Binance founder Zhao Changpeng made his first return to the U.S. since his pardon and release in 2024, attending a crypto summit at Mar-a-Lago in February 2026. The event, supported by the Trump family, saw Zhao interacting with Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., and he shared on social media that he "learned a lot." The summit attracted notable figures including Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, NYSE President Lynn Martin, Kevin O’Leary, Coinbase founder Brian Armstrong, and Senator Bernie Moreno. Additionally, Nicki Minaj participated in a fireside chat, adding a unique element to the gathering.