Binance sues Wall Street Journal as newspaper says U.S. Dept. of Justice is investigating Iran transactions

Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, has initiated legal action against the Wall Street Journal after the publication reported that the U.S. Department of Justice is conducting an investigation into transactions involving Iran. The exchange claims that the newspaper's assertions may be misleading or unfounded, potentially damaging its reputation and business operations. This lawsuit highlights the ongoing tensions between cryptocurrency platforms and regulatory bodies, especially amid heightened scrutiny over financial transactions related to sanctioned nations. source: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/03/11/binance-sues-wall-street-journal-as-newspaper-says-u-s-dept-of-justice-is-investigating-iran-transactions