Taliban had a ‘massive chilling effect’ on Afghan crypto market: Report
Crypto value received in Afghanistan surged in the wake of the Taliban seizing power in August 2021, but crypto markets have flatlined under the regime.
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Crypto value received in Afghanistan surged in the wake of the Taliban seizing power in August 2021, but crypto markets have flatlined under the regime.
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