US prosecutors are investigating Binance for possible Iran sanctions violations. Authorities are examinin ...More

US prosecutors are investigating Binance for possible Iran sanctions violations. Authorities are examining if the exchange knowingly allowed prohibited trading activity. Binance stated it has zero tolerance for sanctions breaches and cooperates fully. The company previously settled a $4.3 billion probe for anti-money laundering law violations. The US government recently intensified its campaign to economically isolate Iran. ...Less

Real-world asset tokenization is shifting from issuance toward utility, with RWA AUM reaching $34.18 bill ...More

Real-world asset tokenization is shifting from issuance toward utility, with RWA AUM reaching $34.18 billion by September 15, 2026. Binance Research highlights rising utilization, as liquidity, lending and collateral applications increasingly determine whether tokenized assets become financially active on-chain. ...Less

Bitcoin has gained 61.7% over five years, outperforming Ethereum and Solana, which declined 26.2% and 27. ...More

Bitcoin has gained 61.7% over five years, outperforming Ethereum and Solana, which declined 26.2% and 27.9%. Analysts attribute Bitcoin’s lead to institutional adoption, ETF flows, liquidity and scarcity, while Ethereum and Solana remain more sensitive to network activity and crypto narratives. ...Less

The G7 warned that Iran's actions risk further escalating the West Asia conflict, undermining internation ...More

The G7 warned that Iran's actions risk further escalating the West Asia conflict, undermining international trade and creating global economic instability. It condemned continued Houthi strikes in Yemen and against Saudi Arabia, called for an immediate halt to attacks on civilian shipping, and urged Iran to stop supporting the Houthis. ...Less

Bitcoin Price Today News: Bitcoin price is back above $85,000. It is Bitcoin’s strongest move since Janua ...More

Bitcoin Price Today News: Bitcoin price is back above $85,000. It is Bitcoin’s strongest move since January, with traders returning to the market after weeks of pressure. The rally has a clear derivatives story behind it. About $648 million in crypto short positions were liquidated as BTC moved higher. Traders who had bet on a fall were forced to buy back their positions. Bitcoin also closed above its 50-week moving average for the first time in 45 weeks. That technical break has caught the attention of momentum traders. The move is spreading beyond Bitcoin. Ethereum and XRP are also rising, adding to signs of stronger sentiment across major cryptocurrencies. ...Less

A parliamentary committee will meet on September 3 to discuss direct tax reforms. The meeting will focus ...More

A parliamentary committee will meet on September 3 to discuss direct tax reforms. The meeting will focus on simplification, rationalization, and ease of compliance. Discussions will also cover the Income-tax Act, 2025, and revenue performance. This session follows a previous cancellation regarding virtual digital assets. Representatives from the Ministry of Finance will attend the important deliberations. ...Less

While it is normal for companies like Binance to comply when law enforcement agencies in countries where ...More

While it is normal for companies like Binance to comply when law enforcement agencies in countries where they operate make legitimate requests to see client information, the world's largest crypto exchange said in 2023 it had fully exited Russia. ...Less

Bitcoin's sharp rebound from its July low has revived hopes of an ‘Uptober’ rally, but analysts say susta ...More

Bitcoin's sharp rebound from its July low has revived hopes of an ‘Uptober’ rally, but analysts say sustained ETF inflows, institutional demand, regulatory clarity and Fed policy will matter more than seasonality. Bitcoin remains about 37% below its October 2025 record high, keeping the path towards a fresh peak challenging. ...Less

Bitcoin surged nearly 23% in a week to around $78,000, while Ethereum and major altcoins also rallied. St ...More

Bitcoin surged nearly 23% in a week to around $78,000, while Ethereum and major altcoins also rallied. Strong crypto ETF inflows, softer US dollar expectations, Treasury buybacks and reduced Fed tightening hopes boosted sentiment. Analysts flagged improving institutional participation, though profit-taking and long-term holder selling remain key risks. ...Less

Crypto exchanges are evolving into financial superapps, expanding into payments, tokenised assets, equiti ...More

Crypto exchanges are evolving into financial superapps, expanding into payments, tokenised assets, equities and investment products. Binance gained market share in H1 2026, while traditional-asset perpetuals surged. Stablecoin payments and crypto card spending also grew despite weaker trading volumes, highlighting broader adoption and diversification beyond conventional cryptocurrency trading. ...Less

Building on strong demand for commodity perpetuals, Binance adds another layer to its TradFi ecosystem wi ...More

Building on strong demand for commodity perpetuals, Binance adds another layer to its TradFi ecosystem with compliant, crypto-native options on core macro assets ...Less

Indian law enforcement is leveraging blockchain transparency to combat financial crime effectively. Recen ...More

Indian law enforcement is leveraging blockchain transparency to combat financial crime effectively. Recent initiatives have focused on dismantling cyber fraud and narcotics trafficking syndicates. Collaborations with digital asset exchanges like Binance are crucial for gathering evidence and unraveling these criminal networks. This strategy is paving the way for a more secure digital asset environment that fosters innovation and safety. ...Less

Traditional finance markets are transforming through digital ledger technology. Tokenized stocks offer co ...More

Traditional finance markets are transforming through digital ledger technology. Tokenized stocks offer continuous trading and instant settlement globally. This innovation eliminates traditional market access barriers and high entry costs. Investors can now trade assets even when traditional markets are closed. Binance is leading this shift with its integrated TradFi Stack ecosystem. ...Less

From crypto exchange to a multi-asset financial platform, Binance has completed 9 years in operation. The ...More

From crypto exchange to a multi-asset financial platform, Binance has completed 9 years in operation. The years of growth, driven by its global community of more than 323 million users. $156 trillion in trade volume and counting. Read on about the journey! ...Less

Richard Teng, co-chief ⁠executive of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, said that trading in U.S. stocks an ...More

Richard Teng, co-chief ⁠executive of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, said that trading in U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds in the company has ⁠exceeded $3 ⁠billion since the activity's launch a month ago ...Less

Binance highlighted how eligible users gained exposure to SpaceX before, during and after its record IPO ...More

Binance highlighted how eligible users gained exposure to SpaceX before, during and after its record IPO through pre-IPO perpetuals, direct stock trading and tokenised bStocks. The exchange said the multi-stage approach drove strong trading volumes, liquidity and investor participation across different asset classes. ...Less

Binance said its AI-powered compliance systems intercepted $10.53 billion in potential fraud between 2025 ...More

Binance said its AI-powered compliance systems intercepted $10.53 billion in potential fraud between 2025 and the first quarter of 2026, while the crypto exchange invests around $300 million annually in compliance. The company said the spending supports fraud prevention, law-enforcement collaboration, user protection and asset recovery efforts. ...Less

The claimants, some of whom ⁠said ⁠they had lost tens of thousands of pounds, allege Binance entities kno ...More

The claimants, some of whom ⁠said ⁠they had lost tens of thousands of pounds, allege Binance entities knowingly sold investments such as leveraged products, which can amplify gains or losses, from late 2019 and promoted them in breach of the Financial Services and Markets ⁠Act. ...Less

Some religious investors in key markets like Pakistan, India, and the UAE dumped their entire holdings ov ...More

Some religious investors in key markets like Pakistan, India, and the UAE dumped their entire holdings over the past 48 hours, founders and analysts told ET. Other markets like Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and Malaysia are also likely to see an impact in the coming days, founders said. ...Less

The 2026 FIFA World Cup became the largest prediction market event, generating over $5.4 billion in tradi ...More

The 2026 FIFA World Cup became the largest prediction market event, generating over $5.4 billion in trading volume. Expanded participation, lower-cost markets and AI-driven innovations are accelerating adoption, with annual sports prediction market volumes projected to reach up to $923 billion by 2030. ...Less

Billions of dollars have flowed into instruments dubbed "pre-IPO perpetual futures", which have no direct ...More

Billions of dollars have flowed into instruments dubbed "pre-IPO perpetual futures", which have no direct link to the underlying shares but are priced with reference to SpaceX's latest disclosed pre-IPO valuation. ...Less

A prominent Pakistani Islamic cleric has issued a fatwa declaring cryptocurrency trading haram under Shar ...More

A prominent Pakistani Islamic cleric has issued a fatwa declaring cryptocurrency trading haram under Sharia law. Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani, whose AAOIFI rulings guide over 200 Islamic financial institutions globally, said cryptocurrencies do not qualify as wealth or property under Islamic law. ...Less

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, said it had applied for authorisation to ...More

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, said it had applied for authorisation to operate under the EU's crypto assets regulation MiCA in Greece, but told clients that it has now withdrawn that application and would apply in another EU country. ...Less

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said Thursday it will suspend services in several European countries from ...More

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said Thursday it will suspend services in several European countries from next week as it has been unable secure regulatory approval to operate in the European Union. Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, said it had applied for authorisation to operate under the EU's crypto assets regulation MiCA in Greece, but told clients that it has now withdrawn that application and would apply in another EU country. ...Less

Binance is revolutionizing investing by consolidating crypto, stocks, and commodities into a single platf ...More

Binance is revolutionizing investing by consolidating crypto, stocks, and commodities into a single platform, mirroring Asia's 'super app' model. This move, particularly impactful in emerging markets, offers unprecedented access to global equities and pre-IPO opportunities. Fractional ownership and stablecoin settlements are breaking down traditional barriers, making diversified portfolios accessible via smartphones and promising to channel trillions into equity markets. ...Less

Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, is now requiring Indian users to provide more details for e ...More

Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, is now requiring Indian users to provide more details for every crypto deposit and withdrawal. This move aims to enhance transaction traceability and address concerns from regulators about potential misuse of virtual digital assets for circumventing foreign exchange rules. The new procedures, effective June 22, 2026, demand information on both originators and beneficiaries, creating a clearer audit trail for cross-border crypto flows. ...Less

Binance said earlier that it was aware that Anjarwalla, who is the company's regional manager for Africa, ...More

Binance said earlier that it was aware that Anjarwalla, who is the company's regional manager for Africa, was no longer under Nigerian custody and that the company was working with authorities to resolve the issue. ...Less

Binance was founded in Shanghai in 2017, but later moved to Tokyo and then Malta. While its holding compa ...More

Binance was founded in Shanghai in 2017, but later moved to Tokyo and then Malta. While its holding company is based in the Cayman Islands, Binance says it does not have a headquarters and has declined to state the location of its main Binance.com exchange. ...Less

“It's very clear now that to run a centralised exchange, you need a centralised, legal entity structure b ...More

“It's very clear now that to run a centralised exchange, you need a centralised, legal entity structure behind it,” Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao says amid intensifying regulatory scrutiny for the world’s largest crypto exchange. ...Less

Binance developers in China maintained the software code that supported Binance.US users' digital wallets ...More

Binance developers in China maintained the software code that supported Binance.US users' digital wallets, potentially giving Binance access to U.S. customer data ...Less

Binance suspended deposits and withdrawals earlier on Friday due to a "bug on a trailing stop order," Chi ...More

Binance suspended deposits and withdrawals earlier on Friday due to a "bug on a trailing stop order," Chief Executive Changpeng Zhao said in a tweet, adding that the pause in deposits and withdrawals was a standard operating procedure. ...Less

One of the sources, a person with direct knowledge of Binance's group finances, said the sums ran into bi ...More

One of the sources, a person with direct knowledge of Binance's group finances, said the sums ran into billions of dollars and commingling happened almost daily in accounts the exchange held at US lender Silvergate Bank. ...Less

The US Justice Department is seeking more than $4 billion from Binance Holdings Ltd. as part of a propose ...More

The US Justice Department is seeking more than $4 billion from Binance Holdings Ltd. as part of a proposed resolution of a years-long investigation, Bloomberg News reported. Negotiations between the Justice Department and Binance include the possibility that its founder Changpeng Zhao would face criminal charges in the US under an agreement to resolve the probe into alleged money laundering, bank fraud and sanctions violations, according to people familiar with the discussions. ...Less

The Binance.US account was registered under the name of BAM Trading, the U.S. exchange's operating compan ...More

The Binance.US account was registered under the name of BAM Trading, the U.S. exchange's operating company, according to the records. Company messages show the transfers to Merit Peak began in late 2020. ...Less

US lender Silvergate Bank authorized the executive, Guangying Chen, a close associate of Binance CEO Chan ...More

US lender Silvergate Bank authorized the executive, Guangying Chen, a close associate of Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, to operate the accounts in 2019 and 2020, according to records from those years. This allowed Chen and her deputies to move funds held in the bank accounts. Employees at the affiliate, Binance.US, had to ask Chen's team to process payments, even to cover the firm's payroll, company messages show. ...Less

Senior Binance management controlled five bank accounts belonging to its US affiliate, Binance.US. Accord ...More

Senior Binance management controlled five bank accounts belonging to its US affiliate, Binance.US. According to bank records from 2019 and 2020, Binance's Guangying Chen, a close associate of CEO Changpeng Zhao, was the operator for the accounts, including one holding American customers' funds. Binance.US employees had to ask Chen's team to process payments, including the firm's payroll. Despite Binance.US maintaining that it has always operated independently, the bank records and messages show that Binance maintained tight control over its US business's finances. Binance and Silvergate, which was wound down in March, did not comment. ...Less

U.S. regulators last month sued the crypto exchange and its CEO Changpeng Zhao for allegedly operating a ...More

U.S. regulators last month sued the crypto exchange and its CEO Changpeng Zhao for allegedly operating a "web of deception." Binance has said it would defend itself "vigorously." ...Less

Catherine Coley, who launched Binance.US in 2019 and left suddenly two years later, is being advised by J ...More

Catherine Coley, who launched Binance.US in 2019 and left suddenly two years later, is being advised by James McDonald, now a partner at New York law firm Sullivan & Cromwell ...Less

In its 13 charges, the SEC alleged that Binance and Zhao used Merit Peak and Sigma Chain, another trading ...More

In its 13 charges, the SEC alleged that Binance and Zhao used Merit Peak and Sigma Chain, another trading firm controlled by Zhao, to commingle corporate funds with client assets and use the monies "as they please." ...Less

Binance, Binance.US and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a deal to ensure that only ...More

Binance, Binance.US and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a deal to ensure that only Binance.US employees could access customer funds, CoinDesk said on Saturday. ...Less

The fund, which plans to invest upwards of $100,000 per startup, promises to open up direct access to Bin ...More

The fund, which plans to invest upwards of $100,000 per startup, promises to open up direct access to Binance’s global blockchain ecosystem to India’s entrepreneurial community. ...Less

The December 2020 request, which has not been previously reported, was part of a Justice Department inves ...More

The December 2020 request, which has not been previously reported, was part of a Justice Department investigation into Binance's compliance with US financial crime laws that remains ongoing, four people familiar with the inquiry said. ...Less

Binance has been informed by its partner for sterling transfers, Paysafe, that it would halt its services ...More

Binance has been informed by its partner for sterling transfers, Paysafe, that it would halt its services from May 22, the spokesperson said, impacting all Binance customers. ...Less

Binance customers said on Tuesday they were unable to deposit or withdraw sterling from the platform, day ...More

Binance customers said on Tuesday they were unable to deposit or withdraw sterling from the platform, days after regulators in Britain cracked down on some of its activities in the country. ...Less

The exchange said it dealt with net outflows of around $6 billion over 72 hours last week "without breaki ...More

The exchange said it dealt with net outflows of around $6 billion over 72 hours last week "without breaking stride" because its finances are solid and "we take our responsibility as a custodian seriously." After the collapse of rival exchange FTX last month, Binance's founder Changpeng Zhao promised his company would "lead by example" in embracing transparency. ...Less

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has not sold either bitcoin or Binance Coin, its native token, the compan ...More

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has not sold either bitcoin or Binance Coin, its native token, the company's CEO Changpeng Zhao tweeted on Tuesday. Last week, Binance was sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which listed 13 charges against the company, Zhao and the operator of its purportedly independent U.S. exchange. ...Less

The SEC also claimed that Binance and Zhao, its billionaire founder and one of the crypto industry's high ...More

The SEC also claimed that Binance and Zhao, its billionaire founder and one of the crypto industry's highest-profile moguls, secretly controlled customers' assets, allowing them to commingle and divert investor funds "as they please." ...Less

The agreement, disclosed in court papers filed late on Friday, still requires the approval of the federal ...More

The agreement, disclosed in court papers filed late on Friday, still requires the approval of the federal judge overseeing the litigation. To make certain that U.S. customer assets do not go offshore, the agreement allows only Binance.US employees access to these assets. ...Less

Earlier this month, Nigeria's markets regulator ordered Binance to halt its operations in the country, sa ...More

Earlier this month, Nigeria's markets regulator ordered Binance to halt its operations in the country, saying local unit "Binance Nigeria Limited" that courted Nigerian investors through a website was not registered or regulated, making it illegal. ...Less

Teng was quickly appointed CEO this week after Binance's founder Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty to breakin ...More

Teng was quickly appointed CEO this week after Binance's founder Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty to breaking US anti-money laundering laws, part of a $4.3 billion deal to resolve a years-long US investigation. ...Less

"MAS has reviewed Binance.com's operations and is of the view that Binance, the operator of Binance.com, ...More

"MAS has reviewed Binance.com's operations and is of the view that Binance, the operator of Binance.com, may be in breach of the Payment Services Act," the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said in a statement. ...Less

In the past week, the clampdown has taken its toll. The international exchange experienced a net outflow ...More

In the past week, the clampdown has taken its toll. The international exchange experienced a net outflow of $1.9 billion in assets, according to data estimates from Nansen. The crackdown on Binance stablecoin BUSD, issued by Paxos, has sparked $2.3 billion in redemptions of the tokens from Monday to Thursday ...Less

Binance, whose dominance of crypto was cemented by the bankruptcy of rival exchange FTX, last week tweete ...More

Binance, whose dominance of crypto was cemented by the bankruptcy of rival exchange FTX, last week tweeted a so-called proof-of-reserves report by audit firm Mazars. ...Less

Binance, whose dominance of crypto was cemented by the bankruptcy of rival exchange FTX, last week tweete ...More

Binance, whose dominance of crypto was cemented by the bankruptcy of rival exchange FTX, last week tweeted a so-called proof-of-reserves report by audit firm Mazars. The report showed its holdings of bitcoin exceeded customer deposits on a single day in November. ...Less

The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) is seeking over $4 billion from Binance as part of a proposed resolutio ...More

The U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) is seeking over $4 billion from Binance as part of a proposed resolution of its probe, Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the discussions ...Less

The crypto exchange will be changing the provider for euro deposits and withdrawals through the Single Eu ...More

The crypto exchange will be changing the provider for euro deposits and withdrawals through the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), while the current partner - Paysafe - will no longer be providing these services to Binance users, the report said. ...Less

Britain's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said last week Binance's UK arm cannot conduct any regulated ...More

Britain's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said last week Binance's UK arm cannot conduct any regulated activity, without saying why it took the action. Crypto trading is generally unregulated in Britain, though some activities such as offering crypto derivatives do require permission. ...Less

Binance.US has announced that it will be halting dollar deposits as its banking partners prepare to put a ...More

Binance.US has announced that it will be halting dollar deposits as its banking partners prepare to put a freeze on all dollar withdrawal channels due to the US SEC's lawsuit against the parent company Binance. Meanwhile, Robinhood has delisted three crypto tokens identified by the SEC as securities in its lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase. These actions raise questions about whether Binance.US can survive the lawsuit. Binance has denied the charges, but it could not deny the SEC's assertion of jurisdiction over most tokens, potentially putting many other crypto exchanges in the firing line. ...Less

The U.S. affiliate of crypto giant Binance has carried out a round of layoffs since regulators last week ...More

The U.S. affiliate of crypto giant Binance has carried out a round of layoffs since regulators last week charged it with violating securities laws and sought to freeze its assets, said two people with knowledge of the dismissals and employees' social media posts. ...Less

Binance.US has reportedly laid off employees in its legal, compliance and risk departments following last ...More

Binance.US has reportedly laid off employees in its legal, compliance and risk departments following last week's SEC charges, according to sources. One informant said that around 50 people were dismissed, but the exact figure remains unverified. The SEC accused Binance.US and its CEO of violating securities laws by misleading investors. It has also sought to freeze Binance.US' assets of over $2.2bn, citing concerns that they might move offshore. Two Binance.US employees on LinkedIn referred to a "round of layoffs". Binance says it will defend itself. ...Less

Users were led to believe funds deposited in WazirX were managed by Binance but this is not the case, say ...More

Users were led to believe funds deposited in WazirX were managed by Binance but this is not the case, says a spokesperson, adding Binance is ending off-chain fund transfers with WazirX. ...Less

The Binance unit, called BV Investment Management, pulled the application with Abu Dhabi's financial regu ...More

The Binance unit, called BV Investment Management, pulled the application with Abu Dhabi's financial regulator, a spokesperson for Binance said on Thursday. ...Less

The Iranian trading on Binance could draw interest from U.S. regulators, seven lawyers and sanctions expe ...More

The Iranian trading on Binance could draw interest from U.S. regulators, seven lawyers and sanctions experts told Reuters. ...Less

A U.S. judge has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to find a resolution with cryptocurre ...More

A U.S. judge has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to find a resolution with cryptocurrency exchange Binance to allow it to operate in the country as it fights a civil fraud lawsuit from the regulator. The SEC has charged Binance and its US affiliate with mishandling customers’ deposits and lying to regulators. The regulator also sought to freeze the company’s US assets, which Binance said would close it down in the country. A victory for the SEC against Binance could force the company out of the US altogether, accelerating a growing exodus of companies from the country. ...Less

Last week, the SEC charged Binance and its US affiliate with mishandling customers' deposits and lying to ...More

Last week, the SEC charged Binance and its US affiliate with mishandling customers' deposits and lying to regulators. It also sought to freeze the company's US assets, a move that Binance claimed would force it to shut down in the United States. ...Less

The firm behind Binance's stablecoin, Paxos Trust Company, said the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissi ...More

The firm behind Binance's stablecoin, Paxos Trust Company, said the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has told the company it should have registered the product as a security and is considering taking action against the platform. ...Less

Binance and Zhao were also sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in June for allegedl ...More

Binance and Zhao were also sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in June for allegedly operating a "web of deception," listing 13 charges against Binance, Zhao and the operator of its purportedly independent U.S. exchange. ...Less

The CFTC in March sued Binance, the world's biggest crypto exchange, and Zhao for operating what the regu ...More

The CFTC in March sued Binance, the world's biggest crypto exchange, and Zhao for operating what the regulator alleged was an "illegal" exchange and a "sham" compliance program. ...Less

Binance had said it had acquired WazirX back in 2019 ...More

Binance had said it had acquired WazirX back in 2019 ...Less

Binance has come under pressure from regulators around the world. The US Securities and Exchange Commissi ...More

Binance has come under pressure from regulators around the world. The US Securities and Exchange Commission this month sued Binance and its CEO Changpeng Zhao over what the regulator called a "web of deception" to evade U.S. laws. Binance denies the charges. ...Less

Bitcoin prices nosedived on Saturday after leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance reportedly laid off ro ...More

Bitcoin prices nosedived on Saturday after leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance reportedly laid off roughly 1,000 workers, and the layoffs could continue. ...Less

Binance has applied to deregister its Cyprus unit from the country's register of crypto asset service pro ...More

Binance has applied to deregister its Cyprus unit from the country's register of crypto asset service providers. The exchange intends to focus on its activities in larger European markets such as France, Spain and Italy ahead of the implementation of the EU's crypto asset regulations (MiCA), according to a spokesperson. An official from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) said Binance never launched its business in the country. Binance has previously stated that the registration allowed it to offer spot trading, custody and other services in compliance with Cyprus AML and CTF rules. ...Less

The former US banking regulator and crypto enthusiast is resigning at a time when regulators in Hong Kong ...More

The former US banking regulator and crypto enthusiast is resigning at a time when regulators in Hong Kong, Britain, Germany, Japan, Italy and Thailand have cracked down on Binance due to worries over investor protection. Watchdogs globally also fret that the boom in cryptocurrencies is aiding money laundering and increasing systemic risks. ...Less

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Wiles approved Voyager's restructuring plan, which is built around the Bina ...More

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Michael Wiles approved Voyager's restructuring plan, which is built around the Binance.US acquisition, at a hearing in New York. ...Less

The government has rejected Binance’s plea to be allowed to resume operations in India in the interim sin ...More

The government has rejected Binance’s plea to be allowed to resume operations in India in the interim since it is not yet ready to comply with the PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act) guidelines. ...Less

Binance will have no ongoing revenue split from the sale, nor does it maintain any option to buy back sha ...More

Binance will have no ongoing revenue split from the sale, nor does it maintain any option to buy back shares in the business, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange said in a statement. ...Less

"Binance is not entirely out of the woods. The ongoing civil lawsuit with the SEC remains a concern for t ...More

"Binance is not entirely out of the woods. The ongoing civil lawsuit with the SEC remains a concern for the exchange, which (is) likely to result in further fines," wrote Robert Le, a crypto analyst at data firm PitchBook. ...Less

In as little as nine minutes, using only encrypted email addresses as identification, the Lazarus hackers ...More

In as little as nine minutes, using only encrypted email addresses as identification, the Lazarus hackers created Binance accounts and traded crypto stolen from Eterbase, the Slovakian exchange, according to account records that Binance shared with the police and that are reported here for the first time. ...Less

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, pleaded guilty ...More

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, pleaded guilty to money laundering violations, the government said Tuesday, a stunning blow to the most powerful and influential figure in the global crypto industry. ...Less

Binance Markets "must not, without the prior written consent of the FCA, carry out any regulated activiti ...More

Binance Markets "must not, without the prior written consent of the FCA, carry out any regulated activities...with immediate effect", the UK's Financial Conduct Authority says in a June 25 notice. ...Less

Investors have pulled around $780 million from crypto exchange Binance in the last 24 hours, data firm Na ...More

Investors have pulled around $780 million from crypto exchange Binance in the last 24 hours, data firm Nansen said on Tuesday, a day after the world's biggest crypto exchange was sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. ...Less

US District Judge Jennifer Rearden in Manhattan ruled Monday that the sale should be put on hold, overrul ...More

US District Judge Jennifer Rearden in Manhattan ruled Monday that the sale should be put on hold, overruling Voyager's argument that a delay could cause Binance.US to back out of the deal entirely. ...Less

The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) has been conducting a "targeted review" of Bin ...More

The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) has been conducting a "targeted review" of Binance, first confirmed in February, when Binance said it had misclassified some retail investors as wholesale. ...Less

Paxos Trust Company, which issues Binance USD, said on Feb. 13 that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Comm ...More

Paxos Trust Company, which issues Binance USD, said on Feb. 13 that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had told the company it should have registered the product as a security and is considering taking action against the platform. ...Less

Swapping USDC Coin with two other crypto tokens - Paxos Standard and Binance USD - requires using traditi ...More

Swapping USDC Coin with two other crypto tokens - Paxos Standard and Binance USD - requires using traditional dollars at a bank in New York, Zhao added. "The banks are not open for another few hours. We expect the situation will be restored when the banks open." ...Less

Changpeng Zhao, Binance's founder and CEO, has hired white-collar defense lawyers at law firm Latham & Wa ...More

Changpeng Zhao, Binance's founder and CEO, has hired white-collar defense lawyers at law firm Latham & Watkins to represent him personally, as he and his company face a tightening legal net. ...Less

Binance has received a landmark authorisation from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority, granti ...More

Binance has received a landmark authorisation from ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority, granting full regulatory approval for its global platform via three licensed entities. The approval strengthens Binance’s compliance framework, expands its global reach, and reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading hub for digital-asset innovation. Operations under the new licences begin on 5 January 2026. ...Less

Binance will swap 750 million Tether-Tron pairs for Tether-Ether to bolster the liquidity of the stableco ...More

Binance will swap 750 million Tether-Tron pairs for Tether-Ether to bolster the liquidity of the stablecoin. The move follows the SEC's lawsuit against the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, alleging that it inflated trading volumes, put funds in high-risk ventures, and failed to properly register its products. The swap will be direct with the Tether team, and help mitigate losses from the recent regulatory scrutiny. Binance will also cease dollar withdrawal channels by June 13 after the SEC requested a court to freeze its holdings. ...Less

The move comes amid renewed regulatory scrutiny at the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange and will h ...More

The move comes amid renewed regulatory scrutiny at the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange and will help cushion some of the fallout from recent blows, including Binance being sued by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. ...Less

Binance US said the move was the result of a periodic review and that factors it regularly considers can ...More

Binance US said the move was the result of a periodic review and that factors it regularly considers can include trading volume and liquidity, changes in a token's risk profile or evidence of fraud or unethical conduct, among others. ...Less

This follows Binance's decision last week to not let WazirX use its wallet services. ...More

This follows Binance's decision last week to not let WazirX use its wallet services. ...Less

Crypto projects seeking to list tokens on Binance must now agree to a significantly longer so-called “cli ...More

Crypto projects seeking to list tokens on Binance must now agree to a significantly longer so-called “cliff period” during which no coins can be sold, set aside more coins for market makers and make a security deposit, said people with knowledge of the matter, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information ...Less

“Binance does not own any shares in Zanmai Labs, the entity operating WazirX and established by the origi ...More

“Binance does not own any shares in Zanmai Labs, the entity operating WazirX and established by the original founders,” founder and chief executive Changpeng Zhao told ET in response to queries about the ED probe. ...Less

The derivatives regulator said Binance shirked its obligations by not properly registering with it. ...More

The derivatives regulator said Binance shirked its obligations by not properly registering with it. ...Less

In early June, Binance.US had halted dollar deposits, after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SE ...More

In early June, Binance.US had halted dollar deposits, after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked a court to freeze its assets. ...Less

In early June, Binance.US had halted dollar deposits, after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SE ...More

In early June, Binance.US had halted dollar deposits, after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked a court to freeze its assets. ...Less

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued Binance and CEO Changpeng Zhao in June for allegedly op ...More

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued Binance and CEO Changpeng Zhao in June for allegedly operating a "web of decep.tion," listing 13 charges ...Less

Binance said in a statement the new entity ensures that the company can comply "with its regulatory oblig ...More

Binance said in a statement the new entity ensures that the company can comply "with its regulatory obligations and can continue to provide services to Belgian users". ...Less

Earlier this month, the Binance unit said some customers in Australia will not be able to deposit or with ...More

Earlier this month, the Binance unit said some customers in Australia will not be able to deposit or withdraw money after a third-party service provider cut off its service. ...Less