Binance suspended AUD fiat services in Australia.
Australia has always been Known for its Supportive Stance on Cryptocurrencies.
Cuscal, the third-party payments provider for Binance Australia, suggested that the decision to discontinue its services influenced by concerns over scams and fraud. That is associates with activities such as account fraud, ID takeover, and cryptocurrency transactions.
In a sudden move, Binance Australia declared on May 18 that its Australian dollar services suspended with immediate effect. Pointed to the actions taken by their third-party payment service provider as the reason behind the decision.
Reports indicate that a representative from Cuscal refrained from elaborating on the specific reasons behind the withdrawal of support for Binance Australia. Additionally, the official statement issued by the company does not directly reference Binance or cryptocurrency exchanges.
Cuscal reportedly highlighted its commitment to identifying and deploying detection services aimed at combating scams and fraud within Australia. These efforts specifically target activities such as account fraud, ID takeover, and cryptocurrency-related transactions. The company acknowledged the recent media coverage surrounding these concerns and reaffirmed its dedication to playing a significant role in the Australian payments system.
Australia recognizing as a country that embraces cryptocurrencies, earning it the reputation of being crypto-friendly. However, it has also attracted the attention of cybercriminals who view the nation as a potential target.