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CZ Binance Released From US Custody 2 Days Earlier Than Expected

by Drop Gorn
September 28, 2024
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  • Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has been officially released from prison after serving a four-month sentence
  • Zhao was sentenced following a U.S. Department of Justice investigation that resulted in federal charges against Binance for violating anti-money laundering laws and other violations
  • Binance paid a $4 billion financial penalty and Zhao resigned as CEO, being barred from taking a management position at the firm again

Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao has been released from prison after completing his 4-month sentence for violating anti-money laundering laws.

Zhao Sentenced After DOJ Investigation Into Binance

In November 2023, the US Department of Justice charged crypto exchange Binance and Zhao with violating anti-money laundering laws, unlicensed money transmitting, and sanctions violations. As a result, Binance paid a $4 billion penalty and Zhao resigned from his management role.

Prosecutors had sought a 3-year sentence for Zhao, but he was ultimately given just 4 months. He served his time at a low-security prison in California.

BREAKING: Binance’s @cz_binance HAS OFFICIALLY BEEN RELEASED FROM PRISON 2 DAYS EARLY https://t.co/UTsTFeLYKD

— BlockNews.com (@blocknewsdotcom) September 27, 2024

Zhao Officially Released, Binance Comments on Founder’s Future

On September 27, 2024, Changpeng Zhao was officially released from prison after completing his 4-month sentence.

Binance released a statement expressing excitement about Zhao’s release and curiosity about what he will do next, although he is barred from taking a management position at Binance again.

Crypto investors are anxious to see what comes next for the influential founder now that he has been released from prison. Zhao was formerly one of crypto’s most prominent figures as head of Binance, once among the sector’s most trusted exchanges.

What’s Next for Changpeng Zhao and Crypto?

While Zhao can no longer operate Binance, many are excited to see what ventures he takes on next and how he will continue to shape the crypto space. His release comes at a time when the sector aims to rebuild trust after high-profile legal issues.

Zhao still wields substantial influence in crypto. His future moves will be closely watched by investors and could potentially impact prices and the overall market. For now, the community welcomes back a key figure as he looks ahead after serving time.

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