Changpeng Zhao

Changpeng Zhao

entrepreneur China

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
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
876,521
Power
4,659$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 2 4.00 0.06% +10% 67,886,011 48,239 $2,700,000 1,919$
Slovenia 1 3.00 0.08% +0% 2,078,938 1,602 $56,000 43$
India 1 6.00 0.05% +0% 1,380,004,385 726,701 $2,900,000 1,527$
Israel 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 9,216,900 5,037 $400,000 219$
Pakistan 1 7.00 0.03% +0% 220,892,331 75,908 $280,000 96$
Portugal 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 10,196,709 5,719 $240,000 135$
Australia 1 3.00 0.05% +0% 25,499,884 13,316 $1,380,000 721$
Totals 8 1,715,775,158 876,522 $7,956,000 4,660$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Binance's founder and former chief executive, Changpeng Zhao, pleaded guilty in 2023 to money laundering charges. 3

The Sydney Morning Herald: Which conflicts of interest? Trump doubles down on crypto

Pakistan Pakistan: Bilal Thaqib informed about the visit of Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, regarding international cooperation. 7

Daily Jang: ٹیکنالوجی کے عالمی لیڈرز پاکستان کی طرف دیکھ رہے ہيں، بلال ثاقب

Slovenia Slovenia: Changpeng Zhao is the founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance and has pleaded guilty to violations of U.S. money laundering laws. 3

Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959: Domnevna zahteva Zahoda za cenzuro telegrama v Romuniji zavrnjena

Pakistan Pakistan: Changpeng Zhao’s appointment as a strategic advisor serves as a double-edged sword for the Pakistan Crypto Council. 5

Dawn – Pakistan’s oldest and most widely read English daily, est. 1941: Turning Crypto Ambitions Into Realities