From a technical perspective, a quick transfer in a few seconds involves using the Lightning Network — a second-layer solution for Bitcoin that allows for almost instant transactions. However, according to Alex Thorn, the largest known Lightning Network transaction to date was $1 million. Experts consider it more likely that courts will be provided with a QR code or alphanumeric Bitcoin address after approval of the access request. The Strait of Ormuz remains critically important for global energy. About 21 million barrels of oil are transported through it daily. At a rate of $1 per barrel, the potential fee volume could reach tens of millions of dollars per day, which could amount to a significant sum in cryptocurrency annually. The community notes that such a move by Iran highlights the growing role of decentralized assets in bypassing traditional financial restrictions. Unlike fiat currencies or stablecoins, which are subject to influence from regulators and issuers, Bitcoin offers an independent mechanism for transferring value across borders without intermediaries.

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