Binance Co-Founder CZ Announces Departure, Hands Reins to Richard Teng
Cryptoglobe
21 Nov 2023 10:52 PM
In a move that shocked the crypto community earlier today, Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao, widely known as "CZ," stepped down as the company's CEO, effective immediately....
- Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has stepped down as the CEO of Binance, effective immediately.
- Richard Teng, the former Global Head of Regional Markets, has been appointed as the new CEO.
- Teng brings over three decades of experience in financial services and regulatory matters.
- CZ will remain involved with Binance as a shareholder and consultant.
- CZ plans to take a break and explore new endeavors, including passive investing and mentorship.
- Binance has pleaded guilty to violations related to the Bank Secrecy Act and other regulations and will pay over $4 billion in penalties.
- CZ has also pleaded guilty to failing to maintain an effective anti-money laundering program and has resigned as CEO.
The article contains a mix of positive and negative sentiments. The positive sentiments include CZ expressing confidence in the new CEO and his commitment to security, transparency, and compliance. The negative sentiments arise from Binance's guilty plea and the penalties imposed on the company.