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?
Netflix’s release of Squid Game Season 2 sparked a surge in similarly named tokens, echoing the scams that burned investors during Season 1. With Season 3 on the horizon, will it trigger another wave of speculative tokens and fraud?
China has introduced stricter regulations requiring banks to monitor and report suspicious cryptocurrency transactions. These measures are part of an ongoing effort to control digital asset trading and prevent illegal activities like cross-border gambling.
Vitalik Buterin criticised Elon Musk for the tone of discourse on X, urging a more measured approach to moderation. He warned that the use of the "banhammer" fails to manage speech effectively and exacerbates divisions.
A new YouTube scam is gaining attention, targeting aspiring fraudsters rather than large sums of money. Using a sophisticated wallet system, scammers deceive would-be thieves into losing small amounts of tokens. Is this a twist of fate?
Vietnam's authorities raided the headquarters of Million Smiles, a company behind a large cryptocurrency scam, preventing hundreds more from falling victim. The scam had already defrauded over 100 businesses and 400 individuals out of $1.17 million, with the company promoting a fake digital currency.
A security flaw in Tangem's app exposed users' private keys during email support interactions, sparking community criticism over the company's response. Tangem swiftly resolved the issue but faced questions about transparency and trust.
AI-generated reviews are flooding online platforms, making it harder to detect fake feedback. Despite efforts by companies and the FTC to tackle the issue, many fake reviews still deceive consumers.
Red Bull Racing has ended its three-year partnership with cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, dropping the sponsor ahead of the 2025 season. The team appears to be shifting its focus to more performance-driven partnerships, distancing itself from the cryptocurrency sector.
A Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) report identifies WhatsApp, Telegram, and Instagram as top targets for online scammers, posing significant risks to their millions of daily users.
Malaysia's new social media law requires platforms with over 8 million users to obtain operating licences, and WeChat and TikTok have already secured theirs. Some platforms, like X (formerly Twitter) and Google, have yet to apply, facing potential regulatory action if they don't comply.