ECB President Lagarde Reportedly Blocked Binance's MiCA License in Greece

European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde reportedly intervened to oppose Binance's attempt to secure a Europe-wide cryptocurrency license through Greece, derailing the exchange's expansion plans. While national regulators handle MiCA approvals, the intervention reportedly caused the collapse of Binance's plans to establish an Athens office and secure approval under the EU framework in June 2026.