In yet another withdrawal, Binance has officially announced that it is withdrawing its application for a license from the German financial regulator BaFin.
– Binance is pulling back from markets including Austria, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
– Binance’s U.S. arm is facing legal action for operating an unregistered exchange.
– Experts believe this is a calculated move by Binance to test regulatory waters.
– Binance claims to have withdrawn the BaFin application due to changes in the global market and regulatory landscape.
– Binance still plans to reapply for the appropriate licensing in Germany.
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– Previous reports suggested BaFin would reject Binance’s license application.
– Binance’s CEO, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, stated that France remains their flagship center in Europe.
– The upcoming European Union laws will allow crypto service providers to operate across the bloc with a single license.
– Binance has given up registration with Cyprus’ securities regulator and decided to exit the Netherlands.
– Binance has been ordered to halt operations in Belgium.
Hot Take
Despite facing challenges in various European markets, Binance remains hopeful and determined to expand its presence in Europe. By proactively withdrawing its license application and planning to reapply with updated information, Binance is showing a willingness to work with regulators and establish clear terms. The upcoming European Union laws may provide a more favorable regulatory environment for Binance’s expansion plans.