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Main TakeawaysYi He, Binance co-founder and executive leader since inception, has been named co-CEO alongside Richard Teng.Her innovative, user-centric leadership will drive continued product innovation and community growth toward Binance’s goal of one billion users.Together, Yi and Richard will expand Binance’s global presence responsibly while building Web3 infrastructure and promoting financial freedom.We are proud to announce the appointment of co-founder Yi He as our co-CEO, reinforcing Binance’s leadership as we approach an unprecedented community milestone of 300 million global users. Since the beginning, Yi has played a fundamental role in shaping Binance’s vision and culture, guiding a strategy focused on users’ needs and innovation.Binance co-CEO Richard Teng, who announced the news during his Binance Blockchain Week keynote speech, said, “Yi has been an integral part of the executive leadership team since the launch of Binance.” He described her appointment as a natural progression and expressed confidence that Yi “will continue to guide the organization from strength to strength.”Driving Innovation and Expanding the CommunityYi’s leadership has been integral in maintaining a user-first approach that fuels community expansion and product excellence. As Binance works toward achieving one billion users, Richard Teng emphasized our commitment to Web3 development and regulatory standards. He added that Binance remains “dedicated to being the most trusted and regulated exchange in the world,” with an unyielding focus on putting users first.Richard further mentioned that Yi plays a critical role in growing the Binance community and driving product innovation, reinforcing her importance in Binance’s ongoing evolution.A Collaborative Vision for the Future of FinanceYi He said, “I am honored to build alongside Richard, who brings decades of experience in regulated financial markets.” She emphasized their complementary perspectives and shared vision. “Together, we bring diverse perspectives and are confident in leading the future of the industry during this pivotal time, as we responsibly expand our global presence and drive sustainable innovation with our users always at the center,” she added.Together with Richard Teng, Yi He is poised to lead Binance’s next phase of growth by strengthening regulatory compliance, fostering innovation, and empowering users globally.Yi has been an integral part of the executive leadership team since the launch of Binance. Her and Richard Teng’s joint leadership will be focused on building Web3 infrastructure to empower people in a more open and fair financial system. We remain steadfast in our mission to create a trusted, user-centric platform to empower billions worldwide through innovation, regulation, and community-driven growth.Further ReadingFrom Our CEO: 8 Years of the Community That Built BinanceGlobal User Survey: The Crypto Leaders the Binance Community Admires MostBrace for Impact — Binance Blockchain Week 2025 Is Almost Here