CZ Defends Binance Against CFTC Complaint of Improper Trading

CZ, the CEO of Binance, has come forward to defend the company

The recent CFTC complaint of improper trading and market manipulation.

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, has denied allegations made by the Commodities Futures and Trading Commission (CFTC) in its March 27th complaint against the cryptocurrency exchange. 

In a blog post on March 28th, CZ dismissed the accusations, stating that Binance does not engage in market manipulation or trade for profit under any circumstances. He further stated that Binance has always been committed to maintaining proper compliance procedures and adhering to regulatory requirements.

The CFTC has filed a complaint against Binance, alleging that the exchange has engaged in trading on its own platform using 300 "house accounts" without proper disclosure to customers in its Terms of Use. The CFTC also claims that Binance kept this information a secret and refused to respond to investigative subpoenas issued by the commission.

CZ argued that the exchange trades in various situations to convert its crypto revenue to cover expenses in fiat or other cryptocurrencies, but the allegations raise concerns about the transparency and integrity of Binance's trading practices.

CZ addressed allegations of insider trading by stating that Binance has strict policies in place to prevent employees from actively trading. He denied allegations that top members of the company actively encouraged breaking US laws, including advising US clients on how to get around Binance's compliance measures. 

CZ stated that Binance's compliance program is not just for show, and the exchange has developed "best-in-class" technology to ensure compliance. Binance.com currently employs over 750 people to ensure compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) laws.

Despite the allegations, CZ and Binance.com are committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance and regulatory oversight. Binance.com holds an impressive 16 licenses to offer digital asset trading services, making it the leading cryptocurrency trading platform in terms of regulatory compliance. CZ believes his time is best spent building a solid platform that serves users.

In conclusion, the CFTC's complaint serves as a reminder that regulatory oversight is necessary to maintain a fair and trustworthy marketplace for all participants. It is imperative that exchanges like Binance operate with transparency and accountability to protect their customers and the integrity of the market. 

Despite the accusations, CZ and Binance.com remain committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance and regulatory oversight.