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The Digital Chamber: 'we are thrilled to celebrate the release of Tigran Gambaryan'
The Digital Chamber (TDC) has expressed satisfaction over the release of Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan from a Nigerian prison, labeling his detention as a "breach of international law."
By Globe Banner | Nov 1, 2024
Binance CEO: 'deeply relieved and grateful that Tigran Gambaryan has finally been released' from Nigerian prison
Binance CEO Richard Teng expressed gratitude to all parties involved in securing the release of Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of financial crime compliance, from Nigeria. Gambaryan had been detained since February. Teng shared his statement in an October 24 post on X.
By Globe Banner | Oct 25, 2024
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Attorneys general urge Biden to secure release of ex-federal agent from Nigeria: 'It is miraculous that he has managed to survive'
By Globe Banner | Oct 23, 2024
A bipartisan group of 18 state attorneys general has called on President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken to secure the release of Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan from a Nigerian prison. The attorneys general shared their statement in an October 18 letter.
Former chief of IRS - Criminal Investigations: Ex-U.S. government agent 'without a doubt, is being held captive in a Nigerian prison'
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2024
Former IRS Criminal Investigation Chief Richard Weber has expressed his belief in the innocence of his former colleague, Tigran Gambaryan. He claims that the Nigerian government is using Gambaryan to "get something" from his current employer, Binance. Weber shared these views during a podcast on October 3.
Foley Foundation: Binance employee denied bail 'despite meeting conditions for bail,' deteriorating health
By Globe Banner | Oct 15, 2024
The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation has reported that Nigerian authorities have denied bail to Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.S. federal agent, despite his eligibility for bail and deteriorating health conditions. The Foundation shared this information in an October 11 post on X.
Congressman on constituent imprisoned in Nigeria: 'I don't know if they don't have the ability to treat him or they just don't wish to'
By Globe Banner | Oct 4, 2024
Congressman Rich McCormick, who is also a licensed physician, expressed concern about the physical and mental health of his constituent Tigran Gambaryan, detained in Nigeria since February. McCormick shared his statement during an October 1 podcast.
Congressman: American imprisoned in Nigeria 'hasn’t been given the rights that they guarantee him by their own constitution'
By Globe Banner | Sep 25, 2024
U.S. Representative Rich McCormick said that a Binance employee and former U.S. federal agent imprisoned in Nigeria is being denied rights guaranteed by Nigerian law. McCormick shared his statement during a Congressional hearing on September 19.
Fintopio CEO on imprisoned Binance employee: 'What is happening to Tigran is unconscionable'
By Globe Banner | Sep 17, 2024
Fintopio CEO Steve Milton described the Nigerian government's treatment of Binance's Tigran Gambaryan as "unconscionable" given his dedication to law enforcement and his lack of decision-making authority within the company. Milton shared his statement in a September 2 post on X.
U.S. Congressman on Nigeria's imprisonment of former federal agent: 'they’re putting our relationship on the line'
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2024
U.S. Representative French Hill said that the Nigerian government is jeopardizing its relationship with the United States due to its treatment of Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.S. federal agent and current Binance employee. Hill shared his statement during a Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on September 11.
Wife of ex-federal agent imprisoned in Nigeria: 'he is now reaching the point of no return'
By Globe Banner | Sep 4, 2024
Yuki Gambaryan, the wife of Tigran Gambaryan, head of financial crime compliance at Binance and a former U.S. federal agent, stated that her husband's health is deteriorating severely. She expressed concern that he may never fully recover. Yuki shared her statement in an Aug. 26 YouTube video.
Binance CEO on employee detained in Nigeria: 'authorities are refusing to provide him access to his legal counsel'
By Globe Banner | Aug 29, 2024
Binance CEO Richard Teng stated that Tigran Gambaryan, the company's head of financial crime compliance who has been detained in Nigeria since February 26, is being denied appropriate medical care, legal counsel, and consular access. Teng shared his statement in an August 27 post on Binance's website.
The Digital Chamber: Negative business sentiment in Nigeria could 'help lead the effort to bring Tigran home'
By Globe Banner | Aug 27, 2024
The Digital Chamber (TDC) has expressed concerns that the departure or potential departure of companies from Nigeria could pressure the Nigerian government to release Tigran Gambaryan, the head of financial crime compliance at Binance. Gambaryan has been imprisoned for nearly six months. TDC shared its statement in an August 22 post on X.
Bchain Africa CEO on detention of Binance employee: 'Are we running a military system in Nigeria under the guise of democracy?'
By Globe Banner | Aug 16, 2024
Femi Adegolu, the founder and CEO of Bchain Africa, stated that the Nigerian government has detained Tigran Gambaryan, the head of financial crime compliance at the crypto exchange Binance, with "impunity" for more than 150 days. Adegolu shared his statement in an Aug. 13 post on X.
Digital Chamber: Nigerian government's arrest of U.S. citizen 'threatens all crypto professionals'
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Digital Chamber, a blockchain industry advocacy organization, stated that the Nigerian government's arrest of Binance employee and former U.S. federal agent Tigran Gambaryan "threatens all crypto professionals." The Chamber shared its statement in a July 12 post on X.
Nigerian blockchain association: Detention of Binance exec has 'significant implications for the national interest' of Nigeria
By Globe Banner | Jul 10, 2024
The Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria (BICCoN) has expressed concerns regarding the ongoing detention of Binance employee Tigran Gambaryan and its potential impact on Nigeria's domestic industries and international standing. BICCoN shared its statement in a June 24 post on its website.
Fortune Crypto author: Nigerian government may 'regret its unjustified decision' to detain former U.S. federal agent
By Globe Banner | Jun 25, 2024
Jeff John Roberts, author of the Fortune Crypto newsletter, stated that pressure from U.S. officials over the detention of Tigran Gambaryan may be causing Nigerian officials to regret arresting him. Roberts shared his statement in the June 24 edition of the newsletter, which focused on Gambaryan, a former U.S. federal agent and current Binance employee.
Binance CEO: Employee detained in Nigeria 'is a true professional of the highest integrity'
By Globe Banner | Jun 21, 2024
Richard Teng, the CEO of Binance, stated that the company is making efforts to secure the release of Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of financial crime compliance, who has been detained by the Nigerian government since February 26. Teng shared this information during a June 17 episode of the Bankless podcast.
Former U.S. federal agents ask State Department to intervene in "inhumane" captivity of U.S. citizen in Nigeria
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2024
One hundred and eight former U.S. federal agents and prosecutors have called on Secretary of State Antony Blinken and the U.S. State Department to secure the release of Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance employee and former U.S. government agent, who is being held on "false charges" by the Nigerian government. The group shared its statement in a June 6 letter addressed to Blinken.
U.S. lawmakers ask Biden to assist former federal agent held 'hostage' in Nigeria
By Globe Banner | Jun 11, 2024
Sixteen members of Congress have called on President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger Carstens to intervene in the case of Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance employee and former U.S. federal agent currently detained in Nigeria. The lawmakers issued their statement in a June 4 letter posted on X by Eleanor Terrett.
Former DOJ official: U.S. 'should immediately cease the transfer of forfeited funds to Nigeria' until detained US citizen is released
By Globe Banner | Jun 6, 2024
Andrew Adams, a partner at the New York office of Steptoe & Johnson LLP and a former acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General for the National Security Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ), said if the DOJ stops sharing forfeited funds with Nigeria, it can express its "objection to Nigeria’s abuse of its police power" and encourage the release of Tigran Gambaryan, a former U.S. federal agent who has been detained by the Nigerian government since February 26. Adams shared his statement in a May 29 opinion piece.