, Senate Dems say in new report

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