In a historic move shaking up the crypto market, former U.S. President Donald Trump has officially pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) — the visionary who built the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.
CZ was convicted in 2023 for failing to implement proper anti-money-laundering (AML) systems at Binance. The company paid a record $4.3 billion fine, and CZ stepped down as CEO after serving a brief prison sentence.
Now, in 2025, Trump’s full presidential pardon wipes CZ’s record clean, signaling what many analysts call “the end of the war on crypto.”
🚀 Market Reaction:
Following the announcement, $BNB (Binance Coin) surged over 5% within minutes, as traders and investors cheered the news. The rally reflects renewed confidence in Binance’s leadership and growing optimism for a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment in the U.S.
Experts believe this turning point could reshape America’s stance on digital assets, potentially unlocking a new bullish phase across the entire crypto market.
💬 As one analyst noted:
“This isn’t just a pardon — it’s a signal that the U.S. is ready to embrace crypto innovation again.”
