In a surprising development in the cryptocurrency world, United States authorities have placed a monumental $4 billion demand from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, to settle an ongoing criminal case.
This case, which is quickly gaining global attention, puts Binance and its founder, Changpeng Zhao (known as CZ), under intense scrutiny.
As reported by Bloomberg, negotiations between the US Department of Justice and Binance are centered on several serious allegations. The investigation, which has been ongoing, points to alleged money laundering activities, bank fraud and violations of international sanctions. These are accusations that, if proven, could have profound implications for both Binance and the cryptocurrency industry as a whole.
Interestingly, Changpeng Zhao, who currently resides in the United Arab Emirates – a country without an extradition treaty with the United States – could be a direct target in this case. Despite the lack of a formal treaty, there is a possibility that Zhao could choose to voluntarily come forward to US authorities, a move that would undoubtedly be a milestone in the global cryptocurrency regulatory landscape.
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Source: https://portalcripto.com.br/eua-cobram-us-4-bilhoes-da-binance-para-resolver-processo-criminal-impactos-e-implicacoes/
