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Binance's TradFi perpetual contracts are rapidly expanding. In just 90 days, the average market share of Binance TradFi contracts in mainstream TradFi futures surged from 0.2% to 4.9%. Among them, silver reached a peak of 20.8% of COMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange) trading volume, while gold also reached 8.3%.

According to Bloomberg, Tether Holdings SA Chief Investment Officer Richard Heathcote announced his resignation and will transition to a non-executive advisory role, no longer responsible for daily operations. His deputy, Zachary Lyons, will succeed him.During his tenure, Richard Heathcote led the management of Tether's reserve assets and drove a series of diversified investments for the company, covering areas such as football clubs and humanoid robots.

According to on-chain analyst Yu Jin (@EmberCN), 4,978 ETH withdrawn from Tornado Cash was sold 7 hours ago at a price of $3,273, exchanging for $16.294 million DAI.The address is suspected to be related to Richard Heart (@RichardHeartWin), who deposited 154,000 ETH (worth $611 million) into Tornado Cash on November 5 and withdrew this batch of 4,978 ETH on November 8.

ChainCatcher news, according to market news, Richard Heart (founder of HEX and PulseChain) has transferred a total of 30,066 ETH (worth $125.09 million) to a new wallet. Among them, 29,804 ETH (worth $124 million) were transferred through TornadoCash.

ChainCatcher news, according to on-chain analyst @ai_9684xtpa, it is suspected that Richard Heart (founder of HEX and PulseChain) has transferred 115,580 ETH to a new address again, starting to transfer in batches to Tornado Cash. Currently, the receiving address has transferred out 7,300 ETH, worth $29.56 million.

ChainCatcher news, recently, according to analyst Yu Jin's monitoring, the suspected founder of Hex, PulseChain, and PulseX, Richard Heart, transferred 154,000 ETH (approximately $611 million) to 22 new wallets. These ETH were all purchased in March 2024 at an average price of $3,779, with a total expenditure of 621 million DAI.More notably, in the past 8 hours, he further transferred 10,900 ETH (approximately $42 million) into the mixing tool Tornado Cash.

ChainCatcher message, according to on-chain analyst Ai Yi's monitoring, Richard Heart's associated address (0x463...c4F21) has transferred 10,990 ETH (worth approximately $42.62 million) to a new address (0xafa...6C0d5). The receiving address currently has no transfer or selling activity.

ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng posted on X platform expressing deep sorrow over the disaster suffered by Bahía Blanca, Argentina.Binance Charity will donate BNB vouchers worth up to $100 to Binance registered users in the flood-affected areas of Bahía Blanca, Argentina.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, a federal judge in Brooklyn, New York, has dismissed the lawsuit filed by the U.S. SEC against cryptocurrency founder Richard Heart. The founder was accused of illegally using millions of dollars of investor funds to purchase a 555-carat black diamond. The SEC alleged that Heart raised over $1 billion through the sale of unregistered securities, including Hex tokens and other digital assets related to his PulseChain blockchain network and PulseX decentralized finance platform. In the initial lawsuit, the agency stated that Heart and PulseChain used at least $12.1 million of investor funds for personal luxury purchases, including diamonds, expensive watches, and high-end cars. Judge Carol Amon found that the SEC failed to provide sufficient facts to prove that these actions occurred in the United States, allowing the SEC to amend its complaint to "correct the identified deficiencies."

ChainCatcher news, according to Decrypt, Finnish police have seized luxury watches worth approximately $2.6 million belonging to Hex founder Richard Schueler (also known as Richard Heart) at a residence in Espoo, including 20 watches, most of which are Rolex. He is wanted for alleged nationwide tax evasion.This action is related to a previous red notice issued by Interpol against Schueler. He is accused of tax evasion, violent assault on minors, and misusing $12 million raised through the Hex project to purchase luxury goods.Additionally, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged him with raising over $1 billion through unregistered securities such as Hex, claiming that the high returns promised by his crypto project are unrealistic.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Interpol has issued a red notice to Hex and PulseChain founder Richard Heart on behalf of Finland, accusing him of serious tax evasion and assault.It is reported that a red notice is a formal warning issued to Interpol member countries, informing them that a valid national arrest warrant has been issued for a specific individual. If the wanted person is detained in another country, this notice typically triggers extradition procedures.Previous news, Finnish police are investigating Hex founder Richard Heart for serious tax evasion and assault charges.

ChainCatcher news, at the "DeInsight 2024" annual summit held during Devcon in Bangkok, the RootData List 2024 annual rankings have been officially announced. Richard Liu, co-founder of Huma Finance, has been selected as one of the Top 20 Best CEOs in the RootData List 2024. Richard Liu is the co-founder of Huma Finance and a partner advisor at Foothill Ventures. He graduated from Sichuan University, Tsinghua University, and the University of Florida.It is reported that this list is the second annual selection launched by RootData following its first release in 2023, aimed at showcasing influential and innovative key players in the Web3 field and assessing the key forces that continue to drive industry progress. RootData is committed to demonstrating the core forces and trend characteristics of industry development through rigorous data analysis.The statistics for the list cover the period from October 31, 2023, to October 31, 2024, with a total of five lists published, specifically: Top 50 Projects (TGE completed), Top 50 Projects (TGE not conducted), Crypto VC Top 50 Investment Institutions, Top 10 Angel Investors, and Top 20 Best CEOs.

ChainCatcher news, at the "DeInsight 2024" annual summit held during Devcon in Bangkok, Huma Finance co-founder Richard Liu delivered a speech titled "The Future of Financing - Building the World's First PayFi Network."Richard pointed out that traditional payment tools like Swift play an important role in cross-border transactions, while crypto payments provide new business opportunities for small enterprises. An increasing number of consumers are gaining trust in emerging financial tools (such as RWA), and establishing a platform that supports multiple use cases will be key to attracting users and achieving network effects. Huma has merged with Arf to become the first PayFi network focused on the financing layer, bringing new growth potential to payment financing. Currently, Huma's payment financing transaction volume has exceeded $2 billion, with a monthly growth rate of 10%, and it has achieved zero credit defaults, with $500 million in new demand waiting to be met each month. Through blockchain and stablecoin technology, PayFi not only revolutionizes the payment financing market but also provides sustainable support for improving cross-border payment efficiency and real-world asset (RWA) yields, further promoting the development of DeFi.Remote participation 👉Live video link: https://www.youtube.com/live/tTVcUPumPysLive image link: https://www.pailixiang.com/album_ia7637038926.html

ChainCatcher news, Huma Finance founder Richard Liu confirmed his attendance at the "DeInsight 2024" annual summit to be held on November 11 in Bangkok during Devcon.The "DeInsight 2024" annual summit will take place on November 11 at Hotel Nikko Bangkok in Bangkok. This summit is co-hosted by ChainCatcher and RootData, and jointly organized by Soso Value. The conference aims to bring together elites in the Web3 field to exchange insights about the industry, and it is expected to attract over 1,000 industry elites.In addition, the conference will unveil the RootData List 2024 annual heavyweight rankings, which will objectively evaluate influential individuals or institutions in the industry from a data perspective.

ChainCatcher news, Hex and PulseChain founder Richard Schueler (also known as Richard Heard or Richard Heart) is currently under criminal investigation in Finland for serious tax evasion and assault charges.According to local Finnish media YLE, Finnish police suspect Schueler, who resides in Helsinki, of serious tax evasion and assault. Helsinki detective Harri Saaristola stated that Schueler is suspected of owing hundreds of millions of euros in taxes to Finland. Harri Saaristola explained that discrepancies between Schueler's tax returns and the revenue assessments from the tax office prompted the investigation.Authorities are currently unclear about his whereabouts. Finnish authorities estimate that Schueler's income for 2023 exceeds 15.2 million euros, but the tax evasion allegations are unrelated to his capital income. Finnish law enforcement believes that the cryptocurrency founder created, launched, and marketed his cryptocurrency in Finland, and that the marketing scope of these projects extends internationally.

ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng commented on the expectations of interest rate cuts, stating, "We expect that the expectations of interest rate cuts will have a significant impact on the prices of crypto assets. Lower interest rates enhance the liquidity of the financial system, thereby boosting the demand for high-yield, high-risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. For example, from February 2020 to February 2022, when interest rates were near zero, the price of Bitcoin increased by 375%.Lower interest rates may raise concerns about inflation, prompting some investors to turn to cryptocurrencies to protect their purchasing power; low rates may also weaken the dollar, leading more investors to view crypto assets as an alternative store of value. Bitcoin and other crypto assets have unique characteristics that may influence their prospects during periods of interest rate cuts. One key factor to consider is the recent Bitcoin halving, as historically, price increases have generally occurred 6-18 months after similar events. The launch of spot ETFs could also facilitate easier transitions between stocks and cryptocurrencies, allowing the liquidity growth brought by interest rate cuts to flow into the crypto market.Moreover, while September is typically a weak month for crypto assets, prices usually begin to rebound in October, and the expectations of interest rate cuts may provide additional momentum as prices recover. The impact of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts on the crypto asset market remains uncertain, but several indicators suggest that the policy changes in September may be timely for cryptocurrency investors. Lower borrowing costs and increased liquidity present a hopeful outlook for crypto assets. Historical trends and unique cryptocurrency-specific variables further enhance optimism that these policy changes could foster growth."

ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng stated in the official Binance blog that former U.S. federal agent Tigran Gambaryan's physical and mental health has rapidly deteriorated after being detained in Nigeria for six months. Currently, Tigran is suffering from severe pain due to a herniated disc and is unable to walk, but the Nigerian government refuses to provide him with adequate medical services, including basic needs such as a wheelchair. The Nigerian government should not continue to detain Tigran based on unfounded accusations, and there is no need to imprison innocent employees to hold them accountable for any allegations against Binance.Richard also stated, "Tigran, as a U.S. citizen, should not be subjected to such unjust treatment. I sincerely hope that the U.S. government and relevant political institutions can exert their influence to bring Tigran home as soon as possible so that he can receive proper treatment and reunite with his family." He added, "Once these issues are resolved, we hope to collaborate with the Nigerian government to support the development of the Web3 industry, create more opportunities for its young and talented workforce, and attract more international investment opportunities."

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, Binance's new CEO Richard Teng discussed various changes and plans for Binance in an interview. Teng stated that Binance is no longer in a "founder-led" model, but has transitioned to "a more decentralized company" led by a board of directors. Binance has introduced three independent directors and assembled an experienced executive team to manage daily operations. This shift aims to strengthen corporate governance in response to the increasingly stringent regulatory environment.Teng clearly stated that Binance currently has no plans for an IPO, as the company's financial situation is sound, having remained profitable since May 2017, and does not need to raise funds through an IPO or other financing methods. Additionally, Teng mentioned the challenges Binance faces in global compliance. He revealed that Binance currently holds 19 regulatory licenses worldwide, but still has to carefully weigh the impacts of various regulations and taxes in the absence of clear guidance. The situation regarding Binance's U.S. employees being detained in Nigeria is still ongoing. Teng indicated that Binance will not rush to return to the U.S. market but will cautiously assess changes in the regulatory environment.

ChainCatcher news, according to TheBlock, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rebutted Hex founder Richard Heart's attempt to dismiss the lawsuit against him, stating that it has the right to continue pursuing the case. The SEC accuses Heart of raising over $1 billion through the issuance of unregistered securities and using the funds for personal luxury purchases. Heart's lawyer argues that Hex, PulseChain, and Pulse X are not securities, and that Heart did not promise investment returns, thus not constituting fraud. The SEC insists that these assets are investment contracts and fall under the category of securities. The next hearing in the case is scheduled for October 24.Previous report, on July 31, the SEC sued Hex and Pulsechain project founder Richard Heart for allegedly selling unregistered securities. The SEC claims that Richard Heart misappropriated at least $12 million of client funds for personal luxury purchases instead of developing the protocol, thereby deceiving investors.