**Binance** is one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges.
* **Founded**: In 2017 by Changpeng Zhao (CZ)
* **Main Services**: Buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrencies (like Bitcoin, Ethereum)
* **Other Features**: Futures trading, staking, NFTs, and a native token called **BNB**
* **Known For**: High trading volume, wide range of coins, and low fees
* **Challenges**: Faced regulatory issues in several countries
**In short**: Binance is a global platform where users trade digital currencies and access various crypto-related services.