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Binance Appoints Dual CEOs to Drive Global Expansion

12/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Binance named Yi He, co-founder of Binance, as co-CEO alongside Richard Teng, a Binance executive, at the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.
Yi He will focus on product development and user engagement.
Richard Teng will oversee regulatory and compliance matters.
The dual leadership aims to improve operational clarity and support Binance's expansion into regulated markets as the platform approaches 300 million users globally.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 2017 by Changpeng Zhao, Binance quickly became the largest cryptocurrency exchange, reaching over 100 million users by 2021. However, the company faced regulatory scrutiny, including investigations by the U.S. Department of Justice. In November 2023, Zhao stepped down as CEO after pleading guilty to multiple charges, leading to the appointment of Yi He and Richard Teng as co-CEOs to enhance compliance and governance.

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Story summary

Binance named Yi He, co-founder of Binance, as co-CEO alongside Richard Teng, a Binance executive, at the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.
Yi He will focus on product development and user engagement.
Richard Teng will oversee regulatory and compliance matters.
The dual leadership aims to improve operational clarity and support Binance's expansion into regulated markets as the platform approaches 300 million users globally.

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