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Crypto exchange Binance just got banned in the UK — Here’s what it means

Brits can still buy and sell cryptocurrencies on Binance’s website, but the exchange must make some changes

The FCA have said that Binance is not allowed to offer derivatives or other regulated products in the UK
The FCA have said that Binance is not allowed to offer derivatives or other regulated products in the UK Photo: Pavlo Gonchar/Getty Images

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance does not have permission to carry out regulated activities in the UK, the Financial Conduct Authority warned consumers.

Binance, which is one of the world’s most popular cryptocurrency platforms that offers a range of services, is not allowed to offer derivatives or other regulated products in the UK, the watchdog said.

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