Binance

Binance has published a model for **structured collaboration between private companies and law enforcement** to combat criminal activity in the crypto space. The framework focuses on: - Identifying criminal infrastructure through coordinated intelligence sharing - Enabling synchronized takedowns of illicit operations - Establishing clear protocols for public-private cooperation This approach builds on Binance's track record of working with authorities, including a recent collaboration with Delhi Police that led to multiple arrests and the seizure of over 100,000 USDT in a fraud case. The model aims to create a **systematic approach** for the industry to work alongside regulators and law enforcement, rather than ad-hoc responses to individual incidents. [Read the full framework](https://www.binance.com/en/blog/security/5894722733854111214)

Sending money across borders remains expensive due to multiple intermediaries taking cuts along the way. Traditional remittance services involve banks, payment processors, and currency exchanges, each adding fees and delays. **Key issues with current systems:** - Multiple intermediaries increase costs - Processing times can take several days - Hidden fees in currency conversion rates - Limited transparency in the transfer process Blockchain technology offers potential alternatives by enabling direct peer-to-peer transfers. This could reduce costs by eliminating middlemen and speed up transactions to near-instant settlement. The article examines how decentralized systems might provide more affordable options for the millions who rely on remittances, particularly in developing economies where fees can consume a significant portion of transferred funds. [Read the full analysis](https://www.binance.com/en/academy/articles/blockchain-use-cases-remittance)

Binance has launched a new **[Sync] mode** feature for lead traders in its copy trading platform. **Key Features:** - Lead traders can enable Sync mode to ensure copy traders follow their exact strategy settings - When a portfolio is tagged as "Sync Lead Trader," copy traders' leverage, position mode, and margin mode automatically match the lead trader's settings - This creates tighter alignment between lead traders and their followers The feature builds on Binance's ongoing copy trading improvements, following earlier updates that gave copy traders more control over how they replicate positions. [Learn more about Sync mode](https://www.binance.com/en/support/faq/detail/6acfb4c1f50c4db1b9e915181ff31a4c)

**Internet Capital Markets (ICMs)** represent a new framework for how internet-native projects raise and coordinate capital directly on blockchain networks. **Key aspects of ICMs:** - Projects can launch tokens and raise funds directly from the internet community - Eliminates traditional intermediaries like venture capital firms - Enables faster fundraising processes - Provides direct access to global capital markets **How it works:** Startups create and distribute tokens that represent ownership or utility in their projects. These tokens are traded and coordinated entirely on-chain, allowing for transparent capital formation. [Learn more about ICM tokens](https://www.binance.com/en/academy/articles/what-are-internet-capital-markets-icm-tokens)

Binance Wallet now supports trading of tokenized stocks and precious metals through integration with Aster DEX on its web platform. **Key Features:** - Zero maker fees for all trades - Trading volume contributes to Aster Season 6 airdrop points - Reward pool of up to 100,000 USDT available for participants The integration expands Binance Wallet's capabilities beyond traditional crypto assets, allowing users to access tokenized versions of traditional financial instruments directly through the platform. [Learn more and join](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/714829fad15a42408bc2536b02acb18a?ref=AZTKZ9XS&utm_source=BinanceTwitter&utm_medium=GlobalSocial&utm_campaign=GlobalSocial)

Binance Pool is running a Spring Festival promotion for Bitcoin miners. **Key Details:** - Miners can earn up to 3,000 USDC in rewards - Rewards are distributed based on increased BTC hashrate contributions - The promotion coincides with the Spring Festival period - Participants need to mine through Binance Pool to qualify This follows Binance's previous Super Mine campaigns that offered token vouchers and hashrate bonuses to miners. The exchange continues to incentivize mining activity on its platform through seasonal promotions. [Full details available here](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/a8e0bc19c7a847f98c60e9f7b9597866?ref=AZTKZ9XS&utm_source=BinanceTwitter&utm_medium=GlobalSocial&utm_campaign=GlobalSocial)

Binance has announced the listing of **$ESP**, the token from Espresso Foundation (@espressoFNDN), with a **Seed Tag** applied. The Seed Tag designation indicates this is an early-stage project with higher risk factors. Users should exercise caution and conduct thorough research before trading. Trading details and specific listing information are available in the official [Binance announcement](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/c8f9e4e1e7de458482a2af3cf64c9093).

Binance has completed its conversion of the SAFU fund's $1 billion stablecoin reserves into Bitcoin, finishing the transition within the promised 30-day timeframe. **Key Details:** - Final purchase: 4,545 BTC - Total SAFU holdings: 15,000 BTC (valued at $1.005B at $67,000 per BTC) - SAFU BTC address: [1BAuq7Vho2CEkVkUxbfU26LhwQjbCmWQkD](https://www.blockchain.com/en/explorer/addresses/btc/1BAuq7Vho2CEkVkUxbfU26LhwQjbCmWQkD) - [Latest transaction](https://www.blockchain.com/en/explorer/transactions/btc/5a600ed820d66d696b606aeadadb4b36b7c447d812f9edac8592d6aeac20d321) The conversion was executed in four tranches over 12 days, starting with 2,630 BTC on February 2nd and concluding on February 12th. Binance stated the move reinforces their view of Bitcoin as the premier long-term reserve asset. The SAFU fund will undergo regular rebalancing, with Binance committing to replenish it to $1B if market movements cause it to fall below $800M.

Hash functions serve as the mathematical backbone of blockchain security through two critical properties: **Collision Resistance** Makes it computationally infeasible for two different inputs to produce the same hash output, ensuring data uniqueness. **Preimage Resistance** Prevents reverse-engineering the original data from its hash, creating a one-way mathematical function. These properties enable blockchains to maintain tamper-evident records. Any modification to data produces a completely different hash, making unauthorized changes immediately detectable. Learn more: [What is Hashing](https://www.binance.com/en/academy/articles/what-is-hashing)

Binance has responded to community concerns regarding asset data discrepancies from third-party sources like Coinglass and DefiLlama. The exchange expects data restoration within 24-48 hours. **Key Resources for Verification:** - Users can verify personal assets at [Binance Proof of Reserves](https://www.binance.com/en/proof-of-reserves) - Total platform balance available on [CoinMarketCap](https://coinmarketcap.com/exchanges/binance/) - Cross-platform flows tracked at [OKLink](https://www.oklink.com/cex-list) **Notable Proposal:** Binance suggests establishing an annual Withdrawal Day across all exchanges to verify asset authenticity. The exchange encourages users to conduct regular withdrawal tests while emphasizing careful address verification before confirming transactions.