Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance says its exposure to sanctioned entities and high-risk jurisdictions has declined by approximately 97% since January 2024. The company stated that sanctions-related transactions now account for roughly 0.009% of its total exchange volume.
Binance Sanctions Compliance and Iran Exposure Reduction
According to figures shared by the exchange, direct exposure to four major Iranian trading platforms fell from $4.19 million in early 2024 to about $110,000 by January 2026. The company described this reduction as part of a broader effort to strengthen compliance controls and align with international regulatory standards.
The update follows a February report by Fortune, which cited anonymous sources alleging that Binance dismissed several investigators who had identified potential sanctions violations involving Iran. Binance publicly rejected the claims, stating that no employees were terminated for raising compliance concerns. Instead, the company said certain staff departures were linked to breaches of internal data protection and confidentiality policies.
Increased Investment in Crypto Regulatory Compliance
Binance emphasized that around 25% of its global workforce is dedicated to compliance-related roles and that it has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in regulatory programs. The exchange previously faced scrutiny in 2022 after a report by Reuters alleged continued Iranian user activity despite restrictions.
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