Binance Tightens Listing Rules and Warns Against Fake Agents

Binance has released a new transparency update to clarify how crypto projects can list their tokens on its platform. In a recent blog post, the crypto exchange outlined clear rules for listings across its Alpha, futures, and spot markets. 

It also warned projects to avoid individuals or firms claiming to act as listing agents, describing such activity as fraudulent.

Binance Warns Projects About Fake Listing Agents and Scams

The exchange reported repeated cases where individuals and firms falsely presented themselves as being connected to Binance. These parties often demanded fees or payments from project founders in exchange for promised listings. 

Binance said these actions mislead teams and harm trust in the broader crypto ecosystem. To address the issue, Binance published its formal listing framework and urged all projects to verify information directly through its official portals. 

The exchange stressed that it does not work with external brokers, agents, or intermediaries. According to Binance, no third party has the authority to negotiate, speed up, or influence a listing decision. 

The company encouraged teams to report anyone who claims to represent Binance outside these channels. Binance explained that all token teams must apply for listings only through its official application channels. 

Binance Blacklists Fake Listing Agents, Offers $5M Reward for Whistleblowers 

Following an internal audit, Binance blacklisted several individuals and entities found to have misrepresented ties to the exchange or offered fake listing services. The blacklisted individuals include BitABC, Central Research, May, also known as Dannie, Andrew Lee, Suki Yang, Fiona Lee, and Kenny Z. 

Binance said these parties falsely implied relationships with the exchange during their activities. The exchange confirmed that it has already taken action against multiple parties and will pursue legal steps where necessary.

Data from RootData shows that one blacklisted group, Central Research, has supported several crypto projects, including Fireverse, Nebula Revelation, AKI Network, Fusionist, and Artyfact. 

Among these, only Fusionist, also known as ACE, currently trades on Binance. The exchange made it clear that the blacklist does not imply wrongdoing by previously listed projects.

In addition, Binance also announced a reward program, offering up to $5 million for verifiable evidence of serious wrongdoing related to fake listing activities. The exchange said it has zero tolerance for fraud related  activities. 

Stronger Controls After Internal Misconduct

The announcement comes after a recent internal issue at Binance involving leaked listing information. The leak was linked to a memecoin often described as the “year of the yellow fruit.”

Binance confirmed that an employee shared confidential listing details with a third party. The exchange took disciplinary action and introduced new controls to reduce insider abuse and predatory behavior.

With this update, Binance aims to protect project teams and reinforce trust in its listing process. Analysts believe this development could pave the way for Analysts say it could lead to more transparent and fair token listings on the trading platform.