Binance.US

Bloomberg reported on October 15, 2026 that Binance.US sought up to $100 million in financing at an approximately $1 billion valuation. Its sources said World Liberty had been informed of the round but was not participating. Both companies declined comment.1

Changpeng Zhao

Discussed U.S. expansion at World Liberty forum, February 20262

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty in November 2023 to failing to maintain an effective anti-money-laundering program. He received a four-month prison sentence and a $50 million fine in April 2024. Trump signed his pardon on October 21, 2025; the announcement followed on October 23.2–5

Documented connections

Changpeng Zhao →Discussed U.S. expansion at World Liberty forum, February 20262

Sources and documents
  1. finance.yahoo.com
  2. news.bloomberglaw.com
  3. www.justice.gov
  4. www.justice.gov
  5. www.theblock.co

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