In a significant leadership shift, Binance has appointed co-founder Yi He as co-CEO, marking a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency exchange. This announcement was made during the ongoing Binance Blockchain Week, underscoring the company's commitment to innovation and community engagement. The material points to an encouraging trend: the strengthening of leadership roles within the organization.
Yi He Appointed Co-CEO of Binance
Yi He, who has been with Binance since its inception, previously served as the Chief Marketing Officer. Her new role as co-CEO places her alongside Richard Teng, who brings extensive experience in regulated financial markets. Together, they are expected to leverage their complementary skills to steer Binance towards further growth.
Strategic Leadership for Community Growth
The decision to elevate He to a formal leadership position reflects Binance's strategy to enhance community growth and drive product innovation. With her deep understanding of the company's ethos and market dynamics, He is poised to contribute significantly to Binance's future direction, particularly in fostering user engagement and expanding the platform's offerings.
In conjunction with the leadership changes at Binance, the exchange has also announced the delisting of WAXP/BTC and VET/BTC trading pairs, effective December 4, 2025. For more details, see the full announcement here.
