Binance and MGX, the Abu Dhabi-based AI and advanced technology investor, have announced a landmark US$2 billion investment.

This transaction, the first institutional investment in Binance to date, marks a significant step in advancing digital asset adoption and reinforcing blockchain’s role in global finance.

It is also the largest-ever investment in a crypto company and the biggest transaction paid entirely in cryptocurrency (stablecoin).

This investment marks MGX’s entry into the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors, securing a minority stake in Binance as part of a broader strategy to support blockchain’s transformative impact on society.

By partnering with the industry leader, MGX aims to drive innovation at the intersection of AI, blockchain technology, and finance.

Ahmed Yahia, Managing Director & CEO of MGX, stated:

“As institutional adoption accelerates, the need for secure, compliant, and scalable blockchain infrastructure and solutions has never been greater. Binance has long been a driving force in cryptocurrency innovation, from exchange technology and tokenisation to staking and payments.”

Binance CEO, Richard Teng added:

“Our goal is to build a more inclusive and sustainable ecosystem, with a strong focus on compliance, security, and user protection. Our ongoing investments in security and compliance reinforce our mission to foster a secure and trusted digital financial ecosystem.”

Richard Teng, who previously served as CEO of the globally recognised Abu Dhabi Financial Services Authority, played a key role in initiating one of the world’s first crypto regulatory frameworks, making his leadership instrumental in Binance’s regulatory strategy.

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