The 10 Richest People in the World Thanks to Crypto and Bitcoin in Early 2024

Forbes released its list of *The Richest Crypto and Bitcoin Billionaires in the World 2024*, or a list of the wealthiest individuals whose fortunes originate from cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin.

Seventeen individuals made the list, with an estimated total net worth of US$93 billion. This figure is derived from estimations of cryptocurrency holdings, publicly disclosed stock ownership, and their personal assets.

Topping the list is Changpeng Zhao, founder of the cryptocurrency company Binance, with a net worth of US$33 billion.

In November 2023, Zhao faced money laundering charges in the United States. He paid a personal fine of US$200 million, and his company, Binance, paid an additional fine of US$4.5 billion.

As a result of the scandal, Zhao stepped down as CEO of Binance and was banned from company activities for three years. However, he still controls 90% of Binance's shares.

Brian Armstrong, owner of Coinbase, with a net worth of US$11.2 billion, came in second.

Brian Armstrong's name gained traction in Indonesia due to rumors of his marriage to local actress Raline Shah. However, both parties denied the rumors.

Giancarlo Devasini, with a net worth of US$9.2 billion, secured third place. He is the CFO and largest individual shareholder of Tether, the issuer of the world's largest stablecoin in the crypto world.

Below is the complete list of the top 10 wealthiest individuals in the world related to crypto and Bitcoin in March 2024, according to Forbes:

1. Changpeng Zhao (Binance): US$33 billion
2. Brian Armstrong (Coinbase): US$11.2 billion
3. Giancarlo Devasini (Tether): US$9.2 billion
4. Michael Saylor (MicroStrategy, Bitcoin): US$4.4 billion
5. Paolo Ardoino (Tether): US$3.9 billion
6. Jean-Louis van der Velde (Tether): US$3.9 billion
7. Chris Larsen (Ripple, XRP): US$3.2 billion
8. Fred Ehrsam (Coinbase, Paradigm): US$3.2 billion
9. Matthew Roszak (Bitcoin, Ethereum): US$3.1 billion
10. Jed McCaleb (XRP): US$2.9 billion