U.S. Judge Disputes SEC Access To Binance.US Software

• The SEC's lawsuit against Binance.US, the cryptocurrency trading platform, has faced setbacks.
• U.S. Magistrate Judge Zia Faruqui denied the SEC's request for quick access to Binance.US's software.
• The SEC has been pursuing a case against Binance.US, Binance Holdings Ltd., and CEO Changpeng Zhao since June.
• The SEC has struggled to acquire essential information during the case.
• Judge Zia Faruqui has encouraged collaboration between both sides and advised the SEC to refine its information demands.
• The SEC has been granted permission to interview specific shareholders to assess the security of Binance.US's funds.
• One of the main concerns is whether Binance.US complies with an order to segregate U.S. customer funds from the global entity.
• Disagreements have arisen regarding document production and deposition requests.
• Judge Zia Faruqui's ruling is a temporary setback for the SEC.
• A hearing is scheduled for October 12, and a joint status report is expected by October 10.

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