Binance already holds regulatory approvals in Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, New Zealand, and Thailand, and is negotiating an acquisition of local platform Gopax in South Korea to expand licensed operations.

The company reported 300 million registered users and $7.1 trillion in spot trading volume for 2025, highlighting its large market footprint.

Looking ahead to 2026, Binance shifts toward controlled, compliant growth with an expanded regulatory footprint designed to model regulated expansion in crypto markets.

In Singapore, Binance serves institutional clients and OTC flows and has not disclosed plans to re-enter the retail market, signaling a cautious approach.

The company was recognized with Digital Assets Exchange of the Year at the Regulation Asia Awards for Excellence 2025, reflecting rising regulatory credibility.

Binance is deepening regional ties by collaborating with Vietnam to support Ho Chi Minh City’s development as a financial hub.

A global base has been established in the United Arab Emirates, leveraging the UAE’s digital asset framework for better regulatory oversight.

A hyper-localization strategy emphasizes complying with local regulations and tailoring operations to country-specific requirements to build regulatory relationships.

Several targeted jurisdictions are near final approval; overall global license count is expected to exceed 20 soon, with additional licenses pursued in Asia-Pacific.

In Japan, Binance withdrew a retail license application but continues negotiations for ongoing opportunities in institutional growth.

Binance’s Asia-Pacific head notes multiple approvals are expected in 2026 after active regulator discussions.

The group is expanding its compliance workforce and enhancing KYC/AML procedures to meet stringent global standards.