Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, is the founder and CEO of Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges. Born in China and raised in Canada, CZ studied computer science at McGill University and worked in the tech industry before launching Binance in 2017. Under his leadership, Binance quickly became a leading platform for cryptocurrency trading, offering a wide range of digital assets and innovative financial products. CZ is a key figure in promoting the adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.