Binance Executive Tigran Gambaryan’s Release Pushed By US Panel

As a seasoned researcher with a keen eye for global politics and financial regulations, I find this situation with Tigran Gambaryan, the Binance executive detained in Nigeria, both intriguing and concerning. Having spent years delving into the complexities of international law enforcement and regulatory bodies, I can’t help but empathize with Mr. Gambaryan’s plight.


The US House Foreign Affairs Committee has approved a statement urging the immediate freedom of Tigran Gambaryan, who serves as head of financial crime compliance at Binance. Previously employed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, Gambaryan was arrested in Nigeria in February together with another Binance executive, under accusations that Binance had engaged in illicit financial transactions. The bipartisan resolution signifies an action taken by the US government regarding this humanitarian issue of concern.

U.S. Demands Nigeria Free Binance Executive Amid Health Crisis

As a crypto investor, I found myself in an unexpected predicament while visiting Nigeria alongside Nadeem Anjarwalla from Binance. We were both faced with the possibility of arrest due to allegations surrounding illegal transactions. The charges against me were filed on February 28, and surprisingly, Anjarwalla managed to avoid custody in March.

Due to the critical health situation of Gambaryan, who is battling a herniated disk and pneumonia, American authorities have made immediate appeals. The proposed resolution, initiated by Republican Representatives Rich McCormick and French Hill, advocates for Gambaryan’s release and ensures he receives unlimited medical attention.

Legislative Support and International Diplomacy

In a meeting where everyone agreed, the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee passed H.Res. 1348, asking the Nigerian government to immediately free Gambaryan. The resolution also asks the U.S. State Department to make a strong push to classify Gambaryan as “unjustly detained” and utilize all available means to work towards his release.

After receiving approval from the committee, H.Res. 1348 is now ready to be brought before the entire House for a vote. During the ensuing discussions, Rep. Gregory Meeks, the top Democrat on the committee, voiced his discontent with the Nigerian authorities. Specifically, he lamented the Nigerian government’s inaction, despite numerous attempts at communication.

Furthermore, Binance has connected the resolution of Gambaryan’s case to its requirements for adhering to Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission’s guidelines for Virtual Asset Service Providers. Before considering registration within this new regulatory framework, the crypto exchange has outlined specific conditions, one of which is Gambaryan’s release.

As a researcher, I am keeping a keen eye on the evolving landscape within the crypto community, particularly in anticipation of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao’s upcoming release scheduled for September 29, 2024. The potential impact of these events on exchange trajectories and their adherence to international regulatory standards is a topic of great interest to me.

Even though there have been obstacles, it’s worth noting that Binance has experienced a 40% rise in institutional investors this year. This growth indicates a robust continued appetite for cryptocurrency investments, despite the hurdles posed by regulatory issues.

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2024-09-27 02:55