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 (48 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 62,338 | $2,700,000 | 2,479$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 62,338 | $2,700,000 | 2,479$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Changpeng Zhao is the founder of Binance, which has been implicated in funding Iranian entities.
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Australia:
The White House also denied that there was anything untoward about Trump’s pardon in October of Changpeng Zhao, the founder and owner of the overseas crypto company Binance.
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Russia:
Changpeng Zhao is the founder of Binance who was pardoned by Donald Trump, strengthening ties between Binance and Trump's family.
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Australia:
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, was pardoned by Trump in October.
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Switzerland:
Changpeng Zhao was pardoned by Donald Trump after serving time for violations of money laundering regulations.
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United Kingdom:
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, was pardoned by Trump after pleading guilty to breaking anti-money laundering laws.
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United States:
Trump has made a number of high-profile pardons during his second term, including Binance founder Changpeng Zhao.
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Australia:
Changpeng Zhao is the founder and CEO of Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange.
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Norway:
Changpeng Zhao is the founder of a cryptocurrency exchange.
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Italy:
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, was granted clemency by Trump four months into his prison sentence.
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