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Binance finally becomes 'globally regulated'. ADGM grants full license: and now?”
Binance obtains the first global license from ADGM: what changes for users and the crypto market?”
It explains that on December 8, 2025, Binance announced it had obtained — through Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) / Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) — a full license to operate as an exchange, clearing house, and broker-dealer.
It illustrates how the structure is “divided” into three entities: exchange (spot/derivatives trading), custody & clearing, over-the-counter services, and brokerage.
It explains that regulated operations will begin on January 5, 2026.
It analyzes why this is a historic step: for the first time, a crypto exchange obtains “global-style” regulation, a strong signal for the entire industry.
It discusses the implications for users: potential increase in transparency, greater asset protection, possible local regulatory restrictions, implications for European users.
