Crypto Treasury Firms Go on $8B Buying Spree in Historic Week

Changpeng "CZ" Zhao has broken through into the top echelons of the world’s wealthiest individuals, with his net worth reaching an estimated $75 billion following BNB’s new all-time high of $857.18.
Binance Changpeng Zhao's family office, YZi Labs, is making a significant move by supporting an investment company to go public in the U.S.
Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht has resurfaced as a polarising crypto figure, raising $1.8 million in Bitcoin by auctioning prison memorabilia. Days later, he received a surprise 300 BTC donation worth $31 million—reigniting debate over whether this support reflects alignment with his ideals or raises ethical concerns in today’s crypto culture.
The SEC dropped its lawsuit against Binance after nearly three years of legal action over alleged securities violations. The case was closed as the new SEC leadership began easing its stance on crypto regulation.
Bhutan has launched the world’s first national crypto tourism payment system, letting visitors pay for everything from flights to local goods using digital currencies like Bitcoin and BNB. The system, built with Binance Pay and DK Bank, helps local businesses—especially in remote areas—accept crypto payments easily.
USDC is now the default currency on Binance Pay, making it easier for users to send and receive money instantly with zero gas fees. This update simplifies payments for both individuals and businesses, offering fast, low-cost transactions using a stable digital dollar.delays or extra costs.
Crypto donations in 2025 are expected to hit $2.5 billion, fuelled by digital wealth and better regulations. Binance co-founder CZ’s 1,000 BNB donation to Myanmar and Thailand’s earthquake relief highlights crypto’s rising role in global aid.
CZ launched "Pay to Reach" on ReachMe.io, letting users pay in BNB to message him with a guaranteed reply. Due to overwhelming spam, he raised the price from 0.04 BNB to 1 BNB, aiming for only 10 messages per day.
Trump’s trade war spurred a market downturn, wiping out billions in a day. Bitcoin fell below $85,000, Ethereum dropped 11%, and crypto lost $500 billion, erasing gains from his US Crypto Reserve announcement. Is this a brief dip or a deeper decline?
Armstrong predicts XRP to lead the 2024 crypto bull run, citing its strong team, marketing, community, and technological advancements.
Midjourney's new website promises a transformative AI art experience, emphasizing user-friendly interfaces and groundbreaking features.
Saga phones, initially with modest sales, now see soaring resale prices due to unique cryptocurrency opportunities and market dynamics.
FTX's new reorganization plan could result in substantial losses for creditors, based on past cryptocurrency values.
Coinbase Institutional's report by David Duong outlines key trends for crypto in 2024, focusing on institutional investment, macroeconomic factors, real-world applications, and user experience improvements. Commentary
Bitcoin's recent spike in transaction fees to $40 has intensified discussions about network efficiency and the need for Layer 2 solutions.
Charged in an $80 million "pig butchering" scam, four individuals used cold calls to deceive victims into cryptocurrency investments.
Crypto's fate in U.S. faces uncertainty as support grows for a potential ban, prompting active community mobilisation for advocacy and growth.
Charles Hoskinson, Cardano's founder, maintains his critical view of the XRP community, emphasizing the technical and philosophical differences between Cardano and Ripple.
The attack on the crypto exchange involved exploiting a smart contract vulnerability, resulting in the fraudulent generation of approximately $9 million in fees.