Changpeng Zhao Makes History as Wealthiest US Prisoner with $33B Fortune
Despite his four-month prison sentence, Changpeng Zhao’s $33B personal net worth, which is set to keep growing, makes him the richest US inmate in history.
KikyoDespite his four-month prison sentence, Changpeng Zhao’s $33B personal net worth, which is set to keep growing, makes him the richest US inmate in history.
KikyoBinance was fined by the Canadian financial regulator for violating anti-money laundering rules. The Wall Street Journal revealed that Binance found market maker DWF Labs involved in market manipulation.
AlexNigeria's EFCC froze over 1,100 crypto traders' accounts due to alleged currency manipulation and money laundering, intensifying concerns about crypto regulation. While the CBN denies a crypto ban, the EFCC's actions and regulatory uncertainties cast a shadow over Nigeria's crypto future.
WeatherlyThailand's SEC is tightening rules against unlicensed crypto platforms, echoing similar actions in other Asian countries like the Philippines and India, while Binance faces regulatory challenges across the region.
WeatherlyBNB Foundation successfully completes its 27th quarterly token burn, removing 1.94 million BNB, valued at $1.17 billion, advancing token scarcity and ecosystem health.
SanyaTigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive, faces prolonged detention in Nigeria due to postponed bail hearing and impending trial on money laundering charges. His family and experts argue he's being unfairly targeted, potentially as a scapegoat for Nigeria's economic struggles, while Binance's compliance practices are under scrutiny.
AnaisBinance's compliance officer, Tigran Gambaryan, faces detainment in Nigeria amid the company's legal battles and regulatory challenges, while Binance seeks redemption through strategic appointments like Martin Grant, aiming to navigate the delicate balance between regulatory compliance and crypto innovation.
AnaisBinance, the world's largest crypto exchange, is making a comeback in India by agreeing to pay a $2 million fine and commit to local regulations, signaling a shift in the Indian crypto landscape towards compliance and collaboration. This move could fuel growth and innovation in India's crypto market, setting a precedent for global regulatory frameworks.
WeatherlyHow did CZ went from flipping burgers in Canadian McDonald's to running a crypto empire worth billions of dollars?
ZoeyNigerian authorities are pursuing Binance executive Nadeem Anjarwalla, who fled custody, facing serious charges totaling $35.4 million, including tax evasion and money laundering, highlighting challenges in regulating cryptocurrencies and international cooperation in financial crime prosecution.
JoyBitTrade, a Japanese crypto exchange, broadens its lending program to include XRP and SHIB, offering users a 2% annual yield over 90 days, amid market buzz surrounding Shiba Inu's burn rate surge and XRP's projected "mega pump."
JasperThe crypto data platform plans to integrate new endpoints into its crypto data API by Q2 2024, covering various aspects of NFT data across major platforms.
DavinGenesis pursues $689 million recovery in a legal clash with Gemini post-FTX collapse, sparking lawsuits and disputes over fund recovery and collateral use.
Hui XinKyberSwap, a decentralised exchange spanning 15 blockchains, grapples with a significant $48 million security breach, prompting urgent user fund withdrawals and raising concerns about the vulnerability of liquidity providers across various DeFi platforms.
JasperThese long-awaited reimbursements will be financed through the sale of Mt. Gox's remaining assets, including 142,000 BTC, 143,000 BCH, and 69 billion yen (about $625 million)
DavinNorth Korean hackers, posing as journalists, escalate cyber threats by targeting nearly 1,500 South Korean officials in a sophisticated phishing campaign, compromising crypto accounts, and deploying mining malware, prompting urgent calls for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
JasperKuCoin, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, introduces KuCard, a Visa-powered crypto debit card that transforms digital assets into everyday spending power.
JoyNetflix director Carl Erik Rinsch diverts $4 million from Conquest series budget to invest in Dogecoin, yielding a $27 million windfall, prompting a $14 million dispute with Netflix.
JasperBinance admits guilt, settles $4.3 billion charges for neglecting illicit transactions, including child pornography, prompting CEO resignation and condemnation from US Treasury Secretary Yellen.
Hui XinThis incident follows a string of exploits related to Justin Sun, who just saw Poloniex suffer a $100 million hack this month.
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