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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 4.33 | 0.15% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 100,374 | $2,700,000 | 3,992$ |
| Switzerland | 2 | 5.50 | 0.18% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 17,565 | $700,000 | 1,421$ |
| Panama | 1 | 3.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 4,090 | $76,000 | 72$ |
| India | 1 | 3.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 1,261,430 | $2,900,000 | 2,651$ |
| United States | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 157,470 | $21,000,000 | 9,990$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 10,186 | $89,000 | 84$ |
| Paraguay | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 7,132,538 | 6,508 | $38,000 | 35$ |
| Norway | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 5,095 | $403,000 | 379$ |
| Montenegro | 1 | 4.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 628,066 | 582 | $5,500 | 5$ |
| Thailand | 1 | 8.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 69,799,978 | 93,566 | $505,000 | 677$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 9,269 | $430,000 | 403$ |
| Australia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 23,224 | $1,380,000 | 1,257$ |
| Totals | 15 | 1,921,082,454 | 1,689,359 | $30,226,500 | 20,966$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Australia:
Changpeng Zhao was a prominent guest on Nawfal's Roundtable, which focused on crypto topics.
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Montenegro:
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance exchange, was sentenced to four months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering regulations in 2023.
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United Arab Emirates:
Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, participated in a discussion session at the conference.
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Dominican Republic:
Changpeng Zhao is the co-founder of the cryptocurrency platform Binance who was pardoned by Trump for money laundering.
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Paraguay:
Changpeng Zhao, co-founder of the cryptocurrency platform Binance, received clemency from Trump for money laundering charges.
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Norway:
Changpeng Zhao is the founder of Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges.
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Thailand:
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, participated in a historic debate on the future of money.
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United Kingdom:
In October, Trump pardoned a crypto executive, Changpeng Zhao, who was convicted of money laundering.
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United States:
Trump has pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who pleaded guilty to a money laundering charge in 2023.
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Switzerland:
Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, is the co-founder of Binance and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency world.
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