Binance faces regulatory hurdles and questions about a possible US exit in 2026

Binance closed 2025 as the most dominant cryptocurrency exchange with around a 45% global market share, but regulatory challenges from the U.S. and broader concerns about compliance could shape its trajectory in 2026. In 2025, Binance’s liquidity dominance was highlighted as a systemic risk after a major market crash in October sparked calls for investigations. Allegations of money laundering and terrorist financing tied to some operations remain under scrutiny, raising questions about the future of its U.S. presence.