BNB Surges to Record $851.48 on Institutional Adoption, BNB Chain Upgrades and Token Burns

BNB, Binance’s native token, surged to an all-time high of $851.48, surpassing a two-year resistance level and marking a pivotal shift in the cryptocurrency market. The breakthrough, which occurred over the weekend of July 2025, was driven by heightened institutional adoption and robust network activity on the BNB Chain. This surge positioned BNB as the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, exceeding $114 billion, according to recent data [4]. The rally also triggered a wave of liquidations, with $178.04 million in trader positions wiped out within 24 hours, primarily affecting short positions [4].

The price spike reflects a broader trend of institutional confidence in BNB. Companies such as WindTree Therapeutics and Nano Labs have allocated substantial portions of their treasuries to BNB, with WindTree planning a $520 million acquisition that could further boost its BNB reserves to over $1 billion [1]. Binance’s strategic upgrades, including the Maxwell hard fork, have enhanced the BNB Chain’s transaction capacity to 20,000 TPS, reinforcing the platform’s appeal for enterprise use [4]. Analysts attribute the momentum to a combination of token burns, which reduce BNB’s supply, and sustained accumulation by large investors [3].

Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) publicly credited the cryptocurrency ecosystem for the bullish trend, acknowledging the role of Bitcoin maximalists, Ethereum holders, and regulatory stakeholders in driving adoption [4]. His remarks underscored the token’s growing legitimacy among institutional players and developers. Meanwhile, the BNB Chain’s activity has accelerated, reflecting increased utilization of its blockchain infrastructure [4].

The rapid price movement, however, exposed vulnerabilities in the derivatives market. Coinglass data revealed that 77,874 traders faced liquidations, with the largest single loss recorded on Bybit [4]. Despite this, funding rates for perpetual futures remain positive, indicating sustained dominance of long positions. Open interest surpassed $1.3 billion, highlighting heightened exposure to price volatility [4]. Analysts caution that while forecasts of a $1,000 target by year-end are circulating, such predictions rely on continued institutional inflows and network activity [4]. The recent liquidations and speculative positioning suggest that the market remains highly sensitive to corrections.

The rally’s sustainability will depend on factors beyond short-term price action. Institutional adoption by publicly traded companies and regulatory clarity are critical to converting current optimism into long-term growth. As Binance continues to refine its blockchain infrastructure and compliance measures, the focus will shift to whether the ecosystem can maintain the pace of innovation and adoption that underpinned the recent surge.

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[1] [BNB Price Forecast: Binance Coin Hits Record $855 Amid Windtree Acquisition Plan](https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/bnb-price-forecast-binance-coin-surges-to-record-highs-as-windtree-plans-520m-acquisition-202507280458)

[2] [BNB Surpasses $827 on Institutional Adoption Surge](https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-bnb-surpasses-827-institutional-adoption-surge-falls-3-37-volatility-persists-2507/)

[3] [BNB Surges 12% to $850.70 on Token Burns and Whale Accumulation](https://www.ainvest.com/news/bnb-surges-12-850-70-token-burns-whale-accumulation-cz-net-worth-hits-75-billion-2507/)

[4] [BNB Sets New Record Amid Institutional Adoption Surge](https://www.cointribune.com/en/bnb-sets-new-record-amid-institutional-adoption-surge/)

[5] [Windtree and Nano Labs Build BNB Reserves Amid Price Dips](https://www.instagram.com/p/DMk6dI4oZiB/)