Binance and Coinbase took part in a scam crackdown in West Africa, according to CoinDesk. Private-sector partners identified $11 million in funds that could potentially be frozen during the operation. Officials also reported crypto seizures, though they did not disclose the value of those assets. The report was written by Francisco Rodrigues and edited by Jamie Crawley. CoinDesk listed the publication time as Oct. 18, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. EDT.
Binance and Coinbase joined a scam sweep in West Africa, according to CoinDesk. Private-sector partners flagged $11 million in funds that could be frozen as part of the operation.
Officials also reported cryptocurrency seizures, but did not disclose the value of the assets.
The article was written by Francisco Rodrigues and edited by Jamie Crawley. CoinDesk listed the publication time as Oct. 18, 2026, 8:00 a.m. EDT.
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