UK PM Starmer welcomes US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran explores Bitcoin-based toll systems at $10B scale amid fresh US crypto sanctions.

The US and Iran are nearing a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under a 60-day ceasefire, with Iran exploring Bitcoin for transit fee payments.

Iran's new Strait of Hormuz agreement includes crypto toll payments via the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, raising sanctions evasion concerns for investors.