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Wednesday, 17 June 2026
[87218] Binance's Future in the EU: Denials vs. Regulatory Assessments
Binance's Future in the European Market: Current Status
The world's largest crypto exchange, Binance, is at the center of conflicting reports regarding the future of its operations in the European market. While sources in the economic media warn of the danger of closure, the company was quick to reassure users.
Reports of Concern Over License Revocation
According to a report by Бізнес Цензор (a channel associated with critical economic and political coverage), the exchange faces a significant risk of losing its operating permit within the European Union. According to the source, a quote from Reuters cited in Бізнес Цензор: "Binance's application will be rejected," which would lead to the company being unable to continue operating in the Union starting in July. The UA Stream channel added that the Greek regulator may be a decisive factor in blocking the license for the entire Union.
Binance's Response
On the other hand, the Лачен пише channel (a channel with a distinct pro-Ukrainian orientation) reports that according to the company's statement, Binance "remains committed to its European users and will continue to operate in accordance with applicable legislation." The company dismissed rumors of a forced exit due to license loss and promised to provide further official updates on June 30.
The debate stems from the new European Union rules, which require crypto companies to hold an appropriate license by the end of June. While Binance claims they have been working with regulators in "constructive cooperation" over the last 18 months, the market is awaiting the final decision in two weeks.