Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange platform, has recently announced the discontinuation of all services related to the Nigerian local fiat currency, Naira (NGN). This decision will have a significant impact on Nigerian users, as they will no longer be able to access services such as deposits, withdrawals, conversions, spot trading, P2P, Auto-invest, and Binance Pay.
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Recently, cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase encountered a recurring issue where some users were faced with an empty account balance. This problem arose on both March 4 and February 28, causing inconvenience to users and disrupting trading activities. The first incident on February 28 led to users experiencing zero balances in their accounts and an inability to
Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, is currently facing legal challenges in Nigeria following its settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. The House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes in Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to Binance CEO Richard Teng to appear before the committee by March 4. This summons
The Nigerian government has raised concerns about the operations of Binance in the country, accusing the exchange of profiting from illegal transactions and causing significant financial losses to the nation. Special adviser to the Nigerian president, Bayo Onanuga, has hinted at imposing fines of up to $10 billion on Binance as a form of retribution
The Chamber of Digital Commerce recently filed an amicus curiae defending crypto exchange Kraken in the lawsuit initiated by the US SEC. The Chamber’s purpose behind this amicus brief is to put an end to the SEC’s attempted regulation of the digital asset industry through enforcement without legislative authority. In a statement, the CDC emphasized
HTX, a cryptocurrency exchange formerly known as Huobi, has recently resubmitted its application for a Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP) license in Hong Kong. This move comes after the exchange withdrew its initial application without explanation, raising questions about its eligibility and compliance with regulatory requirements. According to the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) website,
The Hong Kong-based crypto exchange BitForex has recently faced a sudden and unexpected shutdown, leaving users with their funds stuck on the platform. The suspension of both the website and trading application on Feb 23 has caused a stir in the crypto community, with concerns rising about the exchange’s credibility. Questionable Trading Volumes BitForex boasted
Kraken, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has been at odds with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over allegations of operating unlawfully as an unregistered securities exchange. The SEC’s decision to sue Kraken following the firm’s advocacy for regulatory reform raises questions about the agency’s motives. By targeting Kraken for its political speech, the SEC
Bitcoin’s price has been a hot topic among enthusiasts, with the $52,000 mark being closely monitored. However, a closer look at Bitcoin’s liquidity reveals a more intricate picture beneath the surface. By analyzing data provided by Kaiko, it becomes apparent that the market’s stability relies on a delicate balance between buy and sell orders within
In response to the increasing scrutiny of global crypto regulations, Backpack Exchange, a crypto platform founded by former FTX executives, announced its expansion to 11 US states. This move signifies a strategic effort to establish a strong presence in the US market and comply with regulatory requirements. CEO Armani Ferrante expressed the company’s dedication to
The trend of declining exchange balances for Bitcoin has been evident since mid-March 2020, marking a significant shift in investor behavior. Initially, over 17% of Bitcoin’s total supply was held on exchanges, reaching a record high. However, this trend has continued through Bitcoin’s 2021 bull run and into 2024. According to CryptoSlate’s analysis of Glassnode
Coinbase’s non-US exchange achieved a significant milestone on February 20th as it saw over $1 billion in daily trading volume. This marks the first time that the exchange reached this impressive daily volume mark, indicating a strong and steady growth trajectory. Coinbase International Exchange reported that its perpetual futures trading alone surpassed $1 billion in
In a recent announcement, cryptocurrency exchange Binance revealed its plans to discontinue trading and subscription services for leveraged token offerings such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and its BNB Coin, effective Feb. 28. The exchange stated that it would delist these tokens and halt redemption by April 3, affecting tokens like BTCUP, BTCDOWN, ETHUP, ETHDOWN, BNBUP, and
Recently, US prosecutors filed a sentencing memo requesting approval of the plea deal entered into by Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ). This deal, made in November 2023, involves Binance admitting guilt to charges related to money laundering and sanctions violations. As a result, Binance is required to pay a hefty $4.3 billion