Nigerian Government Provides Clarification: Binance Will Not Face a $10 Billion Penalty!

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The Nigerian government has denied rumors of imposing a $10 billion fine on Binance, a popular cryptocurrency exchange. Despite the ongoing regulatory challenges and accusations, Binance and Nigerian officials are reportedly in talks to resolve the situation. Nigeria has intensified its crackdown on crypto exchanges, including banning major platforms. The National Agency for Potential Initiatives of Uzbekistan has also filed a lawsuit against Binance, raising concerns about user privacy and regulatory oversight. This regulatory shift contrasts with Nigeria’s previous encouragement of crypto investments. Two Binance executives residing in Nigeria have been temporarily detained.