Changpeng Zhao
Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, is the founder and CEO of Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world. Zhao has been a prominent figure in the crypto industry, known for advocating for blockchain technology and cryptocurrency adoption. His recent involvement in the launch of the Test (TST) cryptocurrency, which unexpectedly soared in market capitalization, has drawn significant attention, especially following his public comments on the token's nature and trading dynamics. He has faced legal challenges in the past, including a $4.3 billion settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, but has remained a key influencer in the crypto space.
Born on Sep 10, 1977 (47 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 2.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,090 | $1,700,000 | 720$ |
| Russia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 32,310 | $1,500,000 | 336$ |
| Nigeria | 1 | 2.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 206,139,589 | 87,644 | $448,000 | 190$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 45,190 | $340,000 | 158$ |
| Totals | 4 | 485,587,490 | 181,234 | $3,988,000 | 1,404$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Vietnam:
Changpeng Zhao was sentenced to a few months in prison for violating anti-money laundering regulations.
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Nigeria:
Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, was convicted of financial crimes in the U.S.
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Canada:
The SEC accused former CEO Changpeng Zhao of Binance of misleading investors and other misconduct.
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Russia:
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, warned about the test nature of the TST token and distanced himself from it.
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