Binance’s CZ Sees Bitcoin Supercycle Ahead With Rising Global Crypto Support

TLDR

• Changpeng Zhao predicts Bitcoin may break its four-year cycle due to US pro-crypto policies.
• Zhao stated Bitcoin’s price trend could shift globally by 2026.
• Binance founder CZ denied any personal or business ties with Donald Trump.
• Zhao is working with a dozen countries on asset tokenization initiatives.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, expects a Bitcoin supercycle in 2026, driven by growing pro-crypto support from the United States and other nations. CZ made this prediction during an interview at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos.

CZ Predicts Break from Bitcoin’s Historical Cycle

Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, shared his outlook for Bitcoin’s price trajectory in 2026 during an interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos. He stated, “I strongly believe that 2026 will likely be a supercycle for Bitcoin.” Bitcoin has historically followed a four-year cycle, which includes a halving event followed by price increases and corrections. 

However, Zhao believes this pattern may be disrupted. He noted the recent shift in US policy toward cryptocurrencies and said other countries are adopting similar stances. Zhao said, “Normally, Bitcoin follows four-year cycles, but this year, given the US being so pro-crypto, I think we will probably break the cycle.”

Global Support and Policy Shifts Could Drive Market

Zhao pointed to a growing global interest in digital assets and said he has engaged with several governments to discuss crypto regulation. “I also spend quite a lot of time talking with about a dozen governments about how to regulate crypto and stablecoins,” he said.

He added that he is working with those countries to help them tokenize national assets. These governments may raise capital by offering small ownership shares in state-owned entities. 

Though he did not disclose specific countries, he indicated such tokenization efforts are progressing. Zhao said these changes in global financial frameworks could help accelerate the adoption of crypto and blockchain technologies worldwide.

Industry Peers Share Price Targets, While CZ Remains Reserved

While Zhao did not offer a specific Bitcoin price target, other leaders in the crypto space did. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse projected a $180,000 target, while BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes suggested $200,000 for 2026.

CNBC’s Andrew Ross Sorkin asked Zhao if he agreed with Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood’s forecast of $300,000 to $1.5 million by 2030. In response, Zhao said, “I have very strong feelings that there will probably be a supercycle this year.” However, he emphasized that daily price predictions are difficult. “If you look at the five, ten-year horizon, it’s very easy to predict. We’re going to go up.”

CZ Addresses Rumors About Connection to Trump

During the same interview, Zhao addressed questions about his alleged ties to President Donald Trump. He said, “There really isn’t any connection. The only thing is that the Trump family is involved in crypto. Binance is a major crypto company, and the Trump administration supports crypto. That benefits all businesses in the crypto space.”

Reports surfaced linking Zhao’s pardon in 2025 to an Abu Dhabi firm, MGX, which invested $2 billion in Binance using a Trump-backed stablecoin, USD1. Zhao responded that this was a misunderstanding. 

He explained that MGX was an investor and was asked to pay in crypto because he prefers not to use traditional banks. He also clarified that he has never met or spoken with Trump directly and has only been within 30–40 feet of him, during the Davos event.

Ongoing Projects and Role in Crypto Ecosystem

Outside of his advisory role in global crypto regulation, Zhao shared that he is working on new ventures. He is developing a free education platform called Giggle Academy and collaborating with YZi Labs on investments.

Zhao continues to mentor various founders within the BNB Chain ecosystem and said, “We’re minority investors. I just mentor them.” Zhao concluded that the increasing political support for crypto worldwide is “good for the crypto industry and good for America as well.”

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