Reports have it that Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) is being transferred to a new prison. The location of the new prison is undisclosed as of early Thursday, but details note it could be in California. The prison transfer comes as SBF works on an appeal to overturn charges.

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According to a spokesman for the jailed FTX founder, federal officials began the process of transferring SBF to a new prison early Wednesday. The transfer overrides his wish to stay in New York while he prepares his appeal.

SBF Is Moving to a New Prison Facility

Sources familiar with the situation suggest that Bankman-Fried is likely being transferred from the prison in Brooklyn, New York, to a federal correctional facility in Mendota, California. For the past 9 months, SBF has had an unchanged prison stay in New York.

According to the Bureau of Prisons website, Mendota houses a medium-security prison and a minimum-security satellite camp. The facility currently houses 931 inmates. This prison transfer would bring Sam closer to his parents’ residence near Stanford University. The new jail cell is approximately a two-and-a-half-hour drive away from home.

A representative for the Bureau of Prisons declined to comment on Mr. Bankman-Fried, citing “privacy, safety and security reasons.”

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In a court filing on Wednesday afternoon, Lewis A. Kaplan, the judge overseeing SBF’s case, recommended that the Bureau of Prisons keep Bankman-Fried at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn. 

 SBF had earlier expressed a preference to remain at Brooklyn’s Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), a mixed-security facility in New York. According to him, it would be easier to maintain access to the legal team working on his appeal.

Sam Bankman-Fried’s transfer was reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal.

SBF’s Road to Prison

In March 2024, Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison for defrauding FTX’s customers, investors, and lenders. It was considered one of the largest financial frauds in U.S. history.

Bankman-Fried faced charges including two instances of wire fraud, two instances of wire fraud conspiracy, one count each of securities fraud and commodities fraud conspiracy, and one count of money laundering conspiracy.

Prosecutors said that he orchestrated a yearslong fraud, siphoning $8 billion from customer accounts. With the money he stole, SBF financed venture capital investments, made political donations, and purchased posh real estate properties.

"It was delusional. Let's be really clear. Sam was delusional about what happened and his culpability in it," says @novogratz. "He needs to be prosecuted. He will spend time in jail. And it wasn't just Sam. You don't pull this off with one person." pic.twitter.com/0SSh1r8XIL

— Squawk Box (@SquawkCNBC) December 1, 2022

After the verdict, Bankman-Fried was granted bail and confined to his parents’ house in Northern California. Judge Kaplan revoked his bail in August, arguing that he had tried to intimidate a witness. Since then, Bankman-Fried has been confined to the Metropolitan Detention Center. 

What Happens to Others Implicated in the FTX Collapse?

SBF is the first person connected to FTX and Alameda Research’s historic downfall to receive a prison sentence. His comrades: Ryan Salame, Caroline Ellison, Gary Wang, and Nishad Singh, have all pleaded guilty.  

Ryan Salame’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for May 28, with the rest set to follow soon.

The crypto community is wild with speculations that Bankman-Fried and Changpeng Zhao (CZ) will serve their sentences in the same prison. However, that remains doubtful.

I would like to thank everyone for your care and support, be it writing letters, showing support on X, or in any other form. They all mean a lot to me and keep me strong. I will do my time, conclude this phase and focus on the next chapter of my life (education).I will remain a…

— CZ 🔶 BNB (@cz_binance) May 1, 2024

After Zhao’s guilty plea, a judge sentenced the former CEO to 4 months in prison. CZ will serve his prison sentence in either Washington or Oregon. At the time of this publication, no decision had been made on CZ’s reporting date.

Cryptopolitan Reporting by Florence Muchai

Binance US has received the green light to continue operations in Florida. The First District Court of Appeal’s decision overturned Florida’s financial regulator’s emergency order. The regulator did not follow due process in halting Binance US operations. 

The First District Court of Appeal unanimously ruled in favor of Binance US, allowing it to continue operations in the state. Florida’s Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) had previously blocked Binance from operating in the state.

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The OFR issued an emergency order to suspend Binance US’s money transmitter license, which hindered its operations in the state of Florida.

Binance US Wins Against Florida’s OFR

Binance US Suspension Reversed by Florida State Appeals Court, Wikipedia

The court battle between the Binance Exchange and Florida’s financial regulatory body finally ended after a court ruling. The First District Court of Appeals unanimously ruled against a permanent ban on Binance US operations.

The court found out that the Office of Financial Regulation stopped Binance US operations unjustly. The regulator did not follow the correct procedure before suspending the exchange’s license to operate.

The OFR’s Claims Lacked Clear Basis

In a big win for Binance, the Florida court overturns the suspension order for https://t.co/iaaYi5BXhG, citing procedural errors and lack of evidence. Binance faces challenges in the US with dropping trading volumes and ongoing legal battles.

— Kelvin Zinck (@KelvinZinck) May 22, 2024

According to the ruling court, the OFR did not provide enough evidence to support its legal conclusions. The regulator also cited the risks of money-laundering activities, in line with Changpeng Zhao’s (CZ) charges. The Binance US ban was issued just a few weeks after former Binance CEO, Changpeng Zhao pleaded guilty to US money laundering charges.

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The district court of Florida found that the emergency suspension issued by the Office of Financial Regulation lacked a clear basis. The financial regulator also claimed CZ’s actions that led to his arrest may have affected the public’s health, safety, and welfare.

Binance Continues to Deal With Legal Battles

Binance US has faced many regulatory challenges in the US and internationally. It faced challenges with renewing its operation license in Alaska.

The banking division of Alaska rejected Binance’s application to renew its license of operation, citing CZ’s guilty plea. The regulators in the two states, Florida and Alaska, determined that CZ was unfit to lead the company after his guilty plea, leading to Binance’s US suspension.

 

Cryptopolitan reporting by Collins J. Okoth

With the evolution of the crypto sector, the fraudsters are also advancing their methods to target the unsuspecting consumers. In this respect, Justin Sun (the founder of the Tron Foundation) has recently brought to the front the significance of protecting consumers. In his latest posts on X, the prominent entrepreneur pointed toward this subject to spread awareness.

The first lesson I learned from Jack Ma and CZ: Protecting the user. When I was studying at Jack Ma's Hupan University, he repeatedly emphasized the importance of protecting users. At Alibaba, the priority of users is above investors, partners, and employees.

— H.E. Justin Sun 孙宇晨 (@justinsuntron) May 22, 2024

Tron Founder Stresses the Significance of User Protection in the Crypto Sector

Sun pointed out that the top personalities in the market have contributed a lot to educating him about user protection. He admired Changpeng Zhao (the former CEO of the famous crypto exchange) and Jack Ma (the cofounder of Alibaba). The entrepreneur added that he learned the initial lesson of consumer protection from these popular personnel.

Then he highlighted the time when he was continuing his studies at Hupan University of Jack Ma. In his words, Jack Ma frequently stressed that the protection of the consumer plays a crucial role in an industry. In addition to this, he mentioned that another example is Alibaba. The China-based multinational tech firm prioritizes its consumers over other things. He added that Alibaba places its users above the employees, partners, and investors.

Justin Sun Admires Jack Ma and Changpeng Zhao for Prioritizing Users

The respective approach is very contributive to the further progress of an ecosystem. While pointing toward this, the entrepreneur intends to promote this approach in the crypto sector. Moreover, he revealed that he kept in mind the respective factors in his mind when starting his own business. According to him, Changpeng Zhao displayed a fine example of consumer preference in the recent 11 years.

He asserted that the entities should always provide relatively more protocol in comparison with the other people. Nonetheless, he added this achieving this is very difficult. Even then, the entrepreneur advised the companies to remind themselves of the user interests surpassing the others.

Florida’s appeals court ruled that regulators erred in attempting to halt Binance’s operations due to improper procedural adherence.

Changpeng Zhao, former Binance CEO, pleaded guilty to federal finance charges for failing to maintain an effective AML program.

Binance’s native cryptocurrency, BNB, surged to $631.2 after the court ruling, with potential to retest its 2021 all-time high of $693.4.

The First District Court of Appeals in Florida reversed state officials’ attempt to stop operations of the massive cryptocurrency exchange Binance with a historic decision yesterday. The judges’ unanimous ruling is a major legal win for Binance in the face of numerous legal challenges it has faced around the world. 

The court ruled that while trying to shut down Binance’s operations in Florida, Florida regulators did not follow the right protocols. Consequently, the emergency suspension was not justified because it was not based on a solid legal basis.

BINANCE WINS MAJOR VICTORY IN STATE OF FLORIDA– World-leading exchange @Binance has been victorious in its appeal against Florida’s Office of Financial Regulation, the court finding that its emergency suspension lacked proper legal justification.– What’s more, the court… https://t.co/Nucjkctsgb pic.twitter.com/s91dJUcVha

— BSCN (@BSCNews) May 22, 2024

The legal dispute began in November 2023 when Florida regulators acted against Binance after former CEO Changpeng Zhao entered a guilty plea. Zhao pled guilty to federal financial charges, including that Binance had failed to implement and maintain an adequate Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program in violation of the Bank Secrecy Act.

The appellate judges underscored in their explanation of the ruling the inadequate legal basis the Florida Office of Financial Regulation presented for suspending Binance’s Florida affiliate’s license. The regulators stated Zhao’s actions directly threatened public health, safety, and welfare, but the court disregarded those allegations.

The consequences of Binance’s legal victory, In the meantime, extend beyond the halls of justice. After the court’s verdict, Binance’s native cryptocurrency, BNB, saw a significant increase in value. BNB surged to $631.2 on rebounding bullish market momentum, sparking speculation that the coin may be ready to retake its all-time high of $693.4 hit which happened in May 2021.

This decision not only vindicates Binance but also establishes a standard for next court cases involving digital currencies. It emphasizes the need for regulatory compliance and the challenges involved in understanding and employing current financial regulations in the establishment of digital assets.

In summary, the ruling of the court is a turning point in the ongoing arbitration between authorities and cryptocurrency exchanges. The larger implications of this decision are certain to impact the future course of the cryptocurrency market and regulatory environment even as Binance celebrates its legal victory. 

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Binance.US has scored a victory in its appeal of the suspension of its money-services business license in Florida. The Florida First District Court of Appeal found the emergency suspension order issued by the state Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) lacked legal justification.

The suspension of the Binance.US Florida license came in response to Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao’s guilty plea in federal court to charges of violating U.S. Anti-Money Laundering law on Nov. 21, 2023.

The appeals court cited state law that determined the OFR “may” suspend a money-services business license “by any procedure that is fair under the circumstances” if the agency provides reasons to show the decision is fair. Further, the agency did not discuss less harsh alternatives to suspension. The court found:

“The usage of ‘may’ in the statute [cited by the OFR] implies discretion, rather than obligation. Additional reasoning beyond mere reference to the statute is necessary to suspend the license.”

Further, the court found that the suspension of the Binance.US license threatened more than 170,000 state account holders with significant financial losses and tax liabilities:

“For Petitioner to immediately comply with the ESO, it would be necessary to liquidate the digital asset holdings of every customer [which] threatens financial harm because of digital asset price fluctuations.”

The decision of the appeal court is subject to appeal.

Related: CZ sentenced: A chronology of Binance’s legal battles in the US

The OFR suspended the Binance.US license a week after Zhao’s plea. It was the first of several states to do so. Binance filed an appeal of the OFR decision on March 25, but that document is not available to the public. On its website, Binance.US stated that “new user onboarding is temporarily paused” in the state.

Source: Crypto Accountants and Advisors

Other states where Binance.US activity was suspended or its license renewal was denied this year include Alaska, Maine, North Carolina and Oregon. Its status in Georgia and Ohio is unclear. It never operated as a cryptocurrency exchange in Hawaii, Minnesota, New York, Texas and Vermont.

The Florida OFR did not immediately respond to a Cointelegraph request for comment on the case.

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Former Binance CEO, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, plans to “write something” during his upcoming four-month prison term. Judge Richard Jones sentenced Zhao on April 30 to four months in prison after he pleaded guilty to one felony charge for failing to maintain an effective Anti-Money Laundering program at Binance.

Zhao is expected to serve his time either at the Federal Correctional Institution Sheridan in Oregon or the Federal Detention Center SeaTac in Washington, though the reporting date was not determined at the time of publication.

Despite his legal troubles, CZ has remained active on social media.

He launched Giggle Academy, a youth-focused crypto and blockchain education program, and engaged with his 8.9 million followers on X, seeking suggestions on how to pass the time in prison.

With a net worth of $33 billion, CZ would be one of the wealthiest individuals to serve time in prison.

His legal team argued that his wealth and status could make him a target for theft and extortion, potentially influencing the judge’s decision to allow him to remain free until the Probation or Pretrial Services Office decides his reporting details.

During this period, Zhao has kept himself busy, mentioning on X that he has “nothing else to do” but read books and wait for his reporting date.

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He pleaded guilty in November 2023 and has since been free on a $175 million bond, restricted to travel within certain U.S. areas.

The Federal Bureau of Prisons is likely considering which facility would be safest for Zhao, given that both FDC SeaTac and FCI Sheridan house violent offenders.

According to the Probation or Pretrial Services Office of the Western District of Washington, presentence reports help the Bureau designate suitable institutions, select prison programs, and develop case plans for custody and eventual release.

In November, Zhao paid a $50 million penalty as part of a deal between Binance and U.S. authorities.

Binance agreed to pay $4.3 billion to settle civil regulatory enforcement actions, though this did not resolve a separate lawsuit filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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The former CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, has suggested he plans to “write something” during his upcoming four-month incarceration.

At an April 30 hearing, Judge Richard Jones sentenced Zhao to four months in prison. The former Binance CEO pleaded guilty to one felony charge for failing to maintain an effective Anti-Money Laundering program at the exchange. Zhao is expected to report to either the Camp at the Federal Correctional Institution Sheridan in Oregon or the Federal Detention Center SeaTac in Washington at a date that had not been determined at the time of publication.

Before and after the sentencing hearing, CZ remained active on social media, hinting at his plans on X. The former Binance CEO launched a youth-focused crypto and blockchain education program called Giggle Academy. He also reached out to his 8.9 million X followers, hinting at suggestions on how to pass the time in prison.

Source: Changpeng Zhao

Zhao suggested he had “nothing else to do” but read books and wait until his reporting date. He pleaded guilty to the felony charge in November 2023 and was allowed to remain out of jail and travel within areas of the United States on a $175 million bond. He will likely continue to be free until the Probation or Pretrial Services Office notifies his legal team where and when he will be required to report.

With an estimated net worth of $33 billion, CZ would be one of the wealthiest individuals to ever go to prison. Before sentencing, Zhao’s lawyers submitted declarations from experts suggesting that his wealth and status could pose a risk of theft and extortion.

Related: Changpeng Zhao gets 4 months, Sam Bankman-Fried gets 25 years — Why?

These factors could have contributed to Judge Jones not immediately ordering CZ behind bars. The Federal Bureau of Prisons may be weighing which facility could present the least risk of physical harm to Zhao during his four-month imprisonment — both FDC SeaTac and FCI Sheridan house violent offenders.

“After sentencing, [...] presentence reports are utilized by the Bureau of Prisons to designate the institutions appropriate for offenders to serve their sentences, to select prison programs to help the offenders, and to develop case plans for their custody and eventual release,” states the Probation or Pretrial Services Office of the Western District of Washington’s website.

Zhao already paid a $50 million penalty as part of a deal between Binance and U.S. authorities in November. The crypto exchange agreed to pay $4.3 billion to settle “civil regulatory enforcement actions,” but the matter did not resolve a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

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In a surprising move, the former CEO of Binance, CZ, has resurfaced on social media to remind everyone of a Bitcoin (BTC) prediction he made five years ago. CZ, who is currently serving a four-month prison sentence in the U.S., referred to a 2019 post where he predicted significant changes once Bitcoin's price surpassed $8,000. 

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With Bitcoin now trading above $66,000 and having reached highs near $74,000, his forecast appears accurate.

5 years ago...

— CZ 🔶 BNB (@cz_binance) May 16, 2024

CZ's reappearance on social media has sparked curiosity, especially given his current legal troubles. In April, he was sentenced to four months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering charges, following his resignation as CEO of Binance. 

The cryptocurrency exchange also agreed to a substantial fine of $4.3 billion. Prosecutors had initially sought a three-year sentence for the 47-year-old entrepreneur, making his four-month term seem notably light.

Path to the top

During his tenure, CZ was a pivotal figure in the cryptocurrency world, guiding Binance to become one of the largest and most influential exchanges globally. His decision to resurface and comment on Bitcoin's price trajectory has intrigued both supporters and critics, highlighting his continued influence in the crypto community.

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BTC to USD by CoinMarketCap

Bitcoin itself has seen monumental growth since CZ's initial prediction. The cryptocurrency boasts a market capitalization of $1.3 trillion and has established itself as a key asset on the financial market, alongside traditional investments like gold and equities.

Its integration into mainstream finance is underscored by the approval of a spot ETF on the U.S. stock market, broadening its appeal to a wide range of investors, including pension funds.

The global surge in cryptocurrency adoption continues unabated, drawing in a diverse array of investors into the realm of digital assets.

With this escalating demand for cryptocurrencies, there arises a parallel necessity for trustworthy and robust exchanges to facilitate the seamless buying, selling, and trading of these digital currencies.

Forbes Ranked the Top 20 Most Trustworthy Crypto Exchanges in 2024

Forbes' 2024 list underwent an extensive process, spanning several months, to identify the top cryptocurrency exchanges.

The World’s Best Crypto Exchanges And Marketplaces: by @eltrade https://t.co/lEghg5hvYh

— Forbes Crypto (@ForbesCrypto) May 15, 2024

They began by scrutinising 646 exchanges sourced from platforms like CoinMarketCap and CryptoCompare.

A staggering 74% were disqualified due to inadequate assets under custody.

Further vetting involved examining product offerings, trading and traffic volumes, and regulatory backgrounds, if any.

Each exchange on the shortlist was assessed across nine categories, graded on a scale of one to 10.

These scores were then aggregated and weighted according to the percentages specified in the ranking table, yielding a composite final score.

Decentralised exchanges were excluded as they operate without human intervention.

Forbes explained the ranking's methodology:

“In an industry that is largely unregulated and unaudited and in which hacks are common, the most important job for exchanges is to keep tokens safe for investors. Forbes’ methodology reflects this goal. Each exchange had to meet a high regulatory threshold for inclusion, earning at least seven out of 10 possible points."

Using this methodology, the ranking table is as seen below.

Source: Forbes' The World's Best Crypto Exchanges And Marketplaces

In March 2022, Forbes conducted a ranking of crypto exchanges amidst a landscape where CoinGecko listed around 6,500 tokens.

Presently, the crypto market has expanded significantly, with over 13,000 tokens available.

Forbes streamlined their list from 60 companies in 2022 to just 20, prioritising criteria such as compliance, solvency, and security.

Coinbase Emerged the Victor

In the aftermath of significant upheavals, such as the legal proceedings involving industry giants like Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) and Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the cryptocurrency exchange landscape is evolving towards greater transparency and compliance.

In this shifting terrain, Coinbase, a publicly traded entity known not just for its exchange services but also as a premier cryptocurrency custodian, emerges as a beacon of trustworthiness, spearheading the list of the industry's top 20 exchanges.

Holding 13% of the global supply of bitcoin and ethereum, along with 40% of all crypto assets on exchanges, underscores its reputation for trustworthiness.

Forbes noted in the ranking:

“Among pure crypto exchanges, Coinbase is clearly the favoured custodian for traditional institutions and it has benefited from the new spot bitcoin ETFs, eight of which use it to hold their crypto. At the end of the first quarter bitcoin and ether in custody rose to $219 billion. Retail fees are relatively high, averaging nearly 1.7%. Coinbase is the largest US crypto exchange by trading volume and largest globally by assets held in custody."

Despite regulatory challenges, such as ongoing disputes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) which considers almost all digital currencies other than bitcoin to be securities, Coinbase maintains a high regulatory score.

While these issues are civil rather than criminal, Coinbase excels in audit quality and enjoys strong institutional investor confidence, mirroring its top position on the 2022 list.

Why is Binance Missing from Forbes' List?

Despite maintaining its status as the largest cryptocurrency exchange globally in terms of daily trading volume, Binance's absence from the 2024 Forbes ranking raises questions.

Source: CoinMarketCap

Forbes cites legal and regulatory issues as the primary reasons for this omission.

The case being: Binance, under the leadership of CZ, faced significant legal challenges in the US, resulting in guilty pleas for violating anti-money laundering laws (AML), engaging in unlicensed money transmission, and breaching sanctions regulations.

As part of the settlement, the exchange agreed to pay $4.3 billion in restitution.

CZ himself acknowledged a failure to implement an effective AML programme at Binance, leading to a fine of $50 million and a four-month prison sentence.

Over the past three years, Binance has faced expulsion from at least 17 countries, including major markets like India, the UK, and Japan.

One key concern contributing to its reputational challenges is its lack of a fixed headquarters, leaving much of its operations without a home regulator.

Why is CZ Still Not in Prison Yet?

Despite receiving a four-month sentence during his hearing on 30 April, CZ has yet to begin serving his prison term due to procedural formalities within the criminal justice system.

While the judge's judgment mandates his surrender for imprisonment as notified by the Probation or Pretrial Services Office, such notification has not been issued.

This delay underscores the protection afforded by the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution, ensuring due process for all individuals within its jurisdiction, regardless of citizenship status.

This constitutional safeguard, backed by centuries of legal interpretation, guarantees redress for anyone facing deprivation of life, liberty, or property without lawful due process.

In addition, CZ has assembled an impressive legal team comprising seven attorneys from renowned law firms such as Latham & Watkins, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, and Davis Wright Tremaine.

This formidable ensemble, backed by paralegal and support staff, has diligently explored every legal avenue to delay the commencement of his prison term, affording him ample time for preparation.

However, despite these efforts, CZ's eventual incarceration hinges on notification from the Probation or Pretrial Services Office of the US Bureau of Prisons.

The office is conducting statutory reviews to ensure compliance with CZ's individual circumstances, thereby upholding Constitutional due process.

The post Changpeng Zhao’s 2019 Bitcoin Prediction Comes True appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao recently resurfaced on social media, reminding followers of his 5-year-old Bitcoin prediction. Referring to a 2019 post, he predicted significant changes once Bitcoin’s price surpassed $8,000. His forecast appears accurate, with Bitcoin now trading above $66,000 and having touched $74,000. Zhao is serving a four-month prison sentence in the US over a money-laundering case following his resignation as CEO of Binance.

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Binance founder CZ has not yet been jailed as he awaits notification from the Probation or Pretrial Services Office due to procedural requirements and Fifth Amendment protections.

The delay in imprisonment is attributed to statutory reviews being conducted by the Bureau of Prisons to ensure the suitability of the SeaTac facility for Zhao's circumstances.

Zhao's legal team, comprising lawyers from top-tier law firms, has utilized legal avenues to postpone the commencement of his prison term.

According to reports from Protos, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, has not yet been incarcerated as he awaits notification from the Probation or Pretrial Services Office.

Binance Founder CZ Awaits Prison Notification Amid Procedural Delays

The Bureau of Prisons is undergoing statutory reviews to determine if a specific cell at the SeaTac Federal Detention Center and Prison in Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is suitable for his individual circumstances. This delay in imprisonment is due to the procedural requirements of the criminal justice system and the protection of due process guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment.

Federal statute 18 U.S.C. § 3585(a) stipulates that a criminal's sentence commences when they are received in custody awaiting transportation to the designated detention facility. The Binance founder CZ received the judgment type where the Probation or Pretrial Services Office is authorized to notify him of his entry date into prison.

Before designating a criminal to prison, the Bureau of Prisons must consider various factors, including the facility's resources, the nature of the offense, the offender's history, any court recommendations, and policy statements from the US Sentencing Commission. This meticulous process ensures adherence to due process rights.

Legal Maneuvering Delays Commencement of Zhao's Prison Term

Unlike straightforward cases where criminals are immediately sent to prison upon sentencing, Zhao's situation involved uncertainties regarding his sentencing outcome. With the assistance of a formidable legal team from prestigious law firms, Zhao's lawyers have utilized legal avenues to delay the commencement of his prison term.

Binance founder CZ will enter prison upon notification from the Probation or Pretrial Services Office, which is currently reviewing the suitability of SeaTac to Zhao's circumstances to prevent any legal challenges regarding due process violations.

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