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By Bruce Buterin
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Binance.US just picked Stephen Gregory as CEO. The crypto exchange made the move to tackle growing regulatory heat from U.S.
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Gregory brings serious compliance chops from his years at major financial institutions where he dealt with complex regulatory frameworks daily.
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The platform's been dealing with leadership chaos after former CEO Brian Brooks left in 2024 over what the company called "strategic differences.
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And the regulatory problems kept piling up. The CFTC hit Binance.US with fines in 2025 for alleged trading practice violations that caught regulators' attention.
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Gregory's got his work cut out for him. He'll need to rebuild trust with both regulators and customers while competing against Coinbase and Kraken, which have gained ground by…
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The new CEO hasn't revealed specific compliance changes yet. But sources close to the company say he's already been meeting with regulatory experts to map out a strategy for…
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Binance.US has been hiring aggressively to beef up its legal and compliance teams. The exchange recently brought on several former government officials who understand how…
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Gregory's calendar is already packed with regulatory meetings. He's scheduled to sit down with FinCEN representatives on March 15 to discuss anti-money laundering improvements.
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The platform is also exploring new revenue streams beyond basic crypto trading. Company insiders say Gregory is pushing to launch additional trading pairs and financial products…
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Talks with traditional banks are reportedly underway too. Binance.US wants to partner with established financial institutions to offer services that bridge conventional banking…
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The broader crypto industry is watching Gregory's moves closely. Other exchanges face similar regulatory pressures, and his approach could set precedents for how the sector deals…
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Gregory didn't respond to requests for comment about his specific plans. The exchange's communications team also declined to provide details about upcoming compliance initiatives…
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Market analysts think Gregory's appointment makes sense given Binance.US's current challenges.
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The cryptocurrency exchange landscape has changed dramatically over the past year. Federal agencies have become much more aggressive about enforcement actions against platforms…
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Competition from other U.S. exchanges continues heating up. Coinbase has been gaining users by emphasizing its regulatory compliance record, while Kraken has attracted traders…
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