Binance Founder Cuts Through the Noise: Memoir Speculation Shut Down
Changpeng Zhao isn't writing his memoirs—at least not yet. The Binance founder moved swiftly to quash swirling rumors about a tell-all book deal, redirecting focus squarely back to the exchange's operational present and future.
Why the Denial Matters
In crypto, narrative is currency. Speculation about a founder's memoir often reads like a curtain call—a signal they're stepping off the main stage. CZ's immediate clarification serves as a strategic counter-narrative: he's still in the building, still steering the ship. It's a move that stabilizes internal sentiment and reassures institutional partners who might get skittish at the first whiff of an exit strategy.
The Unwritten Chapter
Let's be real—the story is juicy. From zero to the world's largest crypto exchange, regulatory tussles across continents, and a net worth that swings with the volatility of the very assets he helped mainstream. A memoir would be a blockbuster. But its timing is everything. Publishing now would be like a CFO releasing their autobiography mid-earnings call—a distraction, at best. The move signals CZ understands that his most critical legacy project, Binance itself, is still being written.
Forget the book; watch the platform. While Wall Street executives pen legacy-polishing doorstoppers during bull markets, crypto's top builder is publicly prioritizing code over chronicles. It’s a refreshing, if subtly cynical, reminder of where the real value gets created in this space.
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao aka CZ, said he is considering naming the Chinese version of his memoir “币安人生” (Binance Life), while stressing that the title has no connection to any meme tokens or listing decisions.
CZ said the English title has not been decided and is likely to be completely different. He expects to self-publish both the Chinese and English versions at the same time, with a release timeline of around four to six weeks.
No link to tokens or listings
CZ addressed online speculation after a meme token using the same Chinese name, “币安人生,” was recently listed on Binance Spot. Some social media users suggested the listing was timed to promote the book or create HYPE around the token.
Full disclosure, and just to get this out there publicly so that it's impossible to "leak". I haven't told anyone yet. Some people are making guesses. The reasoning is off, but they do hit certain areas.
I might name the Chinese version of my book/memoir "币安人生". This is… https://t.co/azMlFFmMoO
CZ rejected that idea, saying the book title is unrelated to any token, meme coin, or listing plan. He said he does not hold the “币安人生” token and has no intention of buying it.
“I haven’t told anyone yet,” CZ wrote, adding that he wanted to make the information public early to avoid rumours or leaks. He also said he still reserves the right to change the book’s title at the last moment.
Embracing memes, but drawing boundaries
CZ said he understands meme culture and finds the phrase “币安人生” catchy, which is why he is considering it for the Chinese edition. However, he said this should not be taken as support for any specific token or market activity.
He added that he has seen repeated cases where social media posts are used to promote low-cap projects, something he said he does not support.
Book to be self-published, proceeds to charity
CZ said he chose to self-publish because working with traditional publishers WOULD take too long, even though they could offer wider distribution.
He also said all proceeds he receives from the book will be donated to charity, adding that the memoir is not intended as a commercial project.
The clarification came after some market commentary suggested the spot listing of the “币安人生” token was tied to a broader narrative around CZ’s upcoming autobiography and activity on Binance’s BNB Chain.
