Binance Founder CZ Now Has a Higher Net Worth Than Bill Gates
In a striking symbol of the shifting wealth landscape in the 21st century, Changpeng Zhao, better known as CZ, the founder and former CEO of Binance has surpassed Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on the list of the world’s richest people.
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As of mid-2026, Forbes estimates CZ’s net worth at approximately $107.7 billion (with peaks earlier in the year around $110 billion), placing him among the top 20 richest individuals globally and ahead of Gates, whose fortune stands at roughly $105–108 billion.
The ethereum Foundation has completed a major internal restructuring.
Key updates:
• 54 employees (around 20% of the team) have been laid off • Lower operating costs could reduce future $ETH selling by the Foundation • The EF says this is part of preparing for Ethereum's next phase of growth • The Foundation will now focus more on executing its long-term roadmap
The team also stated that they'll support affected employees as they transition to new opportunities.