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In the light of the recent announcement of criminal charges against Binance, Brian Armstrong, CEO of the rival crypto exchange Coinbase, emphasized the importance of compliance with regulatory laws for sustained business success. Armstrong made a statement through a social media post on November 21, expressing the validity of his company’s decision to adhere to U.S. money transmitter licensing laws. He mentioned that, although getting licenses put Coinbase at a competitive disadvantage initially, it was crucial for their long-term survival and success in the highly competitive crypto exchange market.
The Coinbase CEO touched upon the fact that they had to slow down their operational expansion due to a firm commitment to regulatory compliance, making their business growth not as rapid as their competitors. Despite the apparent challenges of maintaining compliance, such as the cost and difficulties that come with it, Armstrong defended his team’s approach. He highlighted their belief in the rule of law, which served as the driving force behind their decision to seek licensing and maintain compliance. Armstrong also expressed concern over the lack of regulatory clarity in the U.S. that he believes drives customers to use offshore exchanges, such as Binance. He remains optimistic that the outcome of the Binance case might stimulate clearer regulatory guidelines in the U.S., hence benefiting the overall industry.
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