The SEC has filed 13 civil charges against Binance and its CEO, CZ, alleging violations such as allowing US individuals to trade on binance.com, wash trading, and selling unregistered securities. Binance has responded by denying the allegations and highlighting regulatory uncertainty in the US. Additionally, Binance faces challenges from the CFTC and a DOJ investigation. These regulatory actions have impacted the crypto market, causing price drops in tokens like Solana, Cardano, and Bitcoin.

What is one of the main allegations the SEC has made against Binance?

• Allowing US individuals to trade on binance.com

• Hacking into competitor exchanges

• Manipulating Bitcoin prices

• Failing to pay taxes

How did Binance respond to the SEC's charges?

• By admitting to the allegations

• By expressing disappointment and planning to defend itself

• By shutting down its US operations

• By agreeing to pay a fine

Which other regulatory body has accused Binance of violations?

• Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

• Federal Reserve

• Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

What could be a potential impact of the SEC's request for an injunction against Binance?

• Closure of Binance's European operations

• Expansion of Binance into new markets

• Disruption of Binance's operations

• Increase in Bitcoin prices

Which cryptocurrency experienced a significant price drop due to the SEC's allegations?

• Ethereum

• Solana

• Litecoin

• Ripple