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.”
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.
Precious Metals Outperformance: Gold surged over 70% year-to-date, repeatedly setting records and closing the year near $4,300–$4,500 per ounce, marking its strongest annual gain since 1979. Silver delivered even stronger returns, rising 140–160% to new all-time highs above $80 per ounce, fueled by industrial demand (e.g., solar and electronics) and safe-haven flows.
This divergence underscored a flight to established safe havens, with precious metals capturing much of the debasement and hedge demand that some had anticipated flowing into cryptocurrencies
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.
Disclaimer
The views and analysis presented in this article are for informational purposes only and reflect the author’s perspective, not financial advice. Technical patterns and indicators discussed are subject to market volatility and may or may not yield the anticipated results. Investors are advised to exercise caution, conduct independent research, and make decisions aligned with their individual risk tolerance.
About Author
Nilesh Hembade is the Founder and Lead Author of Coinsprobe, with over 5 years of experience in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry. Since launching Coinsprobe in 2023, he has been providing daily, research-driven insights through in-depth market analysis, on-chain data, and technical research.
