Binance Freezes Hamas-Linked Crypto Account
Crypto exchange Binance's proactive stance in freezing Hamas-linked accounts amidst the Israel conflict underscores the growing role of cryptocurrencies in geopolitical events and financial security.
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Crypto exchange Binance's proactive stance in freezing Hamas-linked accounts amidst the Israel conflict underscores the growing role of cryptocurrencies in geopolitical events and financial security.
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