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DoJ Wants Binance to Stop Seeking Praise for Curbing Cybercrime 

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Updated by Ryan James
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In Brief

  • The U.S. Department of Justice has hit back at Binance’s requests for approval.
  • The department has told other agencies to also stop sending letters to the exchange.
  • Binance has been using the notes of appreciation to assist the exchange in its battle against global regulators.
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has responded to Binance regarding requests for approval for foiling criminal activity by saying “No Thanks.”

The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange has been reaching out to agencies across the globe, seeking praise for its efforts in cutting down on criminal activity linked to cryptocurrencies. However, the DoJ has not been amused by the requests. 

The crypto exchange has faced mounting pressure globally for its lack of regulation in multiple countries. However, the exchange has been pivotal in curbing criminal activity through its exchange. Something that the exchange has been actively promoting during recent times.

The request from Binance to agencies, to acknowledge the crypto exchanges efforts in assisting with clamping down on criminal activity, has frustrated the DoJ. So much so, that the agency has requested the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Secret Service, Internal Revenue Service and others demanding agents stop signing the letters. 

Binance obligated to assist 

According to the DoJ, Binance is bound by law to assist with criminal investigations. Therefore, notes of appreciation should not be required from any department, according to internal communications. 

While the DoJ declined to comment on this, a Binance spokesperson stated, “We engage with regulators and law enforcement in a collaborative fashion to combat cybercrime as part of our ongoing effort to help make the industry a better place, the letters we’ve received acknowledging our assistance speak for themselves.”

A Former enforcement official with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ken Joseph, finds the requests unusual, as firms do not normally seek affirmation from authorities. Joseph stated, “My sense is the fact that you show up with a letter of commendation is likely to have no impact on whether the government continues its investigation.”

Countries clamping down on Binance 

The letters of commendation are likely being used to prove Binance is doing everything in its power to assist government bodies in curbing crypto crimes. However, that has not stopped several countries from taking action against the exchange. 

Japan’s Financial Services Agency has warned Binance for operating in the country without a proper license. At the same time, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has warned consumers against using Binance, mostly because it does not hold a license to operate in the UK. Furthermore, Due to increased scrutiny around the world, Binance has now come under review by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The Thailand SEC has taken it one step further by filing a criminal complaint against the exchange. 

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Ryan Boltman is a dynamic and experienced professional with a rich background in marketing management, business development, and cryptocurrency journalism. With a BCOM in Marketing Management from the University of South Africa and an Honors in Business Management, Ryan has honed his expertise across multiple countries including South Africa, the USA, and the Netherlands. His career includes significant roles in customer success, sales management, and content creation within the blockchain...
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