Binance Denies Iran Sanctions Breach After Internal Review

Published at 2026-02-16 11:30:12

Binance issued a formal denial of recent allegations that it breached Iran sanctions or dismissed internal investigators, saying an internal review conducted with outside legal counsel found no sanctions violations. The exchange emphasized it continues to operate under the oversight of appointed monitors and maintains adherence to regulatory requirements, seeking to rebut claims that would suggest systemic compliance failures.

The statement matters because Binance remains under intense global scrutiny; any confirmed sanctions breach could trigger fines, restricted access to banking rails, or further enforcement actions. By publicly sharing the review outcome and reaffirming cooperation with monitors, Binance aims to reassure users, partners and regulators, but the episode underscores persistent regulatory risks for large crypto platforms as authorities keep investigating cross-border compliance practices.

Share on:

Related news

Honduran Bitcoin Zone Prospera Hit by Court Ruling That Voids ZEDE Law

Prospera, a Honduran ZEDE that recognized bitcoin as legal tender, faces an uncertain future after the country’s highest court declared the ZEDE legal framework unconstitutional. The decision directly threatens Prospera’s legal basis and raises questions for residents, investors and bitcoin adoption in Honduras.

Published at 2026-02-16 11:45:16
OKX Secures Malta Payments License to Expand Stablecoin and Crypto Card Services

OKX has been granted a Payments Institution license in Malta, aligning the exchange with new EU regulatory requirements coming into force in March 2026. The approval paves the way for wider stablecoin use and expansion of crypto-linked card services across the region.

IMF: Stablecoins Are Integrating with the Dollar System, Not Replacing Banks

The IMF finds stablecoins are increasingly integrating with the U.S. dollar financial plumbing rather than displacing traditional banks, tying crypto payments into existing dollar-based networks. This shift raises fresh regulatory and systemic considerations for policymakers and banks.

Published at 2026-02-16 04:30:17
Hong Kong Unveils Crypto Growth Drive and Stablecoin Licensing

On Feb. 15, 2026 Hong Kong announced a new package of crypto regulations and a stablecoin licensing framework designed to bolster the city's digital-asset sector and attract business.

Published at 2026-02-16 00:30:13
Apollo Expands Crypto Bet, Eyes Up to 90M Morpho Tokens to Back DeFi Credit

Apollo, the asset manager with more than $900 billion in assets under management, may buy up to 90 million MORPHO tokens as part of a partnership to support the DeFi credit market. The move marks another large institutional signal into decentralized lending.

Published at 2026-02-15 21:15:13