Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder and former CEO of Binance, has an estimated net worth of around $45 billion to $64.8 billion , though figures vary by source. His immense wealth primarily stems from his estimated 90% ownership stake in Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, and his substantial holdings of Binance Coin (BNB).
Despite stepping down as CEO in November 2023 following a guilty plea for violating U.S. anti-money laundering laws, his fortune remains largely intact, fluctuating with the crypto market's performance, particularly Bitcoin and BNB.