Changpeng Zhao

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, said Monday that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) would transition from a speculative investment to a utility asset over the next decade. What Happened: During the Bitcoin MENA Conference in Abu Dhabi, Zhao, popularly...

Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao on Tuesday voiced concerns about the current state of meme coins, calling their proliferation “a little weird.” What Happened: In a tweet, Zhao clarified he isn't against memes but urged the crypto community to focus on building meaningful...

In the latest development in the FTX bankruptcy case, the collapsed entity has launched a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), aiming to reclaim $1.8 billion. What Happened: The plaintiffs in the case are alleging that Binance, its ex-CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, and other top...

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao revealed that prison guards at a California correctional facility approached him for cryptocurrency investment tips, even as he faced legal consequences for money laundering violations tied to his exchange. What Happened: Speaking at the Binance Blockchain Week in...

Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange Binance, shared his reflections and plans following his release from prison after serving a four-month sentence What Happened: On Sunday, Zhao, popularly referred to as CZ, expressed gratitude for his...

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao was released on Friday, after having served a four-month sentence for failing to implement Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures between 2017 and 2022. But Zhao’s case is just one among many that highlight the growing enforcement against crypto crimes. The...

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the founder and ex-CEO of Binance, is set to be released from prison on Sept. 29, after serving a 4-month sentence, according to information from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). What Happened: CZ is scheduled for release from the Long Beach Residential...

Over the years, several high-profile personalities have served prison time in U.S. jails, including football legend Orenthal James ‘O.J.' Simpson and Oscar-winning actor Robert Downey Jr.  But do you know who's the richest prisoner ever to have spent time in a federal lockup? Hint: He is a...

Investors frequently name the world’s wealthiest individuals as their top choices for interviews, dinner conversations or investment advice due to their extensive experience and remarkable success. A recent Benzinga poll on social media asked followers which duo of investors or popular...

The crypto world was rocked when Changpeng Zhao, the enigmatic founder and CEO of Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, was sentenced to four months in prison for his role in failing to establish an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program at the...

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao on Wednesday expressed gratitude towards his supporters following his sentencing for anti-money laundering violations. What Happened: In a statement shared on the social platform X, Zhao thanked his supporters, saying, “I would like to thank everyone for your...

Martin Shkreli, the infamous former pharmaceutical executive, recently made an intriguing comment on social media platform X, hinting at his prison life. This comes as Changpeng Zhao, the co-founder of Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), has been sentenced to prison. What Happened: Shkreli, who is known as the...

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao was sentenced Tuesday to four months in prison for his role in failing to establish an effective anti-money laundering (AML) program at the cryptocurrency exchange. Judge Richard Jones of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington delivered the...

Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance (CRYPTO: BNB), is facing a potential prison sentence of three years after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) argued for his incarceration in a recent sentencing memo. DOJ Seeks Imprisonment, Citing National Security Concerns The DOJ is pushing...

Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, recently clarified that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) halving is not akin to a stock split, emphasizing the nascent stage of cryptocurrency understanding. What Happened: On Friday, Changpeng Zhao took to X, formerly Twitter, to address a question about Bitcoin...