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Oct 19, 8:28 am

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Germany, Japan's Financial Regulators Flag MEXC Exchange for Unauthorized Operations

Germany's BaFin has issued a warning to consumers about MEXC exchange offering unauthorized financial services on its website. BaFin stated that financial services can only be offered in Germany if the company has the necessary authorization. MEXC has also received a warning from Japan's Financial Services Agency for operating without registration.

Germany's BaFin has issued a warning to consumers about MEXC exchange offering unauthorized financial services on its website. BaFin stated that financial services can only be offered in Germany if the company has the necessary authorization. MEXC has also received a warning from Japan's Financial Services Agency for operating without registration.

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