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CryptoMediumUpdated•Originally published 25 February 2026•Updated 25 February 2026•

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US Senate Escalates Binance Probe Over $1.7 Billion in Suspicious Flows

Key Facts

1The US Senate has launched an inquiry into Binance's compliance with sanctions related to Iran and Russia.

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What changed: The investigation has evolved from general inquiries to a formal probe led by Senator Richard Blumenthal, specifically targeting $1.7 billion in transactions linked to Iran and Russia, with formal document demands sent to Binance's CEO.

The US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, led by Senator Richard Blumenthal, has escalated its probe into Binance by issuing a formal document request to CEO Richard Teng. The investigation now specifically targets $1.7 billion in suspicious transactions allegedly linked to Iran and Russia’s shadow fleet, raising significant concerns over sanctions evasion. Lawmakers are also intensifying their scrutiny of Binance's ties to the Trump-linked crypto venture, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), to identify potential regulatory gaps. This formal demand marks a critical turning point in the oversight of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, moving beyond general inquiries to specific illicit flow allegations. Market participants remain cautious as the prospect of further legal penalties weighs on the performance of BNB and the broader crypto sector.