#BinanceTurns8 marks the *8th anniversary* of Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, founded in *July 2017* by *Changpeng Zhao (CZ)*.

*Highlights of Binance’s 8-year journey:*

- *2017:* Launched during the crypto boom; quickly gained global users.

- *BNB Token:* Created its own native token (BNB), now one of the top cryptos.

- *Innovation:* Launched Binance Smart Chain (BSC), NFT marketplace, and launchpads.

- *Regulatory Challenges:* Faced scrutiny and legal actions in multiple countries, including a major U.S. settlement in 2023; CZ stepped down as CEO.

- *Current Status (2025):* Still a major player in crypto trading, DeFi, and Web3 despite tighter regulations.

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