In the article, Hayes presented a unique perspective on centralization, branding himself, and even Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, as sinners in the eyes of “Lord Satoshi”. In his recent article, “Panda Power”, Arthur Hayes, a prominent crypto expert and BitMEX co-founder provided a unique perspective on China’s impact on Bitcoin (BTC) mining and the broader global crypto ecosystem. US-China Relations and the Crypto Market Hayes explores the recent developments in US-China...
Read More »SEC Intensifies Hunt for Evidence in Binance.US Fraud Probe
According to the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), allegations of money laundering against Binance may be just the tip of the iceberg. Binance, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges, faces heightened scrutiny from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). A recent report by the Wall Street Journal suggests that the SEC is actively searching for additional evidence to substantiate allegations of potential fraud at Binance.US. The SEC’s Lawsuit against Binance The...
Read More »JPMorgan Says Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) Can Expect Significant Outflows on ETH Approval
If the entire $2.7 billion exits the bitcoin market, it would exert significant downward pressure on bitcoin prices, the authors stated. However, if most of this $2.7 billion transitions into other bitcoin instruments, such as the newly established spot bitcoin ETFs post SEC approval, the negative market impact would be more moderate. Nevertheless, the bank indicated that Bitcoin continues to face downside risks, as some of the $2.7 billion is likely to exit the Bitcoin space completely. The...
Read More »Coinbase Takes Spotlight Following Binance’s Regulatory Woes
Legal experts, including Ripple lawyer John E. Deaton, share Armstrong’s optimism, speculating that Coinbase will be a significant beneficiary of Binance’s regulatory challenges. Recent developments have thrust Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN) into the spotlight, positioning it as the frontrunner following regulatory challenges faced by its main rival, Binance. The collapse of FTX had already reshaped the crypto industry, and now, with Binance capitulating to the United States Department...
Read More »Crypto Traders Unmoved by Binance’s Guilty Plea, Remain Bullish on Bitcoin
A high-profile situation that eventually led to CZ leaving his role as CEO of Binance has not distracted traders from their interest in Bitcoin. Crypto traders appear to be unbothered about the industry-shaping events of the last 24 hours. On Tuesday, November 21, reports circulated that both Binance exchange and its chief Changpeng “CZ” Zhao had agreed to a criminal settlement that would see the exchange pay $4.3 billion in fines. However, such a high-profile situation that eventually...
Read More »CZ Released from Custody on $175M Bond after Guilty Plea
Besides the fines Changpeng Zhao will pay, Binance has also agreed to pay $4.3 billion to the United States Department of Justice (DoJ). Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has been released from custody after agreeing to a personal recognizance bond of $175 million. Mr Zhao pled guilty to accusations by federal officials that he violated the Bank Secrecy Act. According to the prosecutors, Binance and CZ knowingly allowed US customers on the platform without conducting proper KYC and AML...
Read More »Crypto Market Sees Uptick on Prospects of Binance’s Resolution with DoJ
The potential resolution of the US criminal investigation into Binance marks a critical juncture for the crypto industry. If Binance agrees to the proposed fine, it would represent one of the largest settlements in the history of the crypto market. The crypto market experienced a surge of cautious optimism as reports emerged regarding the possible resolution of Binance’s longstanding US criminal investigation with the United States Department of Justice (DoJ). Binance’s Reported...
Read More »Changpeng Zhao Loses Another $12B of His Fortune amid Regulatory Scrutiny
Zhao’s woes and those that are related to his exchange have been largely a result of the ongoing lawsuits against them. Binance co-founder and CEO Changpeng Zhao continues to see his fortune slashed after he reportedly lost another $11.9 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This brings his total fortune loss from the January 2022 peak of $97 billion to around $80 billion. Zhao Is Losing His Wealth, Here’s Why As of publication, Zhao’s crypto empire is now worth a measly...
Read More »Executive Director of Binance France Resigns amid Ongoing Regulatory Scrutiny
With Stéphanie Cabossioras’ resignation, she joins at least 10 other senior executives who have left Binance this year. Stéphanie Cabossioras has resigned from her role as executive director of Binance France, the French arm of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. Her departure comes as the latest in a series of high-level exits from Binance and occurs against a backdrop of heightened regulatory pressure on the company. Cabossioras was appointed to lead Binance France in April...
Read More »Regulators in Brazil Accuses Binance of Running Pyramid Scheme
The Congressional Committee of Brazil noted that Binance was running a pyramid scheme and operating while bypassing the regulators. The case is now for the Brazilian police to look after. A congressional committee in Brazil has made allegations against Binance, asserting the platform’s involvement in a fraudulent pyramid scheme. The committee also accuses Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the CEO of Binance, of having ulterior motives in the establishment of multiple companies in the region. The...
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