ChainCatcher news, according to Hong Kong media reports, the Trump team is reviewing candidates specifically responsible for cryptocurrency policy-related positions. Although it is still unclear whether this position belongs to the senior White House staff level, known as the "Cryptocurrency Czar" (responsible for overseeing policy regulations within the federal government), personnel from the cryptocurrency industry are striving for this opportunity to directly engage with Trump.It is reported that recently many individuals have gone to Mar-a-Lago for "interviews," including former Binance executive Brooks, who is also considered a potential candidate for the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Additionally, Coinbase CEO Armstrong also met with Trump this week.

ChainCatcher message, according to a statement released by the White House on Tuesday, U.S. President Joe Biden spoke with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, thanking him for the release of American citizen and Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan. The press release stated that Biden "expressed gratitude for President Tinubu's leadership in ensuring Gambaryan's release" during the call, and particularly appreciated the cooperation in law enforcement, including through the recently announced bilateral task force on illegal finance and cryptocurrency, collaboration on new technologies and innovations, and shared interests in reforming international organizations to reflect African voices.Earlier reports indicated that on the day Tigran Gambaryan was released, the U.S. State Department announced the establishment of a new bilateral task force between the U.S. and Nigeria, focusing on cryptocurrency and illegal finance.

ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng posted on the X platform: "We are deeply relieved and grateful that Tigran Gambaryan has finally been released after being detained in Nigeria for nearly eight months. During this difficult time, Tigran has shown tremendous strength, and we commend his resilience in such severe adversity. We are very thankful to everyone who has dedicated countless hours to support Tigran's release. Tigran's health and well-being remain our top priority, and we are glad that he can now receive the urgent medical care and rest he needs with his family. Binance remains committed to working with global regulators to ensure compliance and transparency in the ever-evolving digital asset space. We look forward to putting this incident behind us and continuing our efforts to create a brighter future for the global blockchain industry. Nigeria has a young, tech-savvy population with a strong interest in digital finance, fully capable of leveraging blockchain technology to address economic and social challenges. We look forward to playing a constructive role in this endeavor."Previous news from yesterday, according to DL News, Nigerian prosecutors withdrew criminal charges against Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan on Wednesday; Tigran Gambaryan has been detained in the African country since February.

ChainCatcher news, according to DL News, Nigerian prosecutors withdrew criminal charges against Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan on Wednesday. Tigran Gambaryan has been detained in the African country since February.At the court hearing, a lawyer representing the Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission stated that Gambaryan could not be prosecuted for Binance's alleged illegal activities because he was merely an employee. Judge Emeka Nwite accepted the government's decision to withdraw the case. According to a source, Gambaryan has been released, but it is unclear whether he has reached the U.S. Embassy in Abuja.The EECC has not withdrawn money laundering charges against Binance, which denies any wrongdoing. The trial is set to begin in November.

ChainCatcher news, citing Bloomberg via Tree News, reports that the Nigerian government has dropped charges against Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, a group of 18 state attorneys general is urging President Biden to help ensure the release of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024.The attorneys general have requested that Biden designate Gambaryan as a hostage under the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage Taking Accountability Act. In a joint letter sent on October 18, the organization expressed concern over Gambaryan's deteriorating health and the illegal nature of his detention.Attorney General Formella wrote in the letter: "His continued detention without cause not only violates his rights but poses a serious threat to his health and well-being... We have a responsibility to advocate for the rights of American citizens abroad, and we urge the federal government to apply the necessary diplomatic pressure to ensure his release."

ChainCatcher news, according to DL News, Binance's compliance officer Tigran Gambaryan was unable to appear in court due to serious illness, delaying the trial in Nigeria for several months. Tigran Gambaryan's lawyer Mark Mordi requested a recess to check on his client's health condition. The judge agreed and postponed the trial until October 25.It is reported that Binance's financial crime compliance officer Tigran Gambaryan has been detained in Nigeria since February, and the Nigerian court last week rejected Tigran Gambaryan's bail request due to illness. U.S. lawmakers have claimed he is being unjustly detained. His lawyer has repeatedly stated that his health condition is poor and that he requires surgery.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, a court in Nigeria denied the bail application of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan on health grounds. The executive is on trial for alleged money laundering and currency manipulation, while the court instructed the prison to send him to the hospital for treatment. Binance's Head of Financial Crime Compliance, Tigran Gambaryan, has been detained in the country since February, and U.S. lawmakers have stated that he is being unjustly detained. His lawyer has repeatedly mentioned his poor health and stated that he requires surgery.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee has passed a resolution demanding the Nigerian government immediately release Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, whose health is deteriorating in prison.He and another Binance executive, Nadeem Anjarwalla, were detained upon their arrival in Nigeria in February this year due to allegations that Binance was illegally profiting from trading in the country. They were formally charged on February 28. Anjarwalla later escaped Nigeria on March 22. Gambaryan's health has sharply declined during his imprisonment, suffering from a herniated disc and pneumonia, and is "mostly bedridden."The resolution was introduced by Republican Congressman McCormick and was passed by a voice vote during a hearing on Thursday, demanding the Nigerian government release Gambaryan and provide him with "unrestricted medical care." It also calls on the U.S. State Department to "utilize all available assets and means to ensure his release" and to officially declare that Gambaryan is "wrongfully detained." The resolution will next be presented for a vote by the full House of Representatives.

ChainCatcher news, Binance's regional market director Vishal Sacheendran stated in an interview at the Token2049 event that the elections in November are not expected to have a significant impact on the regulation of the global digital asset industry."Crypto regulation is completely decentralized," Sacheendran said, "Will the (U.S. election) affect how countries in the Middle East, Latin America, and Southeast Asia approach the crypto market? They know what is the best choice for their countries."He pointed out that regions in Asia, such as Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and India, have now become important crypto markets, and the leaders and regulators in these areas are more open to nurturing Web3 talent.

ChainCatcher news, Binance's head of financial crime compliance Tigran Gambaryan has been detained in Nigeria since February 2023, with the scheduled bail ruling postponed to October 9.Gambaryan was initially charged with tax evasion and money laundering, but his family reported that his health has been deteriorating during detention. Gambaryan's lawyer has filed a bail motion, citing the prison's failure to properly address his health issues. As a U.S. citizen and former IRS agent, his detention has raised significant concerns, and over 5,400 people have signed a petition calling for his return to the United States. The Nigerian tax authorities revoked some charges in June, but the money laundering charges may still require him to appear in court.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, a Nigerian court has postponed its ruling on the bail application of Binance's financial crime compliance officer Tigran Gambaryan, who has been detained in the country for over six months. U.S. lawmakers have claimed that he is being unjustly held. On Wednesday, the court in the capital Abuja heard several hours of arguments, after which the presiding judge stated that a ruling would be made later, but did not disclose a specific time.Gambaryan's lawyer Mark Mordi told the court that the defendant has required surgery since July 18 and needs urgent medical assistance, but the Nigerian criminal justice system is unable to provide it. However, state prosecutor Ekele Iheanacho argued that the Binance executive has received adequate treatment both in the prison hospital and in another facility in Abuja used by senior government officials.

ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng made a strong statement regarding the trial of company executives in a Nigerian court. Teng stated in the statement: "This inhumane treatment of Tigran must end. He should be allowed to return home for medical treatment and to reunite with his family."Previous news, according to DL News, ailing Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan pleaded with a Nigerian judge on Monday to allow him to undergo back surgery due to his herniated disc.

ChainCatcher news, according to DL News, Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who is in poor health, pleaded with a Nigerian judge on Monday to allow him to undergo back surgery due to a herniated disc."I have been complaining about this issue, but it has not been resolved," said the 40-year-old Gambaryan as the money laundering trial continued in Nigeria's capital, Abuja."Due to the lack of proper treatment, my nerves have suffered permanent damage, which is why I am in this condition now, and I can no longer walk," Gambaryan added, limping into the courtroom after being denied the use of a wheelchair.Since being imprisoned in a jail near Abuja in April, Gambaryan has denied the prosecution's charges, but he has been suffering from pneumonia and malaria.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan has been detained in Nigeria for six months due to alleged financial crimes totaling $34 million, and his family is concerned about his deteriorating health condition.Nigerian authorities imprisoned Gambaryan for allegedly being involved in money laundering, currency speculation, and tax evasion during his time at Binance.According to information provided by Gambaryan's family, his health has been continuously worsening due to long-term medical neglect. Their statement said: "He is unable to walk due to a herniated disc and spinal injuries, suffering from unbearable pain, and the prison has refused to provide him with a wheelchair."Due to his immobility, Gambaryan must take blood thinners to avoid blood clots. The family further accused Nigerian authorities of not allowing his legal team to visit him for 20 days from July 26 to August 14. The family claims that this restriction "violates the Nigerian constitution and the management laws of the prison where he is held."

ChainCatcher news, Bitget announced the appointment of former Binance executive Hon Ng as Chief Legal Officer (CLO). Hon Ng will play a key role in leading the company's global business development and assisting Bitget in continuing to advance global compliance operations and strategic expansion.It is reported that Hon Ng has over 20 years of legal experience and has been recognized by the Financial Times as one of the Top 20 legal leaders globally. Prior to joining Bitget, he served as the General Counsel and Head of Government Affairs and Policy at Binance. Before that, he worked at Uber, helping it grow from a startup to a global tech giant. Prior to entering the tech field, Hon Ng worked at law firms Latham & Watkins, White & Case, and Herbert Smith Freehills as a corporate and M&A lawyer.

ChainCatcher news, Binance's compliance officer Tigran Gambaryan is still detained in Nigeria. His family representative stated in an email that Tigran Gambaryan is being deprived of adequate contact with his legal team, and his health is rapidly deteriorating.Previously, Gambaryan was brought to a court in Abuja, Nigeria in a wheelchair for a hearing on July 16. After that, the court began to adjourn, with the next hearing scheduled for October 11. According to the email, Gambaryan's legal team has not been allowed to visit him since July 26, and he is now bedridden.

ChainCatcher news, according to Decrypt, detained Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan arrived at the Abuja court in a wheelchair yesterday after complaining of back pain. According to local media reports, the Abuja court has issued an arrest warrant for prison doctor Abraham Ehizoje.This decision was made at the request of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan's lawyer. Gambaryan's legal team accused Ehizoje of failing to comply with orders regarding the provision of medical reports for the detained executive.