Binance's Bold Pivot: Evading Regulators via Poland Entity

 Binance's Bold Pivot: Evading Regulators via Poland Entity 

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In response to an order from Belgium's regulatory authority to cease offering virtual currency services in the country, Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has established a new entity in Poland. This strategic move allows Binance to cater to clients in Belgium while adhering to regulatory obligations.

Binance, which was founded by Changpeng Zhao in Shanghai in 2017, has risen to prominence as a dominant player in the cryptocurrency industry. However, its significant growth has attracted close scrutiny from regulators who are determined to curb potential money-laundering activities.

Facing regulatory pressure, Binance encountered a legal challenge from U.S. authorities in June, who sued the crypto exchange and its founder Changpeng Zhao for allegedly engaging in deceptive practices. Binance has vehemently declared its intent to vigorously defend itself against these allegations.

Adding to the challenges, this month Mastercard announced its decision to terminate four cryptocurrency card partnerships with Binance in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Bahrain.