Tag: Binance

New Binance CEO Teng Evasive in First Marquee Interview Since Getting One of the Biggest Jobs in Crypto

“I’ve asked you where Binance’s global headquarters is, I’ve asked you whether Binance is going to undergo an audit, how many employees the company currently has on its books and whether you’re applying for a license in the UK, which is what Binance told us during our last FT crypto conference. You haven’t answered those questions,” Chipolina said after repeatedly trying to get an answer from Teng. Source

Binance Launches Anchored Coins EUR (AEUR), Celebrates Listing with Promo Offer

Issued natively on the Ethereum and BNB Chain, AEUR intends to add support for more blockchains in the near future. Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of Anchored Coins EUR (AEUR) stablecoin. According to the announcement, users may begin trading the new stablecoin on its platform today by 10:00 (UTC). For a start, however, only four trading pairs will be supported. They are AEUR/USDT, BTC/AEUR, ETH/AEUR, and EUR/AEUR. As Binance commonly does its listings, withdrawal of AEUR will be delayed for at least…

Binance New CEO Sheds Light on Next Move to Ensure Mainstream Adoption of Web3 and Digital Assets

Richard Teng announced that Binance will remain user-focused, will work closely with regulators, and collaborate with its partners to ensure seamless adoption of crypto assets and blockchain technology. After more than 18 months, Bitcoin (BTC) price has risen above $41,000 following heightened demand by institutional investors and more crypto regulatory clarity in different jurisdictions including the United States. The altcoin market, led by Ethereum (ETH) has registered a notable breakout fueled by FOMO traders. As a result, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization has reached $1.6 trillion but is still below…

Binance ex-CEO faces travel ban; BTC ETF

Changpeng Zhao, Binance’s former CEO, faced a setback; the Bitcoin spot ETF craze continues, with BlackRock and Grayscale modifying their filings; and BTC clinched the $39,000 spot amid a sustained market uptrend. Binance ex-CEO’s travel ban Recall that the U.S. Justice Department argued against letting Zhao leave to the UAE, adding that he might not return to the U.S. to face his sentencing, as the country does not have an extradition agreement with the UAE. This week, District Judge Richard Jones agreed that authorities restrict Zhao from leaving the U.S.…

Coinbase market share grows outside US trading hours amid Binance saga: Report

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Following cryptocurrency exchange Binance reaching a substantial multi-billion-dollar settlement with United States regulators last week, an on-chain data analytics firm reported a surge in Coinbase’s market share. On November 21, Binance and the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) reached a settlement of $4.3 billion, settling allegations related to anti-money laundering. However, the legal challenges have led to other crypto exchanges seeing an increase in market share, according to research firm Kaiko Research. The firm recently published a report that indicates that Coinbase has seen an uptick in its trading…

Cristiano Ronaldo Faces $1B Class Action Lawsuit Over Binance Endorsement

“Mr. Ronaldo’s promotions were published on public websites, television and social media accounts accessible to plaintiffs nationwide, including in Florida,” the suit reads. “On information and belief, in exchange for his services, Mr. Ronaldo received a substantial total compensation package which likely included compensation in the form of digital assets transmitted through the Binance platforms.” Source

Binance VIP traders got sneak peak of US settlement: Report

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Executives of cryptocurrency exchange Binance reportedly gave a heads-up to its top market makers regarding a potential $4.3-billion settlement with authorities in the United States. According to a Dec. 1 Bloomberg report, Binance traders at an exclusive September dinner in Singapore were informed about a tentative deal the crypto exchange had with U.S. officials — roughly two months before the details were made public. Some Binance executives reportedly told certain traders at the event that the exchange could easily afford the $4.3-billion penalty to stay in business. Then Binance CEO…

FTX and Alameda Research Move $10.8M in Cryptocurrencies to Binance, Coinbase, Wintermute

These asset shifts have also been constantly noticed ever since FTX filed for bankruptcy, leaving many to speculate about the rationale behind the moves. According to a recent tweet by Spot on Chain, crypto accounts linked to the collapsed crypto exchange FTX and its sister trading firm Alameda Research executed over $10 million worth of token transfers across six currencies within a 12-hour span. These movements involve a part of the remaining digital assets still controlled by FTX bankruptcy administrators. The frequency and strategies behind the withdrawals have kept many…

FTX and Alameda Research cash out $10.8M to Binance, Coinbase, Wintermute

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Wallets linked to defunct crypto trading firms FTX and Alameda Research moved $10.8 million to accounts in Binance, Coinbase and Wintermute using eight cryptocurrencies. Blockchain analysis firm Spot On Chain found $10.8 million worth of cryptocurrencies being moved from FTX and Alameda Research accounts to various crypto exchanges. The firm estimated that the defunct entities transferred $551 million since Oct. 24 using 59 different cryptocurrency tokens. #FTX and #Alameda moved out $10.8M worth of 8 assets to #Wintermute, #Binance, and #Coinbase in the past 11 hrs: 10M $GMT ($2.58M)407K $UNI…

Binance Executes Triparty Agreement to Help Institutional Players Manager Counterparty Risks

This new pilot project from Binance addresses the paramount concern of counterparty risk, while aligning with the risk tolerance of institutional investors. In a groundbreaking move, Binance has accomplished the world’s inaugural cryptocurrency triparty arrangement in collaboration with an undisclosed banking partner, on Thursday, November 30. This pioneering development introduces a unique solution within the crypto space, mirroring traditional financial structures and strategically tailored to meet the requirements of institutional investors. Binance has embarked on a series of pilot projects, introducing a groundbreaking solution not offered by any other cryptocurrency…