Binance is a global cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to trade various digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and many altcoins. Founded in 2017 by Changpeng Zhao (CZ), it quickly became one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume. Binance offers a wide range of services, such as spot trading, futures trading, staking, lending, and a decentralized exchange (DEX). It also provides educational resources, wallet services, and a native token called BNB (Binance Coin).