This podcast episode explores the background and perspectives of Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance. Richard discusses his journey from traditional finance to the crypto industry, emphasizing the potential of crypto for financial inclusion and the importance of clear regulations and institutional involvement. The challenges of complying with global regulations are discussed, along with Binance's commitments to user focus, collaboration with regulators and crypto partners. The podcast also covers Binance's corporate structure, long-term vision, and strategies for growth. The conversation touches upon the innovations and challenges in the blockchain space, including platforms like Transporter and Arbitrum. The distressing situation of a detained Binance executive and the positive impact of crypto on people's lives are highlighted. The transformative power of crypto and its potential to revolutionize the financial landscape are emphasized. The episode concludes with Richard's personal interests and predictions for the bull market and the future of the crypto industry.