PANews reported on March 1 that, according to market sources, due to the sudden escalation of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, Binance issued an internal safety notice requiring all employees in the UAE to immediately stay away from outdoor activities, remain in safe indoor areas, and stay away from windows, doors, and open spaces.

Iran recently launched ballistic missiles at Israeli/US targets, some of which flew over or aimed at the UAE. Although most were intercepted by air defense systems, the UAE government issued an emergency security alert to residents nationwide early this morning.