The cryptocurrency billionaire rankings as of mid-2025 saw the presence of many familiar faces such as CZ, Vitalik Buterin and a series of the world's leading digital asset tycoons.
According to CoinTelegraph, the cryptocurrency market has witnessed an impressive comeback in the first half of 2025. The total Capital of the entire industry reached $3.8 trillion, up more than 130% compared to the same period last year. This figure not only shows the strong resilience of cryptocurrencies but also reflects the return of confidence of global investors.
Behind this wave of growth are the Vai . They are the CEOs, founders, and pioneers who are directly shaping the next market cycle. Their decisions, strategies, and visions have a profound impact on the direction of digital assets.
Here are 10 digital asset billionaires who are dominating the cryptocurrency market.
1. Changpeng Zhao (CZ): About $62.9 billion
Despite leaving the CEO position of Binance since the end of 2023 and facing a short prison sentence after a historic $4.3 billion deal with US regulators, Changpeng Zhao is still the most powerful face in the digital asset world.
(Source: SCMP)According to Datawallet, his net worth is currently estimated at $62.9 billion, largely due to his 90% stake in Binance – the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange – and a large amount of BNB Token . This number helps CZ firmly hold the top spot on the cryptocurrency billionaire rankings.
Although he is less visible in public than at his peak, his influence remains immense, especially as BNB continues to play a pivotal Vai in the DeFi ecosystem and global trading activities.
2. Giancarlo Devasini (Tether/ Bitfinex): About $22.4 billion
As the CFO of Bitfinex and co-founder of Tether, Giancarlo Devasini is XEM the architect behind the dominance of USDT – the world’s most volume stablecoin. With an estimated 47% stake in Tether, his net worth has grown to $22.4 billion, making Devasini one of the top crypto billionaires.
(Source: Business Community)Unlike many public figures, Devasini is notoriously private, operating from behind the scenes. Although he is based primarily in Switzerland, he has a profound influence on stablecoin flows and global liquidation . Devasini represents a new breed of digital asset tycoon – quiet but strategic, and a vital link in the operation of the cryptocurrency market.
3. Brian Armstrong (Coinbase): About $9.6 - $12.8 billion
Still at the helm of Coinbase, Brian Armstrong remains one of the most prominent figures in the cryptocurrency industry. With an estimated 14–15% stake, his net worth ranges from $9.6 billion to $12.8 billion, depending on the stock price.
(Source: NYP)Over the years, Armstrong has become a familiar figure in both the tech and finance worlds, and is widely regarded for Vai in bridging the gap between traditional Web2 architecture and the Web3 vision, helping to bring cryptocurrencies closer to the mass market .
4. Michael Saylor (Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy): About $10.1 billion
Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, remains the world's largest Bitcoin speculator. He directly holds about 17,700 BTC and owns a majority stake in Strategy, bringing his total estimated net worth to $10.1 billion.
(Source: Coingape)As of mid-2025, Strategy holds more than 628,000 BTC worth about $72 billion, making it the largest Bitcoin holding company globally, far outpacing its competitors. The company's stock has also surged nearly 700% over the past year, mirroring the explosive growth of Bitcoin itself.
In the digital asset world, Saylor is often called the “philosopher king” of crypto CEOs, thanks to his influential statements and views surrounding Bitcoin.
5. Chris Larsen (Ripple Labs): About 7-8 billion USD
After a period of silence, Chris Larsen is back in the top 10 richest crypto CEOs. XRP 's recovery from its 2024 crash, coupled with Ripple's expansion into real-world asset tokenization, has pushed Larsen's net worth to an estimated $7–8 billion.
(Source: BitcoinSistemi)He currently holds approximately 2.6 billion XRP Token and a significant stake in Ripple Labs, the company he co-founded and serves as chairman of. Although he stepped down as CEO in 2016, Larsen remains an influential voice in the field of cryptocurrency governance and cross-border payments.
At 64, Larsen is XEM a typical representative of the pioneering generation in the industry, continuing to maintain power, influence and increase assets in the cryptocurrency world.
6. Barry Silbert (Digital Currency Group): About $3.2 billion
Barry Silbert, founder of Digital Currency Group (DCG), which owns Grayscale, Genesis, and CoinDesk, remains one of the most influential entrepreneurs in crypto finance. His estimated net worth of $3.0–$3.2 billion has been hit hard by the collapse of Genesis and regulatory constraints, but his pioneering Vai has not been overshadowed.
Early investments in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and dozens of startups have cemented Silbert’s legacy in bringing crypto closer to traditional finance. Despite volatile markets, the DCG ecosystem has secured him a place among the most influential global leaders in the digital asset industry.
7. Jed McCaleb (Stellar): About 2.9 billion USD
Jed McCaleb is one of the few figures to have left a deep technical mark on the history of cryptocurrency. He co-founded Mt. Gox, Ripple, and is currently the CTO of Stellar, helping to shape the digital asset infrastructure from its earliest days.
McCaleb’s fortune, estimated at $2.9 billion as of April 2025, is largely made up of early XRP allocations and his stake in Stellar. While he has sold most of XRP in court settlements, his influence on the industry remains strong.
Outside of blockchain, McCaleb now spends his time developing aerospace company Vast, demonstrating how blockchain founders can move beyond finance and expand their influence into other pioneering technologies.
8. Bijan Tehrani (Stake.com ): About 2.8 billion USD
Bijan Tehrani – co-founder of Stake– is a representative face of the new generation of crypto billionaires, who have emerged not from blockchain technology but from entertainment platforms. According to Forbes (5/2025), his net worth is about $ 2.8 billion, mainly from the explosion of Stake – a betting and streaming platform based on cryptocurrencies.
Stake ’s growth has been fueled by partnerships with content creators, celebrities, and global sponsorship deals, and its success has propelled Tehrani into the ranks of crypto billionaires under 40. While not a protocol designer, Tehrani shows how cryptocurrencies have moved beyond pure finance and into the cultural and entertainment industries of the Web3 era.
9. Mike Novogratz (Galaxy Digital): About $2.7 billion
Former hedge fund manager Mike Novogratz has transformed into a digital asset mogul and has taken a prominent Vai in the cryptocurrency industry. As founder and CEO of Galaxy Digital, he owns approximately 54% of the company, holds over 17,000 BTC , and is one of the key players shaping institutional crypto finance.
Despite the market volatility, Novogratz’s net worth has remained stable at $2.7 billion, according to public filings and Forbes’ 2025 estimates. Much of that value is tied to Galaxy Digital’s Capital and cryptocurrency holdings, keeping him among the world’s most influential Bitcoin billionaires.
10. Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum Foundation): About $1.025 billion
Although he does not hold the title of CEO, Vitalik Buterin is still XEM the “brain” of Ethereum and the pillar of modern cryptocurrency. As of July 2025, he held about 278,000 Ether (ETH) – worth more than $ 1.025 billion, according to data from Nansen and 99Bitcoins.
Compared to the giants of exchanges or stablecoins, Buterin's assets are somewhat modest. But his influence is almost unmatched. Buterin continues to lead the development of Ethereum, with notable advances such as the Fusaka upgrade and the strong expansion of the layer-2 ecosystem.
By mid-2025, the digital asset rankings will still feature veteran names like Changpeng Zhao, Giancarlo Devasini, and Brian Armstrong, who have laid the foundations for exchanges, stablecoins, and market-leading platforms.
But the list also reflects the continued expansion of cryptocurrencies. Vitalik Buterin shows the power of protocol-building minds, while Bijan Tehrani proves that culture and entertainment can be the driving force behind new billionaires.
