
Binance formally appointed co-founder He Yi as co-CEO during Blockchain Week, underscoring a leadership transition as she declared her vision for the company’s future.
Binance officially announced co-founder He Yi’s appointment as co-CEO alongside Richard Teng during Binance Blockchain Week. Closing the event, He Yi remarked, “CZ is history, I am the future,” signaling a leadership shift. The press release confirmed her role formalization, reflecting her longstanding contributions and influence within Binance. Richard Teng will continue to lead compliance operations while former CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao focuses on BNB Chain development and government advisory on cryptocurrency policy.