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Abstract:The evolving landscape of Binance and its former CEO's legal entanglements in the US regulatory environment unfolds amidst significant resignations, settlements, and ongoing investigations.
Binance.US has asserted its autonomy from its parent company, clarifying its independent operations and distancing itself from the recent regulatory actions against Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao. Despite sharing technology with Binance, the exchange stresses its adherence to US regulations.
In response to unfolding events, Zhao has resigned as Chairman of Binance.US's Board of Directors, transferring voting rights and relinquishing governance responsibilities.
Expressing gratitude for Zhao's guidance, Binance.US announced Norman Reed as the new CEO through a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), ensuring continuity in leading the crypto exchange.
Amidst investigations by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) into Binance and Zhao, the focus remains on alleged control of Binances US affiliate and ongoing regulatory actions concerning unregistered securities offerings to US investors by Binance.US.
Simultaneously, a federal judge in the US has barred CZ's return to the UAE temporarily. Judge Richard Jones suspended CZ's travel until a verdict following his guilty plea involving anti-money laundering and US sanctions violations.
CZ's plea bargain includes a $175 million bond, backed by $15 million in cash, ensuring his appearance for sentencing. Despite resigning as Binance's CEO, CZ faces a potential 10-year prison term, expected to be reduced to 18 months, and a $50 million fine.
Concurrently, Binance has admitted guilt, agreeing to pay $4.3 billion in penalties, facing civil lawsuits involving celebrity endorsers like Cristiano Ronaldo, Jimmy Butler, Graham Stephan, and Ben Armstrong.
The exchange will pay a combined $7.1 billion in settlements to the US Department of Justice (DoJ) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
Furthermore, Zhao and Former Chief Compliance Officer Samuel Lim will face civil monetary penalties. With Zhao stepping down as Binance's CEO, the exchange plans to exit the US, complying with strict sanctions obligations under a five-year monitoring period.
However, the settlement excludes charges by the SEC, hinting at a potential legal battle unless a separate resolution is reached.
While Zhao acknowledged errors, Binance emphasized its commitment to user protection and compliance. Richard Teng, the exchange's Former Head of Regional Markets, assumes the role of the new CEO.
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