Binance’s Chief Compliance Officer Takes Center Stage Post-Settlement
- Binance’s Noah Perlman steers post-settlement transformation.
- Perlman’s FTX, Gemini links, and Epstein connections seem to be overlooked.
- Binance’s future shaped by Perlman could lead to a critical crypto phase.
In the aftermath of Binance‘s recent $4.3 billion settlement with the DOJ, Chief Compliance Officer Noah Perlman assumes a pivotal role in steering the crypto exchange. Perlman’s ascent comes amid media silence on his connections to FTX, Gemini, and Jeffrey Epstein.
NEW Article – After last week’s settlement, Binance’s Chief Compliance Officer Noah Perlman has more power at the world’s largest crypto exchange than ever before. However, the media has ignored his ties to scandals ranging from FTX to Jeffrey Epstein.https://t.co/mflvwRLMTI
— Whitney Webb (@_whitneywebb) November 27, 2023
Following the DOJ’s settlement, Binance’s leadership undergoes a transformation, with Noah Perlman at the helm. The settlement and Changpeng Zhao’s departure position Perlman as a key executive, navigating the aftermath of the criminal charges that Binance faced, particularly for money laundering and failure to report suspicious transactions.
Perlman’s predecessor, Samuel Lim, faced blame for Binance’s legal woes, leading to his replacement in 2022. Perlman’s role in Binance’s dealings with the US government, including the recent settlement, is crucial. With Changpeng Zhao stepping down, Perlman remains to guide the exchange into a new era.
Despite Perlman’s elevated role, media scrutiny is notably absent, especially regarding his involvement in FTX’s collapse and controversies at Gemini. Perlman’s past connections to Jeffrey Epstein, the infamous sex trafficker, add another layer of intrigue.
Perlman’s background reveals his journey from federal prosecutor to roles at Morgan Stanley. His father, Itzhak Perlman, the renowned violinist, raises questions about the family’s ties to Epstein. Noah Perlman’s association with Epstein’s alleged construction of a lodge at Interlochen, a school where his father performed, adds a layer of complexity to his past.
As Binance navigates this critical phase, Perlman’s decisions will influence access to Binance’s services and collaboration with government authorities. The media’s lack of interest in Perlman’s intricate connections raises questions about transparency and scrutiny in the crypto industry. The evolving narrative around Binance and Perlman underscores the challenges and controversies shaping the future of crypto exchanges.