The world of cryptocurrencies is undergoing a significant transformation, particularly in terms of security and combating illicit activities.
According to data collected by Chainalysis and TRM Labs, two of the leading independent blockchain analysis companies, the illicit use of cryptocurrencies on major centralized exchanges is sharply declining. A trend that marks the growing maturity of the sector and its ability to respond to the challenges posed by cybercrime.
The analysis, conducted by Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and number of users, shows that between the beginning of 2023 and mid-2025, direct exposure to addresses linked to illicit activities has decreased to a range between 0.018% and 0.023% of the total volume.
This result represents a tangible improvement compared to previous years and lays the groundwork for an even safer future for those operating in the sector.
Binance: Leader in Transparency and Anti-Fraud Efforts
Security Numbers
Among the leading operators in the sector, Binance stands out for having achieved the lowest levels of direct exposure to illicit funds.
According to Chainalysis data, as of June 2025, the platform recorded a 0.007% exposure, while the average of the next six exchanges stood at 0.018%. TRM Labs’ analysis also confirms this trend: Binance remains at 0.016%, compared to 0.023% for the rest of the market.
These results are even more significant when considering the operational scale of Binance, which handles volumes comparable to the sum of the main global competitors.
The ability to maintain such high security levels, despite the vastness of operations, highlights the exchange’s leadership role in promoting a safer environment for all users.
Investments in Compliance and Advanced Technologies
Binance’s success in reducing illicit flows is not coincidental, but the result of structural investments in compliance, monitoring, and international cooperation.
The exchange employs over 1,280 specialists dedicated to compliance and investigation activities, responding annually to hundreds of thousands of requests from authorities. Additionally, it actively participates in global initiatives such as the Beacon Network and the T3+ program, which enable the real-time blocking and recovery of illicit funds.
The adoption of advanced analytics systems, artificial intelligence, and machine learning has further enhanced the effectiveness of monitoring, allowing for the timely identification and counteraction of suspicious activities.
The transparency of the blockchain thus proves to be a fundamental tool, enabling accurate measurement of flows and a swift response to threats.
A Comparison with Traditional Financial Channels
A More Transparent Industry Than You Might Think
An often overlooked fact in public debate concerns the comparison between illicit volumes managed by the crypto sector and those of traditional financial channels.
According to assessments by Nasdaq, the UN, and the IMF, money laundering and illicit activities in traditional banking circuits annually exceed trillions of dollars, a figure far greater than what occurs in the world of cryptocurrencies.
The public nature of the blockchain and the evolution of investigative tools are making the crypto sector one of the most transparent financial ecosystems.
Analyses by Chainalysis and TRM Labs, while slightly differing in estimates due to different methodologies, agree on a fundamental point: illicit activity now represents a marginal fraction of the total, and Binance’s exposure is the lowest among major exchanges.
The Transformation of the Crypto Sector
Towards an Increasingly Secure Ecosystem
The results achieved by Binance reflect a broader transformation that is involving the entire cryptocurrency sector.
Thanks to blockchain transparency and the adoption of increasingly sophisticated tools, the crypto world is establishing itself as one of the most regulated and secure financial environments. Binance’s experience demonstrates that it is possible to operate on a global scale while maintaining security and control levels comparable to, and in some cases exceeding, those of traditional markets.
The Role of Binance in Italy and Worldwide
Binance is not just an exchange, but a true blockchain ecosystem offering a wide range of products and services, from education with the Academy to DeFi solutions, including research and charity.
In Italy, the platform is present with a team of experts led by CEO Gianluigi Guida and actively collaborates with local institutions and associations to promote regulation that supports the proper development of the sector.
Conclusions: A Safer Future for Cryptocurrencies
The data collected by Chainalysis and TRM Labs, along with Binance’s concrete commitment, attest to the growing maturity and security of the cryptocurrency sector.
The drastic reduction in illicit flows and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies represent a positive signal for users, investors, and institutions. The crypto sector, often at the center of controversies and prejudices, is instead proving capable of self-regulation and offering increasingly higher security standards, laying the groundwork for a future where transparency and trust will be the fundamental pillars of financial innovation.
Source: https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/12/01/cryptocurrencies-illicit-flows-decrease-binance-leads-sector-security/
