{"id":8362,"date":"2026-04-10T10:39:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T10:39:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailystreetchronicle.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/10\/bitcoin-vs-the-dollar-could-crypto-be-the-currency-of-the-next-peace-deal\/"},"modified":"2026-04-10T10:39:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T10:39:59","slug":"bitcoin-vs-the-dollar-could-crypto-be-the-currency-of-the-next-peace-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailystreetchronicle.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/10\/bitcoin-vs-the-dollar-could-crypto-be-the-currency-of-the-next-peace-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"Bitcoin vs the Dollar: Could Crypto Be the Currency of the Next Peace Deal?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The post Bitcoin vs the Dollar: Could Crypto Be the Currency of the Next Peace Deal?<\/a> appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News<\/a><\/p>\n

Anthony Pompliano<\/a> has sparked a massive conversation across crypto and finance circles with a bold claim: Bitcoin may now be entering the center of global conflict resolution and trade.<\/p>\n

For the unversed, reports <\/a>suggest that the United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, with one key condition being the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments. That alone is significant.<\/p>\n

However, the real twist comes from claims that Iran may demand a $1-per-barrel transit fee paid in Bitcoin. <\/p>\n

If true, this would mark the first time Bitcoin is directly tied to a geopolitical agreement, positioning it as a neutral financial layer between nations that do not trust each other.<\/p>\n

Why Bitcoin Is Being Considered<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Under the current global system, Iran is facing strict U.S. and European sanctions, making dollar transactions difficult. As a result, it is exploring alternatives like crypto, which allows payments outside traditional systems and is harder to control.<\/p>\n

Bitcoin changes that by offering a decentralized, censorship-resistant alternative. It cannot be easily frozen, blocked, or controlled by any single government.<\/p>\n

Compared to gold, it is faster and more portable. Compared to stablecoins, it carries less counterparty risk.<\/p>\n

This is exactly why it is being discussed in high-stakes scenarios.<\/p>\n

Skepticism Around the Claim<\/strong><\/h3>\n

However, not everyone is convinced.<\/p>\n

Arthur Hayes has openly questioned the narrative, stating he would only believe it after seeing actual on-chain transactions tied to oil payments.<\/p>\n

Without that proof, the claim remains unverified.<\/p>\n

Still, the story has already gone viral, and that in itself is shaping perception.<\/p>\n

Wall Street Moves at the Same Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n

At the same time, Morgan Stanley has launched a Bitcoin ETF with a 0.14% expense ratio, one of the lowest in the market.<\/p>\n

This aggressive move is expected to increase competition and drive more institutional inflows.<\/p>\n

The contrast is clear. Bitcoin is being discussed in both geopolitical negotiations and traditional finance at the same time.<\/p>\n

A Tool, Not Just a Currency<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Even the Central Intelligence Agency sees Bitcoin as both a tool and a target. It is not fully anonymous and can be tracked, making it useful for monitoring illicit activity while still being used globally.<\/p>\n

Alongside this, figures like Ro Khanna and Nancy Pelosi are facing scrutiny over stock trading gains, adding to public frustration.<\/p>\n

Put together, the message is clear. Bitcoin is no longer just a digital asset. It is becoming part of global finance, politics, and power, and the conversation around it is only getting louder.<\/p>\n

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