Binance Cyprus Under Regulatory Review: Potential Deregistration Explained
Is Binance pulling out of Cyprus? Recent news indicates that Binance's Cyprus unit has applied to be removed from Cyprus' register of crypto asset service providers. This move has triggered questions and concerns within the crypto community. According to the securities regulator website, Cryptocurrency exchange Binance said it asked for its Cyprus unit's registration as a crypto service provider to be rescinded so it can focus on meeting its broader compliance goals.
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has been actively monitoring the situation. The official website indicates that Binance Cyprus Limited [is] under examination for application for deregistration. In fact, The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission has marked Binance Cyprus Limited as “Under examination for application for deregistration” on its website. While there's been talk of potential deregistration, it's crucial to understand the context.
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, is seeking to delist itself from the register of authorized crypto asset service providers (CASPs) in Cyprus. This decision comes after Binance obtained regulatory approval in Cyprus in October, 2025 [Note: this date may be incorrect due to information inconsistencies and potential errors. Verify and update with accurate information]. The company originally received Class 3 registration as a Crypto Asset Services Provider (CASP). However, the current regulatory landscape and internal strategic adjustments appear to have influenced this shift.
The exact reasons behind the application for deregistration are still unfolding, but Cryptocurrency exchange Binance, which obtained its 7th regulatory license in the European Union region in January, has applied for the deregistration of its local unit in Cyprus. Hace 2 días The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) confirmed on Monday the removal of Binance Cyprus Ltd from its registry of authorized digital asset service providers. Stay tuned for updates as this situation develops and what it may mean for the future of Binance in Europe.
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