Hamster Kombat, one of the world’s most successful Web3 games, has announced that Binance will list its HMSTR token and will include the project as the 58th initiative part of its Launchpool structure. Hamster Kombat’s team also stated that HMSTR would have a total supply of 100 billion tokens instead of the already announced 10 […]
Binance Kazakhstan received formal consent from the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) for a full regulatory license, marking a major step toward becoming Kazakhstan’s first fully regulated Digital Asset Trading Facility (DATF). The approval followed rigorous evaluations, including financial audits and ISO certifications. Once licensed, Binance will manage virtual assets, offer custody services, and conduct […]
Jailed Binance employee, Tigran Gambaryan, was denied the use of a wheelchair while entering court and had to use crutches, causing visible pain and distress. His lawyers filed a new bail application citing medical grounds and blocked access to him. The prosecution opposed the application, claiming Tigran was not ill despite medical records recommending urgent […]
Blockchain technology is set to transform the payments industry by tackling persistent issues in cross-border transactions. A detailed report by Binance Research suggests that incorporating blockchain into payment systems could substantially lower costs and speed up settlements, offering a new direction for global payments infrastructure. Blockchain Gains Momentum in the Payments Industry as Binance Highlights […]
The CEO of Binance has responded to allegations that the cryptocurrency exchange seized all funds from Palestinians at the request of the Israeli Defense Forces. Ray Youssef, CEO of Noones, criticized Binance, accusing it of yielding to external pressures and engaging in discriminatory practices. He called for a boycott of Binance and supported platforms that […]
Binance CEO Richard Teng has said that Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.S. federal agent working for Binance, has been unjustly detained in Nigeria for six months. Teng reiterated claims that Gambaryan’s physical and mental health has deteriorated significantly while in detention. The CEO criticized the Nigerian government’s justification for detaining Tigran as baseless. He also […]
Crypto exchange Binance plans to hire 1,000 new employees this year, primarily for compliance roles, as regulatory spending exceeds $ 200 million. CEO Richard Teng highlighted the company’s commitment to bolstering its compliance operations amid increased regulatory scrutiny and ongoing legal challenges. Binance to Expand Workforce With 1,000 New Hires Amid Regulatory Scrutiny Binance …
Crypto exchange Binance has launched its One Click Buy and Sell (OCBS) service in Africa, enabling users in Ghana, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia to buy and sell cryptocurrencies via mobile money accounts. This initiative aims to enhance financial inclusion, particularly for the unbanked and underbanked populations. Binance Expands Services in Africa, Boosting Crypto Accessibility Cryptocurrency […]
Crypto exchange Binance says it has protected over $ 2.4 billion from scams and fraudulent activities this year, safeguarding more than 1.2 million users worldwide. The exchange’s AI-driven and manual risk management system identified and blocked suspicious transactions, particularly during crypto withdrawals, where $ 1.1 billion in scam-related activities were thwarted, Binance explained. …
Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), are facing a revived class action lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington, Seattle. The lawsuit, filed by three cryptocurrency investors, alleges that Binance facilitated money laundering of stolen crypto assets, making them untraceable. The plaintiffs claim that their stolen crypto was […]
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America’s most relevant crypto and economic news from the past week. In this issue: El Salvador attracts $ 1.61 billion in investments for its economic overhaul plan, the Venezuelan government blocks Binance using a state-owned ISP, and the Paraguayan justice system convicts an individual for energy …
Binance has registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit. Binance CEO Richard Teng emphasized the importance of the Indian market and the crypto exchange’s dedication to providing secure and efficient services. With this registration, Indian users now have full access to Binance’s platform. Binance Now Fully Available for Indian Users Crypto exchange […]
Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, has settled an administrative procedure with the CVM, the securities regulator of Brazil. The exchange proposed to pay 9.6 million Brazilian reais (approximately $ 1.75 million) to resolve a case involving the irregular offering of derivatives, including futures contracts and options, dating back to …
Jailed Binance employee and an American citizen, Tigran Gambaryan, is reportedly experiencing severe health issues. Since a Nigerian court adjourned his hearing to October 11, his detention conditions have worsened, and his legal team has been blocked from visiting him, violating Nigerian regulations. Gambaryan requires specialized surgeries for a herniated disc and recurring throat infections. […]
Crypto exchange Binance has announced the conversion of several delisted tokens into stablecoin USDC. Users are advised to withdraw affected crypto tokens by Sept. 1, as they will no longer be accessible afterward. After this date, withdrawals of the delisted tokens will no longer be supported, and users will not be able to transfer them […]