CZ’s Dog As A Memecoin Star? Former Binance CEO Fuels Speculation With Recent Tease

Source Bitcoinist

Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, has embarked on a new chapter following his recent release from prison after serving four months due to an agreement with US authorities. 

Known for leading Binance to become the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, CZ is now reestablishing his presence in the industry through social media and public communications.

CZ Sparks Speculation 

This week, CZ stirred excitement in the crypto community by hinting at the possibility of launching a new memecoin inspired by his dog, Broccoli. The name has already sparked considerable speculation, particularly as the popularity of memecoins has surged once again, following trends like the recent TRUMP coin craze.

In a detailed social media post, CZ shared the backstory of Broccoli, a Belgian Malinois he unexpectedly acquired from a friend who owns a zoo in Dubai. The name “Broccoli” was not just a whimsical choice; it reflects CZ’s desire for a name starting with ‘B’ that had a playful sound, reminiscent of “blockchain.”

CZ described Broccoli as a dog that, like himself, wasn’t initially well socialized and had some quirks, such as being easily frightened and untrained. 

He humorously recounted how Broccoli, despite his initial timidness, has grown into a strong and energetic companion, capable of jogging long distances without tiring. These bike rides offered CZ a much-needed respite during his intense negotiations with the Department of Justice.

Former Binance CEO Clarifies Memecoin Possibility 

However, amidst the playful discussions about Broccoli, CZ clarified his position regarding the potential memecoin launch. The former Binance CEO emphasized that while he is sharing his dog’s name and image, he is not officially issuing a memecoin himself.

Instead, he indicated that it would be up to the community to decide whether to create one, stating, “I am just posting a photo of my dog and his name.” He also mentioned plans to interact with existing popular memecoins on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC).

CZ hinted that the BNB Foundation may offer rewards for the most engaging memes created on the BNB Chain, although specific details are still in the works. In addition to the playful speculation around Broccoli, CZ laid out a roadmap for the Binance Chain (BNB Chain) for 2025. 

The roadmap includes ambitious milestones such as sub-second block finality, the ability to handle 100 million transactions per day, gasless transactions, smart wallets, artificial intelligence integration, and an emphasis on memecoins. However, he reiterated that there is no confirmed launch for any specific token at this time.

For those seeking further confirmation, CZ firmly stated, “For those asking for a CA (contract address) from me, no, I am NOT issuing a meme coin.” 

Binance

At the time of writing, the Binance Coin, BNB, has remained resilient with a 16% surge in the past week, reaching the $680 mark. 

Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com 

Disclaimer: For information purposes only. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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