Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao recently addressed various pertinent questions about the leading Bitcoin (BTC) trading venue and its future amid ongoing regulatory challenges. Zhao, known within the crypto sector as “CZ,” provided insight on the exchange’s current situation as well as BNB Chain’s momentum in a recent X (formerly Twitter) “Ask Me Anything” session. CZ debunks Binance rumors and FUD Zhao began by addressing the rumors surrounding Binance, emphasizing that negative news often spreads faster than the truth in the crypto world. He acknowledged the presence of FUD (fear, uncertainty,…
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Binance CEO CZ forecasts DeFi outgrowing CeFi in the next bull run
Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao predicts that decentralized finance (DeFi) has the potential to surpass centralized finance (CeFi) in the next bull run. During a Sept. 1 live X Spaces (formerly Twitter Spaces), titled CZ AMA, CZ shared his thoughts on the future of DeFi. “I think the more decentralized the industry becomes, the better,” he declares, adding that it may not be long before it takes over CeFi trading volumes: “Defi is the future, the volume is somewhere between 5% to 10% of CeFi volumes, which is not small right […]…
Binance Australia GM ‘really confident’ regulators will side with crypto
Binance Australia General Manager Ben Rose says he’s “really confident” that Australian regulators will eventually make the right choices when it comes to laws that govern digital assets in the country. “There are lots of very smart people in the government working really hard on [crypto] policy, so I’m really confident that we’ll get there in the end,” said Rose, speaking to Cointelegraph at the Intersekt Fintech conference in Melbourne, Australia on Aug. 31. Roses’ comments stand against a backdrop of recent hostility towards crypto — some of which has…
Binance Labs launches ColLabs for founders and builders
Share Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Telegram Copy Link Link copied Binance Labs is launching a new platform called ColLabs, targeting web3 founders, builders, and investors. ColLabs aims to streamline venture capital operations, knowledge sharing, and professional networking. It extends Binance Labs’ ongoing incubation and guidance efforts, targeting the mentoring and funding needs of the web3 sector with unique resources like customized learning content and event access. However, there have been question about it accessibility due to the exclusivity of these resources. We’re thrilled to announce ColLabs…
SEC Files ‘Secret’ Sealed Motion in Court Battle Against Top Crypto Exchange Binance
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is seeking the court’s approval to submit confidential documents related to the regulator’s lawsuit against the crypto exchange Binance. On Monday, the SEC filed a sealed motion for leave to file documents under seal. If granted, the agency will be allowed to file sensitive or confidential information with the court that will be kept off the public record. John Reed Stark, former chief of the SEC’s Office of Internet Enforcement, says filing court documents under seal is a rare move by the SEC…
Binance reportedly loses APAC region head amid regulatory issues
Share Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Telegram Copy Link Link copied One of Binance’s top executives is reportedly exiting the company following several senior executive departures in recent months. Binance Asia-Pacific (APAC) chief Leon Foong is resigning from the firm, Bloomberg reported on Aug. 31, citing people familiar with the matter. While the report does not state the reason for Foong’s exit, the executive has become the latest senior employee to leave the crypto exchange. Binance has also seen the departure of several top executives, including general…
Court Says Yes To Binance Request In Case Against SEC
In a new development in the ongoing case between crypto exchange Binance.US and the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Court has approved Binance’s request for a new attorney. Following approval from Judge Amy Jackson, attorney Andrew Rhys Davies can now appear in court for Binance.US. Approval From US Judge According to a previous filing, attorney Andrew Rhys Davies had initially filed to represent Binance pro hac vice in the lawsuit. However, the federal judge had asked Davies to file a notice of appearance. In the latest filing details on…
Binance Phasing Out Support for BUSD Stablecoin by Q1 2024
Binance will delist BUSD as a loanable asset on September 6 and will suspend withdrawals of Binance-pegged BUSD tokens via BNB Chain, Avalanche, Polygon, and Tron on September 7. Renowned crypto exchange Binance has officially announced its decision to discontinue support for its native stablecoin, Binance USD (BUSD), by February 2024. Paxos’ Role in Binance’s Decision The decision to phase out BUSD support is closely tied to developments involving Paxos, the company responsible for minting new BUSD tokens. Binance disclosed that Paxos has decided to halt the minting of new…
Binance to halt BUSD support due to legal issues
On Aug. 30, Binance informed users via its in-app notification about its intended discontinuation of the BUSD stablecoin support in early 2024. Binance intends to cease support for the BUSD stablecoin. The move indicates a shift in Binance’s operations amidst ongoing legal battles. As Paxos has halted minting of new BUSD, #Binance will now gradually remove support for the stablecoin on our platform. BUSD will always remain backed 1:1 by USD, and we continue to support a wide range of other stablecoins. Find more details below. — Binance (@binance) August…
Binance to 'Gradually' End Support for BUSD Products
Binance to 'Gradually' End Support for BUSD Products Source