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business3 days ago•2 min saved

Binance Faces Allegations of Iran-Linked Fund Transfers

Internal Binance investigators reportedly found that Iranian-linked users accessed more than 1,500 accounts and that about $1.7 billion was moved to Iranian-backed groups, including Houthis, during 2024–25. Several investigators were disciplined or fired over handling client data, while Binance denies any sanctions violations. The report follows prior legal actions involving founder Changpeng Zhao and a Trump pardon, set against ongoing scrutiny of the exchange.

via The Guardian|

#binance #business #cryptocurrency

business20 days ago•1 min saved

Binance Boosts Trump Family’s Stablecoin with Marketing Push

Binance launched promotions to encourage purchases of World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin, deepening ties with the Trump family as the coin’s circulating supply hits about $5 billion following the pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao.

via The New York Times|

#binance #business #changpeng-zhao

crypto1 month ago•23 min saved

CZ’s Davos takeaway: prison, pardon, and a possible Bitcoin supercycle in 2026

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao said his four‑month prison sentence for AML controls violations and his Trump‑issued pardon have shifted his outlook. He dismissed any political motive behind the pardon, described becoming “a real free man,” and noted he does not trade crypto, instead taking a long‑term view. Zhao also said he briefly considered acquiring FTX but pulled back due to concerns over financial disclosures. Looking ahead, he suggested bitcoin could break its four‑year cycle and enter a 2026 supercycle, aided by a more pro‑crypto stance from the U.S. and other countries.

via The Block|

#binance #bitcoin #changpeng-zhao

business2 months ago•1 min saved

Binance Permitted Suspicious Accounts to Operate Post-Settlement

The article reports that Binance allowed suspicious accounts to operate even after a 2023 US plea agreement, raising concerns about regulatory compliance and oversight in the cryptocurrency industry.

via Financial Times|

#binance #business #cryptocurrency-regulation

politics2 months ago•12 min saved

Trump's Influence Turns 2025 into a Boon for White-Collar Crime

The article argues that under Donald Trump's presidency, there was a significant rise in white-collar crime, with high-profile pardons and policy decisions that undermined financial regulation and enforcement, benefiting criminals and undermining US economic and political stability.

via The Guardian|

#binance #corruption #pardon

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Binance's Role in Trump Pardon Sparks Confusion and Denial

President Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who had pleaded guilty to violating US anti-money laundering laws, amid his connections to a Trump family crypto venture, highlighting the intersection of crypto industry influence and political pardons.

via Bloomberg.com|

#binance #changpeng-zhao #cryptocurrency

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Claims No Knowledge of Binance's CZ After Pardon

President Trump claimed ignorance of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao when asked about his recent pardon, suggesting it was a political move and denying any personal involvement or knowledge of Zhao, despite the controversy surrounding the pardon and Binance's activities.

via CBS News|

#binance #cryptocurrency #pardon

business3 months ago•1 min saved

Trump's Crypto Pardons Spark Controversy and Uncertainty

The Trump administration's pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has elevated his status to a martyr in the crypto community, potentially leading to significant repercussions for the US crypto industry.

via WIRED|

#binance #business #crypto

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Trump Claims No Knowledge of Binance's CZ After Pardon

Former President Donald Trump claimed he has no knowledge of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) despite pardoning him, citing a desire to boost U.S. competitiveness in crypto and alleging that CZ was unfairly treated by the Biden administration. Trump also criticized Biden's use of autopen for pardons and highlighted Binance's legal and financial issues, including a $4.3 billion settlement for illicit activities.

via CNBC|

#binance #cryptocurrency #cz

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Claims Unknown Crypto Tycoon Despite Pardon

Donald Trump claims he does not know Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, despite pardoning him in October after Zhao pleaded guilty to money laundering charges; Trump attributes the pardon to a 'witch-hunt' by Biden and has no recollection of Zhao, whose case is linked to broader political controversies over pardons and autopen signatures.

via The Guardian|

#binance #cryptocurrency #pardon

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Trump's Pardon Controversies Highlight Hypocrisy and Conflicting Claims

Critics criticize Trump for claiming ignorance about the Binance founder he pardoned, highlighting contradictions in his statements about pardons and his knowledge of the individuals involved, raising questions about the legitimacy of his actions.

via HuffPost|

#auto-pen #binance #hypocrisy

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Denies Knowing Pardon Recipients in Controversial Interview

During a 60 Minutes interview, President Trump claimed he did not know Binance founder Changpeng Zhao despite pardoning him last month, and discussed topics including the government shutdown, healthcare, and immigration, largely blaming Democrats for the shutdown and criticizing Obamacare.

via Forbes|

#60-minutes #binance #cryptocurrency

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Claims Ignorance of Pardon Recipients in Crypto and Business Scandals

US President Donald Trump claimed he does not know cryptocurrency tycoon Changpeng Zhao despite pardoning him, amid controversy over Zhao's criminal charges and the impact on the crypto industry, with Trump emphasizing the importance of US leadership in digital currencies.

via BBC|

#binance #business #cryptocurrency

business4 months ago•3 min saved

Trump's Pardon of Binance's Zhao Sparks GOP Criticism

President Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao after his guilty plea for failing to implement proper anti-money laundering measures, which led to Binance paying over $4 billion in fines. Zhao's ties to Trump’s family crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, include code contributions and financial interests, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. This pardon is part of a broader trend of Trump pardoning prominent crypto figures.

via Bloomberg.com|

#binance #business #changpeng-zhao

politics4 months ago•2 min saved

Trump's Pardon of Binance Founder Sparks Political Debate

The article discusses how Binance founder Zhao's pardon by Donald Trump highlights the influence of Trump allies on K Street, with lobbying efforts and business ties illustrating the close relationship between Binance, its legal representatives, and the Trump administration.

via Politico|

#binance #k-street #lobbying