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Binance faces new allegations of EU law violations from French prosecutor

Binance logo and some coins
Allegations include money laundering, terrorist financing and tax fraud. Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange is facing multiple accusations.

French authorities have opened a new probe into Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, around allegations that it broke multiple EU laws between 2019 and 2024.

The latest investigation is said to be part of a broader investigation into Binance’s conduct which started in France in 2023. New allegations include money laundering,

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