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Changpeng Zhao’s Net Worth Soars to $75.8B as Binance (BNB) Price Hits All-Time High

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Debashree Patra and Qadir AK

Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has seen his net worth skyrocket as Binance Coin (BNB) touched a new all-time high of $850.70 on Monday. According to blockchain analytics firm Nansen, CZ’s holdings in BNB alone are now estimated to be worth over $75.8 billion, firmly placing him among the richest individuals in the world.

BNB Price Surge Fuels CZ’s Net Worth

A June 2024 Forbes report revealed that CZ holds around 64% of the circulating BNB supply, roughly 89.1 million tokens, while Binance holds another 7%. With the recent price surge, CZ’s BNB stash now exceeds the wealth of figures like Julia Koch, propelling him to 23rd on Forbes’ global rich list. This is based on his combined holdings in BNB and his reported 90% stake in Binance.

In a February post, CZ disclosed that 98% of his portfolio remains in BNB, further amplifying his gains as the token climbs.

What’s Driving the Binance Price Rally?

The rally isn’t random. Kronos Research analyst Dominick John attributed BNB’s 12% weekly gain to rising on-chain activity. He cited all-time highs in BNB Chain’s total value locked (TVL), growing stablecoin supply, and increased PancakeSwap trading volume as key contributors. Meanwhile, whale wallets have been loading up on BNB, and treasury demand is growing, especially following Nano Labs’ move to accumulate up to 10% of circulating BNB.

The recent “Maxwell” upgrade to BNB Smart Chain, which went live on June 30, has also been credited for improving network speed and validator coordination, adding fuel to bullish sentiment.

Burns, Whales, and Momentum

Another major driver behind BNB’s price action is Binance’s ongoing token burn program. With a capped supply of 200 million, BNB’s regular burns are reducing its circulating supply. Komodo CTO Kadan Stadelmann emphasized that these burns increase scarcity and build expectations of future appreciation, especially among whales who already wield strong influence over BNB’s market.

With fundamentals aligning and whale activity intensifying, BNB’s momentum could continue, unless macro shocks shake investor confidence.

FAQs

Why BNB price is up today?

BNB is up today because of rising TVL, whale purchases, PancakeSwap volume, and strong post-upgrade network performance.

How much BNB does CZ hold?

CZ holds around 89.1 million BNB tokens, accounting for roughly 64% of the circulating supply, according to a Forbes 2024 report.

What is CZ’s net worth from BNB?

CZ’s BNB holdings are now worth over $75.8 billion, placing him 23rd on Forbes’ global rich list as of July 2025.

How does BNB token burn impact price?

BNB burns reduce supply, increasing scarcity. This drives price appreciation as investor demand and whale interest grow steadily.

Debashree Patra and Qadir AK

Fun-loving and cheerful, a passionate blockchain and crypto writer who knows no boundary…connect if you share the same passion. With 10+ years of writing experience, I am a Crypto Journalist by chance, exploring, and learning all the dynamics of the sci-fi action-filled crypto world. Currently, focusing on cryptocurrency news and price data. With a passion for research and challenging my capabilities, I am slowly getting into the crypto arena to bring new insights every day.

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