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"Wanke Cloud" Godfather Flees Overseas: The $200 Million Corruption Mystery of Chen Lei, Former CEO of Xunlei

Former Xunlei CEO Chen Lei, once hailed as the visionary behind the blockchain-based "Wanke Cloud" project, is now facing a 2 billion yuan lawsuit for alleged corruption and embezzlement. Appointed as CEO in 2017, Chen spearheaded the launch of Wanke Cloud, a device that allowed users to "mine" digital tokens by sharing bandwidth. The project initially drove Xunlei’s stock price up fivefold, but soon drew regulatory scrutiny over accusations of facilitating an illegal ICO. Internal conflicts and regulatory crackdowns followed, leading to Chen’s abrupt dismissal in April 2020. Xunlei accused him of funneling over 170 million yuan to Xingronghe, a shell company controlled by his close associates and relatives, through suspiciously fast-tracked payments. Chen also allegedly orchestrated the mass resignation of key employees to join Xingronghe, costing Xunlei millions in compensation. After his removal, Chen left China and has since remained overseas, complicating legal proceedings. Although criminal charges were dropped in 2022 due to insufficient evidence, Xunlei renewed its efforts with a civil suit filed in January 2026, seeking recovery of the misappropriated funds. Chen has expressed regret over his tenure, citing political friction and naivety in corporate dynamics. His story reflects the volatile intersection of technology, speculation, and corporate governance in China’s internet industry.

比推01/15 14:06

"Wanke Cloud" Godfather Flees Overseas: The $200 Million Corruption Mystery of Chen Lei, Former CEO of Xunlei

比推01/15 14:06

A Crypto Market Structure Bill That Offends Everyone

The U.S. "Digital Asset Market Clarity Act" (CLARITY Act), intended to provide regulatory clarity for the crypto industry, has faced delays in the Senate Banking Committee after strong opposition from Coinbase. The bill, which was initially expected to pass by the end of 2025, is now been postponed with no clear timeline. The proposed legislation introduces strict rules that have disappointed many industry participants. It classifies assets into categories: native tokens like ETH and SOL are "network tokens" (not securities but subject to disclosure), while DApp tokens are "ancillary assets" (treated as investment contracts with exemptions but transfer restrictions). Many NFTs, including popular collections like Pudgy Penguins, would be deemed securities. Key provisions include mandatory disclosures for projects until they are certified as "decentralized" by the SEC, limits on token transfers by insiders, and stringent rules for token offerings—requiring third-party custody for exempt offerings and full SEC compliance for larger raises. DeFi protocols face potential registration and AML requirements unless fully decentralized, and banks are allowed to engage in digital asset activities but with restrictions on stablecoin interest payments. Critics, including Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, argue the bill expands SEC power, threatens DeFi privacy, and stifles innovation by imposing traditional financial frameworks. The bill is seen as favoring established financial institutions and increasing barriers to entry, effectively centralizing control over crypto markets. Political tensions between Republicans and Democrats have also influenced the bill’s strict tone, with compromises leading to provisions that appeal more to regulatory oversight than industry growth.

marsbit01/15 13:05

A Crypto Market Structure Bill That Offends Everyone

marsbit01/15 13:05

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