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Binance Faces Possible EU Ban as Licensing Bid Nears Rejection

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100% centerFirst reported by Mako · Jun 18, 2026
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What happened

Reuters reported that Binance is likely to lose its authorization to serve customers across the EU after its licensing bid is expected to be rejected. If confirmed, the move would block the crypto exchange from operating across the bloc starting in July and could affect millions of European users.

  • 01Reuters says Binance’s EU license application is expected to be rejected.
  • 02A rejection would block the exchange from operating across the EU from July.
  • 03MiCA requires crypto firms to secure a eurozone license by the end of June.
  • 04Binance filed its application with the Greek regulator.
  • 05The company said it will try to minimize harm to users.

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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Binance Faces Possible EU Ban as Licensing Bid Nears Rejection
N12Center · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Binance Faces Possible EU Ban as License Bid Nears Rejection

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