Binance founder Changpeng Zhao on Pres. Trump's pardon: Now I'm a real free man

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  January 23, 2026 at 14:20  |  6:49  |  CNBC
Speakers
Changpeng Zhao — Founder, Binance

Summary

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao speaks with Andrew Ross Sorkin in Davos about being pardoned by President Trump, his prison experience, and his post-pardon activities. He denies any connection between the pardon and the Trump family's crypto ventures. He also says the Trump administration's pro-crypto stance benefits the crypto industry and America.

  • CZ discusses his first Davos trip and life after being pardoned by President Trump.
  • He describes his prison experience and the pardon process.
  • He denies any connection between the pardon and the Trump family's crypto business.
  • He says he is working on education, crypto advisory, and BNB Chain ecosystem mentoring.
  • He views the Trump administration's pro-crypto stance as positive for the crypto industry.
  • The interview also touches on Binance and World Liberty Financial.
Ideas
Changpeng Zhao Founder, Binance 6:32
Pro-crypto administration helps crypto industry.
The Trump administration is pro-crypto, which helps all crypto businesses and is good for the crypto industry and America, supporting a positive stance on crypto.
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