SEC launches investigation against Binance’s BNB token

    The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly investigating whether Binance’s BNB token was a security during its sale in 2017. In recent months, Binance has faced scrutiny from a variety of US regulators. As Bloomberg reported on Monday, the SEC has launched a probe into the BNB token. The US securities regulator is…

    Majid Al Futtaim partners with Binance for crypto payments and Web3 capabilities

    Majid Al Futtaim (MAF), a UAE-based shopping conglomerate, has partnered with crypto exchange and blockchain infrastructure provider Binance, that will provide MAF to harness Web3 technologies to future-proof its business. The deal will allow customers to purchase with crypto at MAF’s businesses. Even with the latest decline in the crypto market, blockchain technology is rapidly…

    Binance launches a $500 million crypto investment fund for Web3 startups

    In collaboration with global investors, Binance Labs, the investment arm of Binance, has unveiled a $500 million fund to invest in crypto and Web3 startups at various phases of development. The move is representing the growing optimistic attitude to crypto investments despite the market decline last few weeks. Binance Labs said in a statement that…

    Dubai hotel now allows crypto payment via Binance’s gateway

    Following Binance’s launch of a crypto-to-crypto payment gateway for hotels, the Manor by JA, located at Al Furjan, will allow guests to pay using cryptocurrency, according to a statement. Now, the gateway is accessible through The Manor’s official website with strict security measures to protect customers. Payments are facilitated by cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The crypto-to-crypto…

    Binance gets full operation license in Bahrain

    The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) has granted Binance, the largest global crypto exchange, a Category 4 license to operate as a crypto-asset service provider (CASP). The license allows it to offer a full-suite of crypto exchange services in Bahrain. Meanwhile, Binance will also be aiding Kazakhstan in the creation of a regional blockchain hub….

    Binance CEO: Cryptocurrencies are terrible to escape sanctions

    Binance CEO, Chengpeng Zhao, said cryptocurrencies are “terrible for avoiding sanctions.” He also noted the reason: “It is traceable.” He also explained how they lack the ability to freeze all Russian users’ assets. Chengpeng “CZ” Zhao, CEO of the biggest crypto exchange Binance, believes that cryptocurrencies are terrible for evading sanctions. This comment comes amid…