Employee Misconduct and Internal Investigation
Binance has suspended an employee following an internal investigation that found the individual had misused insider information related to a newly issued on-chain token.
Investigation of Employee Misconduct Incident
On December 7, 2025, Binance’s internal audit department received a report alleging that a Binance employee had used insider information to post on official social media and improperly obtain personal gain. We immediately launched an…
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On December 7, 2025, the token was issued at 05:29 UTC, and within a minute, the employee used official Binance social media channels to promote the asset. This action violated company policies and professional conduct standards. Binance’s audit department confirmed that the actions constituted a clear case of personal gain at the expense of market fairness. This incident highlights the risks present in crypto exchanges where rapid access to sensitive information can significantly impact token prices and trading activity.
The employee remains suspended pending further disciplinary action. Binance has notified relevant authorities and pledged full cooperation with any legal investigation. The company emphasized that the incident involved a crypto asset launch, underscoring the critical need for stringent internal controls to protect users and maintain integrity in digital asset markets.
Whistleblower Rewards and Enhanced Controls
In response to the misconduct, Binance announced a total reward of $100,000 to be shared equally among five verified whistleblowers. These individuals submitted their reports through the official audit channel. This initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to transparency and community oversight in safeguarding the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Binance reminded users that publicly shared reports on social media are ineligible for rewards and urged future submissions to be routed through official channels.
Furthermore, Binance stated it will enhance internal controls and refine operational policies to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents. The company reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on misconduct and stressed that protecting user trust remains a top priority.
Renewed Legal Scrutiny in Florida
Adding to existing regulatory pressures, Binance is again under legal scrutiny. A Florida appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit linked to a 2022 hack where a user reportedly lost nearly 1,000 Bitcoin. This ruling reverses an earlier dismissal based on jurisdictional grounds and allows the case to proceed. The development contributes to the exchange’s ongoing legal challenges amidst intensified global oversight.