The question arises: Is Binance resilient enough to withstand a $4.3 billion fine and the departure of CZ?

In August, well before the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) officially pressed charges against Binance, reports surfaced that federal prosecutors handling the case were concerned that an indictment could lead to customer panic and substantial withdrawals. This scenario might trigger upheaval in the cryptocurrency market, propagate concerns throughout the broader industry, or potentially result in liquidity shortages.

Fast forward to Tuesday, and the DOJ announced a "historic" settlement with the world's largest exchange. Binance is now obligated to pay a staggering $4.3 billion fine for violations related to money transfer laws and U.S. sanctions.
Simultaneously, CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the visionary behind the company's rise since its establishment in 2017, was compelled to step down.

As per DefiLlama data, Binance experienced net outflows totaling $913.06 million within a single day. This prompts the critical inquiry: Can Binance weather the storm of a multibillion-dollar penalty and the departure of its influential leader?