Binance seeks Malaysian licence after five years out of the country
According to Bloomberg News, Binance is in talks for a Malaysian licence after a five-year absence; Reuters has not verified the report.
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what happened
Bloomberg News reports that the crypto exchange Binance is in talks to obtain a licence in Malaysia, five years after it last operated there.
A note attached to the story says Reuters has not verified it and does not vouch for its accuracy.
why it matters
A Malaysian licence would let Binance return to one of Southeast Asia's notable crypto markets, which could affect trading volumes and competition among exchanges. Regulatory standing of major platforms also tends to shape sentiment toward crypto assets in the region.
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- Binance in talks for Malaysia license after five-year absence — Bloomberg News, 31 October 2026 at 10:58 UTC
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