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Binance CEO Announces Resignation And Pleads Guilty To Criminal Charges
Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, has decided to step down from his role and admit guilt to criminal charges. This move comes as part of a settlement with the US government, which has leveled three specific charges against Binance: conspiracy, violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, and operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business. Breaking: The CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, plans to step down and plead guilty to violating U.S. anti-money laundering requirements. The cryptocurrency exchange will also pay $4.3 billion in fines. https://t.co/qsiTatxsAT https://t.co/qsiTatxsAT — The Wall Street Journal (@WSJ) November 21, 2023 Binance Charged With Three
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