Richard Teng Takes Helm as Binance CEO Following Changpeng “CZ” Zhao's Guilty Plea and Resignation
Summary:
In the wake of allegations of Anti-Money Laundering violations by the U.S. Department of Justice, Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao pleaded guilty and stepped down as the CEO. He has been succeeded by Richard Teng, the former Head of Regional Markets outside the U.S. The charges resulted in a hefty $4.3 billion settlement for Binance and a $50 million personal fine for Zhao. Despite this, Zhao will retain his shares and won't serve jail time. In his new role, Teng has reassured users about Binance's financial strength, security, and commitment to safety.
Richard Teng, previously the head of regional markets outside of the US for Binance, has been appointed as the new CEO of the leading cryptocurrency exchange. This executive shift comes in light of the company's founder and preceding CEO, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, stepping down amidst pleading guilty to accusations posed by the U.S. Department of Justice. Zhao confesses, it was emotionally strenuous to step down, but necessary given his errors, displaying a sense of accountability. He believes this decision will benefit the Binance community, the firm, as well as himself.
As reported earlier by Cointelegraph, Zhao and Binance have accepted a plea deal with the DOJ following allegations of Anti-Money Laundering breach. The settlement will cost Binance $4.3 billion. Moreover, it reportedly inhibits Zhao from taking an executive position in any cryptocurrency firm. He is personally liable to pay a penalty of $50 million. However, he is allowed to retain his shares without having to serve imprisonment.
Former CEO Zhao brought Teng's elevation to light through a post on X, concurrent with the initiation of a Department of Justice press meet revealing their measures against Binance. According to Zhao, Teng is an adept leader with three decades of financial services and regulatory experience under his belt, making him the right person to steer the company through its forthcoming phase of growth. He is confident that Teng will guarantee Binance's progress towards security, transparency, compliance, and expansion.
Teng, on accepting his new role, reassured Binance users of the company's robust financial strength, security, and safety. Richard Teng expressed his eagerness to embrace his new responsibilities and honor as he navigates the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume through these challenging times.
This story is under development, and additional information will be updated as it unfolds.
Published At
11/21/2023 8:45:00 PM
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