Binance Plans New Strategy for EU Licensing After Greek Setback

WHO:

Reuters - Binance, a crypto platform, is involved in seeking permission to operate in the EU.

WHAT:

Reuters - Binance's MiCA license application in Greece failed.

Cointelegraph - Binance plans to seek authorization in another EU jurisdiction as the MiCA deadline approaches.

WHERE:

Reuters - The MiCA license application was submitted in Greece.

Cointelegraph - The activities of unlicensed crypto firms are expected to wind down in the European Union.

WHEN:

Reuters - The deadline for the MiCA license application is June 30.

WHY:

Reuters - Binance intends to stay in the European Union despite the setback in Greece.

HOW:

Reuters - Binance will make a fresh push for permission to operate in the EU.

(UPDATED June 24, 2026 19:36 UTC)

Binance is making a renewed effort to secure permission to operate in the European Union after its MiCA license application in Greece was unsuccessful. With the deadline for these applications approaching on June 30, the company plans to seek authorization in another EU jurisdiction. Despite the setback in Greece, Binance remains committed to its presence in the European market.