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Binance Endures $69M in Net Outflows Within an Hour, Amid SEC Charge: Nansen
5.6.2023
The world’s largest crypto exchange was sued for multiple securities law violations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday
Binance Faces Legal Action by SEC for Violating US Securities Laws
5.6.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) took legal action against Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange globally, for violating U.S. securities laws. Gary Gensler, the chairman of the SEC, revealed that Binance is facing thirteen charges related to these violations. Binance...
SEC Sues Crypto Exchange Binance, CEO Changpeng Zhao Over Multiple Securities Violation Allegations
5.6.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is suing crypto exchange Binance and its CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao on allegations of violating federal securities laws
Binance's Regulatory Hurdles Open Path for Potential CZ Successor
5.6.2023
Binance's recent regulatory hurdles have opened up the path for a potential successor to Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, co-founder and current CEO of the platform.
Among the frontrunners for the position is Richard Teng, a civil servant-turned-crypto executive who was recently appointed as head of...
Binance Hands Rising Star Teng Key Role to Replace CEO Zhao at Largest Crypto Exchange
5.6.2023
Taking up an expanded role overseeing regional markets outside the U.S., former regulator Richard Teng wants to demonstrate Binance is “a new organization.”
CZ Binance on Buying Banks to Fight Crypto Regulation Woes, Russian Banker Says CNY Likely to Dethrone USD, and More — Week in Review
4.6.2023
Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, doesn’t think buying a bank would solve the crypto industry’s troubles with traditional financial institutions, amid issues his own exchange currently faces in regions like Australia and Europe. In other news, the chairman of Russia’s...
Dollar-Based Stablecoins to Strengthen Greenback, CZ Says, Thinks DeSantis ‘Is Great’
4.6.2023
The regulatory environment in the U.S. doesn’t look good for crypto but the United States has the potential to lead again, according to Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). The founder of the world’s largest digital asset exchange is convinced stablecoins can increase use cases for the U.S. dollar...
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao on Layoffs Rumors: ‘Another Day, Another FUD’
2.6.2023
Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has answered the rumors of mass layoffs at Binance, with reports stating that up to 20% of the current workforce of the exchange might be forced to abandon their positions due to poor market conditions. Zhao declared this was another attempt at spreading FUD...
Binance Buying Bank Not Solution for Banking Problems, Says CEO Changpeng Zhao
1.6.2023
Acquiring a bank wouldn’t solve the issues with banking for Binance or others, the CEO of the largest crypto exchange is convinced. Speaking in the aftermath of the collapse of crypto-friendly banks in the U.S. and amid Binance’s issues with payment providers in Australia, Changpeng Zhao said...
Binance plans new round of layoffs amid increased regulatory scrutiny
31.5.2023
Binance's chief strategy officer Patrick Hillmann hinted on Twitter the resource reorganization is meant to address growing regulatory pressures targeting the crypto space
Buying a bank won't solve crypto's debanking issue: Binance CEO
30.5.2023
CZ highlighted examples such as regulatory complexity and capital requirements as reasons why he isn’t keen on Binance buying a bank
Binance CEO: China TV Broadcast 'Big Deal' for Crypto
25.5.2023
A segment on Chinese state television about crypto has caught the attention of the cryptoverse, with Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) pointing out that similar reporting in the past has triggered bull runs.
“CCTV (China Central Television) just broadcasted crypto. It's a big deal. The Chinese...
Binance CEO Claims Chinese Communities Are ‘Buzzing’ After CCTV Airs Crypto Segment
25.5.2023
On May 24, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, shared through Twitter that “Chinese speaking communities are buzzing” following a news broadcast by state-operated media network China Central Television (CCTV) regarding Hong Kong’s latest cryptocurrency-focused regulatory...
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao Unfollows Musk: $500 Million Investment Still Stands
16.5.2023
The CEO of the crypto exchange giant Binance, Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has unfollowed Twitter owner Elon Musk on the platform - but the investment into the social media site reportedly stands.
According to Big Crypto Alert, the Binance boss unfollowed the Tesla chief on Twitter on Sunday, though...
Binance.US Contemplates Lowering Founder Changpeng Zhao’s Stake Amid Regulatory Concerns
12.5.2023
Binance’s US-regulated branch Binance.US is reportedly seeking ways to reduce Binance founder Changpeng Zhao’s stake in the company due to concerns over a regulatory crackdown on Zhao’s international business empire.
To reduce the perceived regulatory risk in the US, Changpeng Zhao, better known...
Binance.US seeking to cut Changpeng Zhao's majority stake: Report
12.5.2023
Changpeng Zhao is the crypto exchange's founder, majority owner and chair. He is also the CEO and co-founder of the global crypto exchange, Binance
Binance.US Explores Ways to Decrease CZ's Dominant Share: The Information
12.5.2023
Since the summer of 2022, Zhao has been attempting to offload at least a portion of his shares, according to one individual that spoke with The Information
Binance Announces Lightning Network Withdrawal Implementation Amidst Bitcoin Network Congestion Issues
9.5.2023
Binance has announced its intention of implementing Lightning Network, a layer 2 Bitcoin scaling protocol, on its platform after experiencing an episode of congestion regarding withdrawals on the Bitcoin network. The exchange had to pause bitcoin withdrawals twice due to a large backlog...
Binance Shifts $4.4 Billion in Bitcoin as Crypto Exchange Temporarily Pauses BTC Withdrawals – What's Going On?
8.5.2023
Binance has moved a large stash of Bitcoin between its crypto wallets over the weekend as the platform halted BTC withdrawals citing network congestion.
According to an analysis of on-chain data by CryptoQuant’s Head of Research Julio Moreno, Binance moved about $4.4 billion worth of BTC across...
Binance Faces DOJ Probe Over Possible Breach of US Sanctions on Russia
6.5.2023
Binance is under investigation by the US Justice Department over potential breaches of sanctions involving Russia.
The probe is centered on whether Binance or its executives violated any sanctions related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Bloomberg reported Friday, citing people familiar with...