BNB's 33% Monthly Surge Propels Binance CZ to $76 Billion Net Worth

Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, has surpassed a net worth of $76 billion as the exchange’s native token, BNB, reached an all-time high of $858.17 on July 23, 2025. This surge positions CZ among the world’s top 25 wealthiest individuals, ranking him 21st on the Forbes rich list, edging past figures such as philanthropist Julia Koch and Interactive Brokers founder Thomas Peterffy [1]. The milestone underscores the explosive growth of BNB, which surged over 7% intraday before settling at $854.96, marking a 12.5% weekly gain and a 33% monthly rise [2].

CZ’s wealth is estimated to derive from his ownership of approximately 64% of BNB’s circulating supply—89.1 million tokens out of 139.28 million—based on a June 2024 Forbes report [1]. Assuming he maintains this stake, his net worth directly correlates with the token’s performance. The price rally coincides with a 2025 record in Total Value Locked (TVL) on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC), which hit $7.15 billion, a 3% increase in the last 24 hours according to DeFiLlama [3]. While this figure remains far below BSC’s 2021 peak of $21.78 billion, it signals renewed on-chain activity, including staking, governance, and transaction fees, reinforcing BNB’s utility within the ecosystem.

The token’s performance highlights the interplay between BNB’s valuation and Binance’s broader network. As TVL grows, so does the token’s role in facilitating transactions and securing the chain, creating a feedback loop that benefits long-term holders. CZ publicly acknowledged this synergy, thanking community participants—including traders, developers, and regulators—for their contributions to the ecosystem’s expansion [2]. However, the token’s price volatility remains a critical factor. While BNB’s current valuation exceeds its 2021 highs, the TVL on BSC has yet to recover to prior levels, suggesting that widespread adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi) on the platform is still evolving.

CZ’s net worth surge also reflects the inherent risks of crypto wealth, where token prices can fluctuate rapidly. The Binance founder’s fortune is closely tied to the exchange’s market dominance and regulatory environment. Should competitors gain traction or regulatory pressures intensify, BNB’s demand—and thus CZ’s net worth—could face downward pressure. For now, the price action and on-chain metrics indicate a strong short-term trajectory for BNB, though long-term sustainability will depend on broader market conditions and ecosystem innovation.

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[1] [BNB Coin Hits New ATH As Binance Co-Founder CZ Net Worth Tops $76 Billion] (https://insidebitcoins.com/news/bnb-coin-hits-new-ath-as-binance-co-founder-cz-net-worth-tops-76-billion)

[2] [BNB Coin Price Surge Sends CZ Wealth Past Julia Koch And Family] (https://insidebitcoins.com/news/bnb-coin-hits-new-ath-as-binance-co-founder-cz-net-worth-tops-76-billion)

[3] [Surging TVL Boosts BNB Price] (https://insidebitcoins.com/news/bnb-coin-hits-new-ath-as-binance-co-founder-cz-net-worth-tops-76-billion)