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Abstract:Cristiano Ronaldo embroiled in $1B lawsuit over Binance ties, while Binance and ex-CEO CZ confront DOJ in a multi-billion-dollar legal storm, reshaping the crypto landscape.
Soccer luminary Cristiano Ronaldo finds himself ensnared in a legal saga within the United States, embroiled in a class-action lawsuit worth a staggering $1 billion, tethered to his association with Binance. Allegations claim that Ronaldo's endorsement of the crypto platform led investors into substantial financial losses.
Outlined in a BBC report, the lawsuit contends that Ronaldo's promotions steered individuals into investments that ultimately proved unprofitable. Seeking compensation exceeding $1 billion, the plaintiffs are steadfast in their pursuit of recompense.
The collaboration between Ronaldo and Binance came into the spotlight with the launch of the “CR7” collection of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in November 2022. This joint effort aimed to reward Ronaldo's fervent supporters with NFTs, digital assets symbolizing ownership of online content.
Touted as a game-changer in the NFT realm, the partnership showcased Ronaldo's ambition to revolutionize football through this innovative alliance. However, the recent legal fracas has cast a spotlight on the accountability linked to celebrity endorsements in the swiftly expanding cryptocurrency sphere.
In parallel, former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) faces a formidable legal battle against the US Department of Justice (DOJ) after admitting culpability in breaching anti-money laundering laws. Earlier measures saw the DOJ seek restrictions on CZ's travel to the UAE, a request granted by the federal court.
While immediate imprisonment wasn't urged by the DOJ, they opposed CZ leaving the US, citing concerns of potential flight risk. CZ confronts a potential sentence spanning 18 months to 10 years. As part of a settlement with the DOJ, he resigned from Binance, agreeing to a $175 million bond.
Concurrently, Binance confronts substantial penalties amounting to $4.3 billion after admitting guilt in multiple charges. A settlement with the DOJ stipulates the exchange's exit from the US market and the appointment of a new CEO. The aftermath of this legal skirmish witnesses a notable exodus of Bitcoin reserves from Binance.
Under intense regulatory scrutiny for assorted violations linked to the Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering regulations, Binance takes steps to conform to US standards. Richard Teng assumes the role of the new CEO as part of the exchange's commitment to regulatory compliance.
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