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Yi He, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of Binance, has been named to Fortune’s annual Most Powerful Women in Business list in 2026, becoming the first crypto-native executive to appear on the global ranking. The recognition places her among 100 of the world’s most influential women in business leaders and marks a milestone for the digital asset industry as it becomes more deeply integrated into the global economy. A Historic First for Crypto Fortune’s Most Powerful Women list has traditionally featured leaders from major multinational corporations and long-standing institutions. Yi’s debut on the list this year reflects both the growing influence of crypto and Binance’s role in shaping the future of finance and technology. Yi co-founded the company in 2017 and has been central to its product vision, culture, and user-first approach ever since. In December 2025, she was appointed Co-CEO alongside Richard Teng, creating a dual-leadership structure that pairs her strategic and product expertise with his regulatory and operational leadership. Together, they guide Binance’s global strategy as the company enters its next phase of growth. “Being named to Fortune’s Most Powerful Women list feels meaningful — not just for me, but for crypto as a whole,” said Yi He. “A few years ago, a […]
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