Date: Tue, Dec 30, 2025 | 05:50 AM GMT
Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ and the founder of Binance, resurfaced on X today after a short absence, delivering a message of calm confidence to the cryptocurrency community as the year draws to a close.
“Was semi ‘offline’ for a few days. Busy with year end, book, family, etc.”
Source: @cz_binance (X) He is reportedly working on a book detailing his experiences in the industry, alongside prioritizing family time during the holiday season.The core of his post, however, focused on reassurance amid a turbulent 2025 for digital assets:
BTC will be fine.
BNB will be fine.
CZ will be fine.
Crypto will be fine.
Followed by a simple: Happy New Year!
Quick Look Back at 2025 Performance
Bitcoin (BTC): Started the year strong, peaking at over $126,000 in October before pulling back amid broader market volatility. As of late December, BTC trades around $87,000–$88,000—down ~30% from its all-time high but still reflecting significant institutional accumulation and ETF inflows throughout the year.
BNB: Powered by BNB Chain upgrades and ecosystem growth, BNB surged to highs around $1,300 earlier in 2025. Currently trading near $850–$860, it ends the year with solid gains despite late-quarter dips, bolstered by burns, DeFi activity, and real-world utility expansions.
Overall Crypto Market: Total market cap hit all-time highs above $4 trillion mid-year, driven by mainstream adoption and regulatory shifts. It closes 2025 around $3 trillion—down from peaks but up from early-year levels in some metrics, with stablecoins and DeFi continuing to mature.
CZ’s message echoes what many long-term holders feel: despite the dips, the fundamentals remain strong. As we step into 2026, his words are a timely reminder to zoom out and stay optimistic.
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