SEC’s Lawsuit Against Binance Strikes at Heart of Ailing Crypto Sector
- Action against the largest crypto platform stirs bout of angst
- Matrixport says digital-asset trading volumes may drop further
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit against crypto exchange Binance and its head Changpeng Zhao injects fresh uncertainty into a sector that’s struggling to maintain mainstream relevance.
The SEC accused Binance Holdings Ltd. and Zhao of mishandling customer funds, misleading investors and regulators, and breaking securities rules. The action adds to the regulatory heat on the largest digital-asset trading platform. It’s also another black eye for crypto after a rout in 2022 that contributed to rival FTX’s downfall amid a flurry of fraud allegations.