PANews reported on February 13 that Binance co-founder and executive Yi He posted a statement saying that recent rumors circulating about one of its French employees have been confirmed, and the company has assured that the employee and their family are safe and are actively cooperating with law enforcement. Yi He stated that three individuals linked to the incident have been arrested by authorities, and the investigation is ongoing. Binance will continue to fully cooperate with the police. He also thanked the French BRB (Bureau of Crime Prevention) for their swift action and emphasized that the safety of employees, users, and the community is a top priority, reminding the public to be vigilant about suspicious contacts and verify information through reliable channels.