OKX CEO Criticizes CZ Over Claims in Freedom of Money

• OKX CEO criticizes Changpeng Zhao, calling claims in Freedom of Money misleading.
• Zhao’s memoir draws widespread attention across the crypto sector.
• Fresh questions around CZ’s marital status and whether personal disclosures have been consistent.

A fresh controversy is building in the crypto world after the founder and CEO of OKX publicly criticized Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, accusing him of spreading misleading claims in his newly released book Freedom of Money.

In a statement, the OKX chief said he did not intend to revisit past disagreements, but felt compelled to respond due to what he described as inaccurate claims.

“I have no interest in revisiting these old disputes,” he said. “But his book, filled with falsehoods, has dragged me into this for no reason.”

Concerns Over Public Statements

The OKX founder further alleged that Zhao has a pattern of making statements that can be misleading. “He has a long-standing habit of making misleading statements to the public, the media, and the world,” he said.

The remarks come as Zhao’s book is making headlines across the crypto sector. The 457-page memoir, written by hand and self-published, focuses on his journey from early life challenges to building Binance into a global exchange. Proceeds from the book are reportedly being donated to charity.

Questions Around Personal Disclosures

The criticism also touched on Zhao’s personal life, particularly his marital status. According to reports, Zhao’s wife submitted a letter of support to a court, referring to them as “husband” and “wife.” However, Zhao has at times described their relationship differently in public, including suggesting they are separated or divorced.

The OKX founder questioned the lack of clarity. “What is the actual situation?” he said, also asking whether any divorce, if it occurred, followed proper legal processes, particularly regarding the division of assets.

He also questioned whether Zhao’s financial interests, including his stake in Binance, were properly handled if a divorce did take place, adding that it raises concerns about responsibility and integrity beyond just legal considerations.

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