**Changpeng Zhao (CZ)**, born in China (1977) and raised in Canada, is the founder of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world. Before Binance, he worked at Blockchain.info and OKCoin. In 2017, he launched Binance, noted for its speed, low fees, and wide range of crypto assets. The platform grew exponentially, driven by the BNB token and services like Binance Smart Chain. In 2023, he faced SEC charges for alleged regulatory violations and money laundering, which led him to resign as CEO and accept a $4.3 billion fine. Despite the controversies, CZ is a key figure in the global adoption of cryptocurrencies. $BNB