Behind bars: 6 crypto execs who did time and one who got away…
These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail. Go to Source
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These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail. Go to Source
BNB price has struggled, but some investors claim Changpeng “CZ” Zhao’s release will pump BNB price even as network fundamentals worsen. Go to Source
One legal expert says if the class action lawsuit progresses, it could put the “efficacy of blockchain analytics itself” on trial. Go to Source
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 … Read more
The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has issued an order in the SEC’s case against Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao. The court allowed most claims to proceed, including those related to unregistered crypto sales and fraudulent practices, while dismissing some claims related to BUSD and secondary BNB sales. Some Charges Against … Read more
Judge Amy Berman Jackson however dismissed the SEC’s claim that BNB is traded illegally on secondary markets, citing the Ripple decision. Go to Source
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,” … Read more
While Changpeng “CZ” Zhao received a surprisingly moderate jail term, Oregon has become the sixth state to revoke, suspend or decline to renew Binance.US’ license. Go to Source
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 … Read more
CZ’s charges are serious, justified, and “sent a message” to the industry that compliance “must be taken seriously,” says lawyer and RMIT lecturer Aaron Lane. Go to Source