BNB Reaches Unprecedented Heights and Shakes Up Global Finance
Cryptos are no longer a passing thrill. They settle into our lives as the greatest financial shock of our era. What was once called “the established order” is no more than a sandcastle, weakened by the digital tide. Each new market cap record of an altcoin sends a message: the breakthrough is already here, and no one can claim not to have seen it coming.
In brief
- BNB reaches 112.85 billion USD in market cap, surpassing DBS Bank and MicroStrategy in the ranking.
- The token rose 7.72% over one week, showing strong bullish momentum.
- Massive buys by Nano Labs and Windtree support institutional demand for BNB.
- BNB Chain leads Ethereum in DEX volumes and daily application revenues.
BNB, the rise of an altcoin that challenges banks
In one week, BNB or Binance Coin jumped by +7.72%, reaching 112.85 billion USD in valuation. This figure propels it to the 191st global rank among assets, ahead of DBS Bank and MicroStrategy. On July 28, the altcoin had already surpassed the 119 billion USD mark, overtaking Nike.
Markets are watching. Some applaud, others grit their teeth. Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, recently publicly expressed his appreciation to the multiple players contributing to the BNB ecosystem’s rise. This symbolic gesture was seen as a sign of cohesion and confidence, strengthening the image of a solid and mobilized network.
Behind this rise, several catalysts: fee reduction on Binance Chain, massive institutional buys like those from Nano Labs (50 million USD), and public support from CZ. Even intraday volatility – from 790 to 808 USD – did not dampen enthusiasm.
When Binance’s crypto takes on a macroeconomic dimension
BNB is no longer just a utility token. It has become a power indicator in the crypto world. By surpassing multinational companies, it forces analysts to rethink the comparison scales between digital and traditional assets.
On July 25, Windtree Therapeutics announced a 520 million USD plan to build one of the largest reserves of BNB. A clear signal: companies outside the crypto ecosystem now consider this altcoin a strategic asset. When publicly traded companies buy a token for their treasury, it is no longer a simple speculative bet.
Key takeaways to remember
- 112.85 billion USD: market cap reached in early August;
- 191st rank among global assets;
- 64% of circulating supply controlled by CZ;
- 5.06 billion USD DEX volume on BNB Chain, ahead of Ethereum.
This dominance is not just technical: it reflects growing confidence, supported by network solidity and the vision of its founder.
BNB is now among the few cryptos considered a true institutional asset. Its progress shows a marked convergence between traditional finance and blockchain innovations, making this token an anchor point for investors seeking solidity and potential.
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La révolution blockchain et crypto est en marche ! Et le jour où les impacts se feront ressentir sur l’économie la plus vulnérable de ce Monde, contre toute espérance, je dirai que j’y étais pour quelque chose
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