Cryptocurrency exchange Binance BNB/USD will suspend the trading of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies.
The firm's decision is in response to the demands of financial institutions and regulatory bodies in France, Poland, and Italy.
Among the affected tokens: Decred DCR/USD, Dash DASH/USD, Zcash ZEC/USD, Horizen ZEN/USD, Pivx PIVX/USD, Navcoin NAV/USD, Secret SCRT/USD, Verge XVG/USD, Firo FIRO/USD, BEAM BEAM/USD, Monero XMR/USD, and MobileCoin MOB/USD.
These cryptocurrencies are known for their privacy-enhancing features. They allow users to maintain transaction anonymity and protect certain account information.
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The move comes as regulators seek stricter measures to monitor and regulate cryptocurrencies, as well as combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and tax evasion.
Binance has pledged to support its users in complying with the new regulations by allowing sufficient time to safely withdraw assets after the trading of privacy-focused cryptocurrencies is halted.
As regulatory landscapes evolve, Binance aims to meet compliance requirements while prioritizing user safety and security.
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