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Binance ex-CEO Changpeng Zhao sentenced for money laundering

Changpeng Zhao receives a 4-month prison term and a $50 million fine for laundering violations.

SlamXMay 1, 2024

Regulation

Brazilian congressional committee calls for Binance CEO Zhao’s indictment

The congressional committee accused Changpeng Zhao and three other executives, along with 45 individuals, of running a financial pyramid scheme in the country.

Zoltan VardaiOct 11, 2023

Altcoins

Binance ICO raised less than US$5 mln: Forbes

Binance’s 2017 initial coin offering (ICO) of its Binance Coin (BNB) reportedly raised less than US$5 million, contrary to the US$15 million claimed by the company and its Chief Executive Officer Changpeng Zhao. See related article: U.S. SEC denied immediate access to Binance.US software Fast Facts See related article: Binance Japan partners with mega bank […]

Zoltan VardaiOct 6, 2023

Regulation

Binance executives Hillman, Christie say they are leaving, cite personal reasons

Binance Chief Strategy Officer Patrick Hillmann and Vice President for Compliance Steven Christie both confirmed they are leaving the firm.

Tom ZuoJul 7, 2023

Regulation

Binance documents show ties to U.S. unit unknown to regulators, WSJ reports

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, reportedly didn’t disclose the extent of its ties and control over Binance.US, WSJ reported.

Danny ParkMar 6, 2023

Regulation

Binance CEO says more non-USD stablecoins may emerge

The intensifying regulatory oversight in the U.S. is highlighting the increasing need for non-U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins in the cryptocurrency industry, Binance Chief Executive Officer Changpeng Zhao said on Tuesday. See related article: Be careful what you wish for? Regulators pick up pace in the crypto industry crackdown Fast facts See related article: SEC may make […]

Timmy ShenFeb 15, 2023