Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Binance founder, has accused The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) of publishing a defamatory article about him in exchange for payment. This stems from a WSJ report alleging that CZ, during his plea bargain with the government for anti-money laundering violations, agreed to provide information on criminal allegations against Justin Sun, the founder of Tron (TRX). CZ refuted these claims, stating he "heard that someone paid the WSJ to request a slanderous article about me," further adding, "WSJ is really trying hard." He views the WSJ's reporting as malicious and aimed at damaging the cryptocurrency industry's reputation. The specifics of the "slanderous article" revolve around accusations of CZ providing incriminating evidence against Justin Sun to authorities. This latest accusation intensifies the ongoing tension between CZ and the WSJ, adding another layer to the narrative surrounding Binance's legal troubles and the broader crypto landscape. ```

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