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Binance CEO Teng Rejects Allegations the Exchange Froze All Palestinians' Funds

The crypto exchange complies with anti-money laundering legislation, he said.

Richard Teng (Binance)

Finance

WazirX Asks Singapore Court for 6 Months to Restructure Liabilities as CoinSwitch Weighs Legal Action

Indian rival CoinSwitch said it is likely to sue the hacked crypto exchange, where $9.6 million worth of deposits were held.

WazirX CEO Nischal Shetty (WazirX)

Policy

Jailed Binance Exec's Nigeria Case to Be Heard a Month Early

The trial is set to resume next week after Tigran Gambaryan's defense lawyers requested that the case be heard sooner than the planned date in October.

Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of crime compliance, is one of two executives detained in Nigeria. (Shutterstock/Consensus)

Policy

‘My Living Nightmare’: Detained Binance Exec’s Wife Begs for His Immediate Release

Tigran Gambaryan’s family says he can no longer walk and has battled multiple bouts of malaria pneumonia.

Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of crime compliance, is one of two executives detained in Nigeria. (Shutterstock/Consensus)

Videos

Kamala Harris Signals Interest in Friendlier Stance on Crypto; Binance CEO on Exchange's Future

"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry today, as one of Kamala Harris' top campaign officials says the Democratic presidential candidate will support policy efforts to encourage the growth of the crypto industry. Plus, Binance's new CEO Richard Teng weighs in on the future of the exchange, and will Robert Kennedy Jr. drop out of the 2024 presidential race?

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Bringing Him Home Is Our Top Priority, Says Binance CEO on Detained Executive

Binance CEO Richard Teng addresses the situation surrounding Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan who is detained in Nigeria. Teng emphasizes that the company's top priority is securing his safe return.

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Videos

Binance CEO Navigates Regulatory Waters, Eyes Global Growth

Binance CEO Richard Teng discusses his strategic vision for the cryptocurrency exchange, focusing on global expansion and regulatory compliance. Since taking over the helm, Teng has been working to transform Binance from a founder-led organization into a sustainable, long-term enterprise with a solid governance structure. He highlights the company's efforts to improve transparency, establish better relationships with global regulators, and navigate the challenges posed by its past.

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Policy

'Get Him Home': Binance CEO Urges Nigerian Government to Free Detained Exec

Tigran Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen who works for Binance, has been held in Nigeria since February.

Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of crime compliance, is one of two executives detained in Nigeria. (Shutterstock/Consensus)

Policy

New Binance CEO Sees No Need for IPO as He Plots 100-Year Strategy for Crypto Exchange

Richard Teng, who replaced founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao in November, is playing the long game.

Binance CEO Richard Teng speaking to CoinDesk journalists in New York. (Jennifer Sanasie/CoinDesk)

Policy

Nigeria Court Freezes $38M of Crypto Allegedly Sent to Support Protests in the Country: Reports

Nigerian authorities have traced $50 million of cryptocurrency sent to support recent protests, local media reported.

Lagos, Nigeria (Nupo Deyon Daniel/Unsplash)