Binance’s Compliance Approach Amid Nigerian Crypto Regulations
Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has imposed a price cap on Tether (USDT) tokens on its peer-to-peer platform in Nigeria to comply with local regulatory requirements.
The move comes amid Nigerian authorities’ efforts to regulate cryptocurrency trading and combat forex speculation.
Binance’s platform now enforces a maximum selling price of 1,802 Nigerian naira per USDT, causing traders to face restrictions. Some traders have shifted their activities to other exchanges for more freedom.
Binance has pledged to collaborate with Nigerian authorities to ensure adherence to local rules and regulations. This move aligns with Nigerian regulatory bodies’ efforts to combat forex speculation and stabilize the economy.
The Office of the National Security Adviser and the Central Bank of Nigeria have been working to curb speculative trading activities, which have contributed to the depreciation of the Nigerian naira and inflation.
(With inputs from Shikha Singh)
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