CZ rules out return to Binance, predicts 2026 Bitcoin 'supercycle'
Changpeng Zhao said he will not rejoin Binance and forecast that Bitcoin could enter a multi-year bullish phase starting in 2026.
Binance co‑founder Changpeng Zhao said he will not return to the company, noting that Binance does not need a 'backseat driver.' He also said a presidential pardon from Donald Trump could technically allow a return, but that he does not plan to rejoin leadership at Binance [1][3].
On CNBC’s Squawk Box, Zhao predicted Bitcoin could begin a 'super‑cycle' in 2026, suggesting the asset may break from the historical four‑year market cycle and enter a prolonged bullish phase despite recent price dips [2][4].
Multiple crypto outlets reported Zhao’s comments, highlighting both his rejection of a comeback to Binance and his bullish outlook for BTC in 2026 [1][2][3].
Zhao combined a firm decision not to reassume Binance leadership with a bullish long‑term view on Bitcoin, centering 2026 as the potential start of a new market cycle [1][2].
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- 1CZ rules out return to Binance, predicts 2026 Bitcoin supercycleCointelegraph• Jan 26, 2026
- 2Changpeng Zhao Sees 2026 as Start of Bitcoin Super-CycleThe Crypto Basic• Jan 26, 2026
- 3CZ Confirms He Won’t Rejoin Binance, Predicts Bullish Run for BTC Despite DipCoinGape• Jan 26, 2026
- 4CZ Won’t Return to Binance, Eyes Bitcoin Supercycle BoomCrypto Breaking News• Jan 26, 2026
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