India Fines Binance $2.25 Million for Anti-Money Laundering Violations
The world's largest crypto exchange is penalized for non-compliance with India's stringent financial regulations.
- India's Financial Intelligence Unit imposed the fine for Binance's failure to adhere to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
- Binance and other offshore exchanges were issued notices for operating in India without proper registration.
- The fine follows Binance's recent registration with India's FIU, conditional on compliance and penalty payment.
- Crypto leaders in India emphasize the importance of regulatory compliance for industry stability and user protection.
- Binance has faced similar regulatory actions in other countries, including the US and Canada.