Binance CEO Richard Teng Addresses Key Issues in Recent AMA
During a recent AMA, Binance CEO Richard Teng addressed accusations of misusing Launchpool funds, discussed the HBO documentary on Bitcoinβs creator, and outlined the companyβs efforts against crypto scams.
Clarifications on Launchpool Funds Usage
During a question-and-answer session on X, Teng addressed allegations of using the companyβs balance sheet capital to farm its launchpool, a process meant to benefit the community. He firmly denied these claims, stating that Binance prioritizes user protection and fairness in trading practices.
Teng emphasized Binanceβs strict internal policies, including firing employees involved in unethical behavior, and reassured users that these accusations are βfalse and should be ignored.β
Received a question on Launchpool allocations on the X Spaces earlier. Hope this clarifies! Launchpool allocations from projects are strictly for Binance users and Binance does not take profits from these allocations intended for users, and it is ultimately at the discretion ofβ¦ β Richard Teng (@_RichardTeng)
Insights on HBOβs Satoshi Nakamoto Documentary
When asked about the HBO documentary on Bitcoinβs mysterious creator, Teng shared his perspective, humorously stating that βall of us are Satoshi,β in reference to the crypto communityβs shared belief in Bitcoinβs transformative power.
He highlighted Binanceβs rapid growth, noting that the platform has reached over 234 million users, with 54 million joining in 2024 alone. Teng believes the real Satoshi likely prefers to remain anonymous and stressed the importance of looking forward to the future of crypto adoption.
Binanceβs Fight Against Crypto Scams
Addressing scam concerns, Teng revealed that Binance has prevented $2.4 billion of fraudulent activity this year alone. He detailed Binanceβs collaborations with law enforcement globally, helping recover $7 million in stolen funds.
Teng also highlighted the companyβs educational efforts with universities and law enforcement agencies to combat fraud. In late September, Binance assisted Indiaβs Enforcement Directorate in recovering $47.6 million from a gaming scam linked to the Fiewin app, leading to the arrest of four suspects. The exchangeβs Financial Intelligence Unit provided key intelligence to track laundered funds, with the case still under investigation.
Supporting Nigeriaβs Crypto Ecosystem
Teng expressed Binanceβs commitment to fostering a vibrant crypto ecosystem in Nigeria, working with law enforcement to resolve issues and promote blockchain development.
He also shared an update on Binanceβs efforts to secure the release of Tigran, a Binance employee detained in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for him to be released.
βHe is in pain, and he is in very bad health. Our priority is to get Tigran to get home to his family so his situation does not get permanent.β β Richard Teng
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