Bitcoin Emerges as a Tool of Financial Resistance

[cryptobro]

Beyond wealth preservation, Bitcoin has taken on a broader role during Iran’s unrest. Chainalysis described BTC as “an element of resistance,” offering liquidity and financial flexibility in an environment where assets are tightly controlled and traditional banking channels are restricted or inaccessible.

Unlike physical assets or bank-held funds, Bitcoin’s censorship-resistant and self-custodial nature allows individuals to transact or relocate wealth without government approval. Similar patterns have been observed in regions facing war or severe economic instability, reinforcing Bitcoin’s growing role as a parallel financial system during crises.

[mendez]

calling btc an element of resistance sounds dramatic but… yeah kinda accurate