Binance Expands Services in Brazil After Securing Key License

Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has received regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Brazil.

This marks Binance’s 21st global regulatory milestone, reinforcing its status as the most licensed cryptocurrency exchange globally.

Brazil Grants Binance its 21st Global Regulatory Authorization

According to Binance, the authorization allows the exchange to acquire Sim;paul, a licensed broker-dealer in Latin America’s largest economy. The licensed broker enables Binance to enhance its compliance and operational efficiency within Brazil’s growing regulatory market.  

Sim;paul is licensed to distribute securities and issue electronic money. This gives Binance a strategic foothold to expand its services while adhering to local regulations. Richard Teng, Binance CEO, highlighted Brazil’s critical role in the company’s global expansion strategy. Similarly, Guilherme Nazar, Binance’s Head of Latin America, emphasized the significance of this milestone.

“This achievement reflects our dedication to regulatory excellence and reinforces our ability to serve Brazil’s growing crypto community. We look forward to driving digital asset adoption and delivering value to our clients,” Nazar said.

Brazil ranks 10th in Chainalysis’ global crypto adoption index and has become a trailblazer in regulating digital assets. The Central Bank and the Brazilian IRS have proposed a dedicated regulatory framework that is currently open to public consultation.

Key legislative initiatives, such as those addressing asset segregation and stablecoins, are under discussion in Congress. This signals the country’s forward-looking approach to crypto regulation.

Therefore, Brazil’s regulatory approval positions Binance to tap into the country’s forward-looking crypto market. Brazil has already shown increasing adoption across various sectors, including taking the lead in the Solana ETF (exchange-traded fund) race.

Binance Gains Global Momentum in Compliance

The integration of Sim;paul’s licensed operations allows Binance to align with Brazil’s regulatory advancements while continuing its mission to provide secure and novel financial solutions globally. Meanwhile, Binance’s regulatory success in Brazil follows a series of global achievements.

Earlier in 2023, Binance secured registration in Argentina, marking its 20th global milestone. In India, Binance achieved its 19th milestone by obtaining regulatory clearance to operate within the country’s fast-growing crypto ecosystem. Additionally, Binance became the first exchange to receive a full regulatory license in Kazakhstan from the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA).

Binance’s global compliance program includes strong anti-money laundering (AML) controls, measures to combat the financing of terrorism (CFT), and industry-leading identity verification processes. The company expanded its compliance team by 34% in 2023, employing over 1,000 compliance staff worldwide.

Binance’s relentless pursuit of regulatory compliance and its ability to secure approvals across 21 jurisdictions reflects its leadership in shaping the future of digital finance. With a growing presence in key markets like Brazil, Binance is poised to drive mainstream crypto adoption responsibly and sustainably.

Nevertheless, the exchange continues to endure legal troubles. For instance, the ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission)recently sued Binance Australia over consumer protection failures. The Indian authorities are also clamping down on the exchange for unpaid taxes. Further, a recent whistleblower lawsuit accused Binance of bribery and retaliation.