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Binance Australia Raided By Regulator In Dramatic Twist Of Events

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In a stunning turn of events, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) stormed the offices of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, as part of an ongoing investigation into the company’s defunct local derivatives business. This latest development adds to the mounting pressure, which has been embroiled in a series of regulatory challenges around the globe.

The raid, which took place on Tuesday, marks a significant escalation in ASIC’s efforts to scrutinize Binance’s operations. While the specifics of the search remain shrouded in secrecy, insiders familiar with the matter revealed that ASIC’s investigation revolves around Binance Australia’s classification of retail and wholesale clients.

The company previously admitted to wrongly categorizing certain Australian users as wholesale investors and subsequently closed their derivatives positions. A spokesperson for ASIC, which in April canceled Binance Australia’s license, explained “we are unable to confirm or deny any operational detail such as possible searches” and added that the regulator’s investigation “is ongoing.”

Related Reading: Binance’s European Banking Partner, Paysafe, To Withdraw Support On September 25

Trouble Continues For Binance Worldwide

Binance has been grappling with a slew of regulatory troubles, and this recent raid underscores the deepening woes faced by the exchange. Just a few weeks ago, French authorities descended upon Binance’s offices in France, launching a probe into alleged illegal activities and money laundering. While the exchange maintains its adherence to all laws in France and other jurisdictions, the mounting scrutiny has left the exchange on the defensive.

Across the pond, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) dealt a heavy blow to Binance when it accused the exchange and its founder, Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, of a range of violations, including mishandling customer funds, misleading investors and regulators, and violating securities rules. Binance fiercely contested these allegations, vowing to vigorously defend its platform against the SEC’s assault.

Amidst this flurry of legal battles and regulatory investigations, the worlds largest crypto exchange has seen its fair share of setbacks. Payments providers have severed ties with the exchange out of concern over potential regulatory repercussions. Additionally, the Australian platform of Binance has faced disruptions, as it has been cut off from a crucial local currency withdrawal route.

Related Reading: German Regulator Denies Binance’s Request For Crypto Custody License

In response to the raid, the exchange led by CZ issued a statement, emphasizing its cooperation with local authorities and commitment to meeting regulatory standards in Australia. The exchange “is focused on meeting local regulatory standards in order to serve our users in Australia in a fully compliant manner.”

As the drama surrounding Binance continues to unfold, the cryptocurrency community eagerly awaits the outcome of these investigations. Will the crypto exchange be able to weather the storm and restore its tarnished reputation? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the crypto landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with regulators tightening their grip on the industry’s biggest players while traditional finance is entering the space.

At press time, the BNB price remains under pressure after failing to break resistance at $253.

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BNB price stalls below resistance, 1-day chart | Source: BNBUSD on TradingView.com
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Jake Simmons has been a Bitcoin enthusiast since 2016. Ever since he heard about Bitcoin, he has been studying the topic every day and trying to share his knowledge with others. His goal is to contribute to Bitcoin's financial revolution, which will replace the fiat money system. Besides BTC and crypto, Jake studied Business Informatics at a university. After graduation in 2017, he has been working in the blockchain and crypto sector. You can follow Jake on Twitter at @realJakeSimmons.

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