Cryptoquant’s chief executive has expressed optimism about the return of former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), believing it could lead to major market movements. “Bullish vibes everywhere,” he said, emphasizing that CZ “just needs to post ‘I’m back’ and the market will skyrocket.” Cryptoquant Founder Expects CZ’s Return to Spark Market Surge Ki Young Ju,…
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Solana (SOL) broke above a key resistance level on Friday, fueling the bullish sentiment that reignited over a week ago. As a result, some analysts think the fifth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization could be about to see a massive bull run as “Uptober” approaches. Solana Retests $160 Resistance Solana’s rally started last week following the…
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Binance CEO Richard Teng has highlighted the significant interest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, noting that U.S.-listed bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) had attracted over $14.7 billion in net inflows over the past six months. Teng emphasized the industry’s robust long-term fundamentals and urged the community to stay focused and continue building despite market fluctuations. Binance’s…
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Multiple U.S. states have revoked or declined to renew Binance US money transmitter licenses due to compliance issues and legal troubles involving former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ). “North Dakota joins Alaska, Florida, Maine, North Carolina, and Oregon who have taken similar actions to revoke or deny the renewal of BAM Trading Services’ Money Transmission License,”…
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Crypto exchange Binance is facing a $4.3 million USD fine by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) for violating terrorist financing and money laundering laws, the Canadian regulator announced Thursday.According to a press release, Binance will have to pay $6,002,000 CAD in administrative monetary penalties for failing to register with FINTRAC…
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Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has expressed his gratitude to the crypto community for their support following his four-month U.S. prison sentence for pleading guilty to money laundering charges. “I will remain a passive investor (and holder) in crypto. Our industry has entered a new phase. Compliance is super important,” Zhao emphasized. CZ: Binance…
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On Tuesday, April 30, 2024, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), formerly the CEO of Binance, was sentenced in a Seattle courtroom for his compliance failures at the cryptocurrency exchange. The sentencing was first covered by Nikhilesh De and Danny Nelson of Coindesk, who reported directly from the courthouse. Per Nikhilesh De’s X thread, the proceedings began with…
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Binance co-founder He Yi provided insights into Changpeng Zhao’s (CZ) legal situation at a Dubai event on April 19, expressing optimism despite his upcoming sentencing in the United States. This follows CZ’s plea deal, which resulted in his departure from Binance and the company’s substantial $4.3 billion forfeiture. While a potential sentence of up to…
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Binance Holdings is set to pay $4.3 billion in fines following the approval of its plea agreement with prosecutors by U.S. District Judge Richard Jones on Friday. Beyond the financial settlement, a third party will oversee Binance’s operations for a duration of five years. Historic $4.3 Billion Binance Settlement Approved by Seattle Judge Binance, the…
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A recent report indicates that regulatory authorities in Alaska and Florida have prohibited Binance US from operating within their jurisdictions. This development comes in the wake of Binance, along with its previous CEO Changpeng Zhao, reaching a plea agreement with the U.S. government. Alaska and Florida Issue Cease Operations Orders to Binance US Binance US,…
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