Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Binance's Teng Highlights India's Crypto Potential
Binance's co-CEO Richard Teng said India is a big player in crypto because it has many young people who are good with technology.
He thinks that even though there are some rules that make crypto trading unclear, more people will understand and accept it over time.
Binance wants to reach one billion users, and India is very important for that.
He also talked about how big companies are using crypto more because it's cheaper and faster to move money around the world.
Teng praised the US for making clear rules for crypto and AI, and he thinks other countries should do the same to stay competitive.
Europe is also working on rules for crypto companies.
India is the top country for grassroots crypto adoption, according to Binance co-CEO Richard Teng.
Binance aims to reach one billion users, with India being crucial to that goal.
Institutional crypto volumes on Binance have grown over 20%, indicating increased corporate use.
The US is setting an example with clear regulations for crypto and AI, which Teng believes other countries should follow.
Europe is implementing the MiCA regulation for crypto asset service providers, with full licensing expected by mid-2026.
- Who
- Richard Teng, co-CEO of Binance
- What
- Discussed India's potential in crypto adoption and global crypto trends
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To highlight India's role in global crypto adoption and the importance of regulatory clarity
- India's Crypto Adoption
- Number one in terms of the crypto adoption index at a grassroots level
- Binance's User Base
- Crossed 300 million users last year, processing around $34 trillion in trading value
- Institutional Crypto Growth
- Institutional volumes on Binance grew over 20%
- US Regulatory Clarity
- US push for regulatory clarity through legislation like the Clarity Act and Genius Act
- Europe's MiCA Regulation
- Single-passport regime for CASPs with full licensing due by mid-2026