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cyberrussialow impact18/08/2026, 11:05:14Confidence 7/100

Binance reportedly shared user data with Russia related to cryptocurrency donations for Ukrainian military support — not independently verified

Binance allegedly provided Russian authorities with data on users who donated cryptocurrency to support Ukrainian forces. This information was reportedly used in a case against Yuri Belenkiy, detained for transferring funds to the Azov brigade, labeled as a terrorist organization by Russia.

Claims & verification status

Highly likely

Binance reportedly shared user data with Russian authorities related to cryptocurrency donations for Ukrainian military support.

Attributed to: Reuters
Highly likely

The data shared by Binance was reportedly used in a case against Yuri Belenkiy, who was detained for transferring funds to the Azov brigade.

Attributed to: Department One

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Sources & evidence

statementTelegram: Suspilne News(class C)original
articleMeduza (independent Russian, EN)(class B)original