Binance Founder's Memoir Details Early Ties to Gensler, Prison Time
The memoir of Binance's founder reportedly reveals details about his early connections with Gary Gensler and his experiences with prison time.
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The memoir of Binance's founder reportedly reveals details about his early connections with Gary Gensler and his experiences with prison time.

Despite a 9.7% retreat in the overall cryptocurrency market capitalization in 2025, trading activity has intensified, with Binance's January volume reportedly equaling the combined volume of the next three largest exchanges.

Tropical Cyclone Narelle has caused significant outages at major liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facilities in Australia, further disrupting global energy markets already affected by other supply shocks. These disruptions impact a substantial portion of global LNG consumption, with Australia's biggest natural gas plants now offline.
Binance has updated its trading policy to request greater transparency from market makers, aiming to enhance fairness and integrity within its platform.
Grayscale ETF has announced an expansion of its index pricing methodology to now incorporate data from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance.
Vietnam's $200 billion crypto market faces uncertainty as authorities consider a sudden ban on major cryptocurrency exchanges like Binance and OKX, potentially impacting a significant portion of the country's digital asset landscape.
Internal investigators at Binance reportedly uncovered accounts that facilitated over $1 billion in transfers to Iran-linked entities, involving a 79-year-old Chinese trader and a suspected Iranian gold smuggler.
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, has reportedly amassed a fortune of $110 billion, placing him above Bill Gates in terms of wealth.
Mastercard's new cryptocurrency program, which already includes 85 partners, has expanded further with Ripple joining to advance on-chain payments, signaling continued growth in its digital asset initiatives.
The Justice Department is probing Iran’s use of Binance to evade sanctions, focusing on money flowing through the crypto platform to a network that backs terror groups, including Yemen’s Houthi militants.
The probe follows an internal Binance investigation into suspicious transactions that allegedly identified more than $1 billion in flows connected to a network funding Iran-backed terrorist groups.

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether Iran utilized the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, following the 2023 guilty plea of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao for money laundering violations.
Exclusive | Justice Department Probes Iran’s Use of Binance to Evade Sanctions WSJ
Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, successfully won the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by victims of 64 attacks that occurred between 2017 and 2024, which plaintiffs attributed to foreign terrorist groups.
Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, have successfully won the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by victims of 64 attacks.

In a draft of his memoir, Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, laid out the secret negotiations that led to his imprisonment and a run-in with ICE.
Binance cannot arbitrate customer claims over crypto losses, US judge rules Reuters
Binance co-CEO Richard Teng announced the company's strategy to leverage Greek labor and security expertise for its growth within the European Union.
A New York Times report alleges that Iran transferred $1.7 billion to terror proxies last year using the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, which reportedly fired or suspended employees involved in an internal investigation into the matter.
A US Senator has initiated an investigation into Binance over allegations that the cryptocurrency exchange violated sanctions against Iran and Russia.
Ondo has announced the introduction of tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs to the Binance platform.
Binance's Changpeng Zhao promoted the company's US growth initiatives at a crypto event attended by members of the Trump family.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to sanctioned Iranian entities, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to entities in sanctioned Iran.

Internal investigators at Binance reportedly traced $1.7 billion in funds from exchange accounts to entities linked to Iran, raising concerns about potential sanctions violations.

Investors are preparing for potential market shifts driven by Trump's new tariff plan, a possible attack on Iran, and the upcoming Nvidia earnings report, while also assessing the Supreme Court's tariff decision.
A potential silver supply crisis is anticipated, coinciding with Binance's significant trading volume in precious metals like gold, reaching $70 billion.
Binance's XRP reserves have fallen to their lowest point in 2024, a trend that traders are interpreting as a potential signal for accumulation.
A Binance case study suggests that the price of Bitcoin is projected to decouple from the influence of the Federal Reserve and Exchange-Traded Funds by 2026.
The founder of Binance has stated that the cryptocurrency industry can mitigate the threat of quantum computing through necessary upgrades, advising against panic.
An Australian court has imposed a $6.9 million fine on a Binance unit for failures related to its client onboarding processes.
Binance's hold on the cryptocurrency market is reportedly loosening as a recent market crash shakes investor confidence.
Canadian crypto mogul Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has reportedly brushed off charges levied against his cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, related to Iran.
Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange, has issued a response to recent allegations concerning its operations and practices.
Binance has reiterated its dedication to industry-leading compliance, aiming to cultivate a more secure environment within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
Binance.US has named compliance veteran Stephen Gregory as its new CEO, signaling an acceleration of the company's comeback strategies.
Mastercard is expanding its crypto partner program by recruiting major players like Binance, Ripple, and PayPal, signaling a deeper dive into the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

A US Federal Court has dismissed all claims against Binance in an anti-terrorism lawsuit, clearing the cryptocurrency exchange of allegations related to terrorism financing.
Large holders of XRP, known as whales, have transferred 3.8 billion tokens to the Binance exchange since January, raising speculation about a potential massive sell-off in the cryptocurrency market.
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, have successfully won the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by victims of 64 attacks.
Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange, is reportedly planning to acquire five additional crypto licenses across various Asian markets by 2026 as part of its expansion strategy.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in transactions moving to sanctioned Iranian entities, according to a WSJ report.
A US judge has ruled that Binance cannot use arbitration to resolve customer claims related to crypto losses, impacting how the company handles disputes.
Binance's co-CEO, Richard Teng, stated the company is leveraging Greek labor and security for its expansion efforts within the European Union.
Ondo Finance has gone live on Binance Alpha, making tokenized US securities available to retail investors.

Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut has initiated an inquiry into Binance, sending a letter to the crypto exchange to investigate the alleged flow of $1.7 billion from its accounts to Iranian entities.

Binance has introduced new features to its 'Binance Junior' platform, aiming to improve family crypto savings and educational opportunities for younger users.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to entities in sanctioned Iran, according to a Wall Street Journal investigation.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion moving to sanctioned Iranian entities.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to sanctioned entities in Iran, according to an exclusive report.
Binance states it has significantly cut its exposure to sanctioned entities by 97%, responding to allegations of billion-dollar fund flows linked to Iran.
This article provides an overview of MicroStrategy (MSTR), highlighting its strategy as a company holding significant Bitcoin reserves.

President Donald Trump has assigned several Cabinet members and other officials to multiple positions within his second administration, highlighting a trend of individuals holding various responsibilities.
Several compliance staff members at Binance have reportedly left their positions related to financial crime and monitoring, raising questions about the company's regulatory oversight.
Binance Australia's derivatives arm has been fined $7 million for what regulators described as a 'shocking misclassification' of its retail clients.

US President Donald Trump has again postponed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure, extending the deadline to April 6 and citing progress in ongoing talks. He also noted Iran's allowance of 10 oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as a positive sign, indicating seriousness in negotiations, as Operation Epic Fury continues.

Binance Holdings Limited is continuing to explore an out-of-court settlement with the Nigerian government regarding alleged tax evasion charges, with settlement talks announced during recent court proceedings.

Binance has enhanced its AI Agent skills, incorporating comprehensive capabilities for trading, asset management, and market intelligence to improve user experience and functionality.

President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.
Binance has reiterated its commitment to industry-leading compliance efforts, aiming to foster a safer and more secure cryptocurrency ecosystem.

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has filed a defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, demanding a jury trial concerning its reporting on the company's alleged transactions with networks funding terror groups and its internal investigation into Iranian sanctions.
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has publicly questioned his Forbes rich list ranking, stating the $110 billion valuation is inaccurate given the sharp crypto price drops.
Reports indicate that Binance founder Changpeng Zhao's net worth has surged to $110 billion, placing him above Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, though Zhao himself has publicly questioned the accuracy of such rankings.
The Justice Department is investigating Iran's alleged use of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance to circumvent international sanctions, highlighting efforts to crack down on illicit financial activities.
Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, have successfully won the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by victims of 64 attacks.

Binance has initiated an INR 2 crore Holi community campaign specifically for its verified users in India, offering incentives and engagement opportunities.
Greece is emerging as a key launchpad for Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange, according to a new report.

Binance has denied claims published by The Wall Street Journal, rejecting allegations that it dismissed investigators who raised concerns about transactions potentially linked to sanctioned Iranian entities.
Leading cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase, Kraken, and Binance are increasingly focusing on tokenization initiatives as capital flows within the digital asset market evolve.
Binance has threatened legal action against the Wall Street Journal following a report concerning the cryptocurrency exchange's compliance with Iran sanctions.

Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds moving to sanctioned Iranian entities, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
Binance reportedly fired employees who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to entities in sanctioned Iran, highlighting internal compliance issues.
Binance reportedly fired staff members who flagged $1 billion moving to sanctioned Iranian entities.
Binance reportedly fired staff members who raised concerns about $1 billion in funds being moved to entities sanctioned by Iran.

Big investors are actively seeking undervalued cryptocurrencies like Binance Coin (BNB), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Mutuum Finance (MUTM) in anticipation of the 2026 bull run.
The pardoned founder of Binance was seen hobnobbing with Trump's sons and administration officials at a crypto festival held at Mar-a-Lago.

A bank probe has revealed that individuals closely associated with the Indian conglomerate Adani are accused of holding billions of dollars in shares through secret investments, raising concerns about market manipulation.