Binance released on March 11 results from a global user survey to crown the most influential figures in the crypto world.
Over 12,000 users worldwide shared their thoughts on who are the key personalities dominating the crypto, blockchain and Web3 industries. As expected, Satoshi Nakamoto was named the most influential figure. Around one out of three respondents credited Nakamoto’s creation of Bitcoin (BTC) as the birth of decentralized finance.
CZ and Vitalik lead the innovation front
Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao was voted as the most influential changemaker. CZ and his Binance empire played a major role in expanding blockchain adoption and driving innovation in the Web3 space.
Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin, was voted the best crypto builder. Buterin’s innovation in smart contracts and decentralized applications has cemented his legacy in the blockchain ecosystem.
Elizabeth Stark voted top woman in crypto
Elizabeth Stark, CEO of Lightning Labs, was named the most influential woman in crypto. Her work on the Lightning Network, which enables faster and cheaper Bitcoin transactions, has positioned her as one of the most important and recognized names in the industry.
The Pomp Podcast named community’s favorite
The “Pomp Podcast” by Anthony Pompliano was voted the community’s most exciting podcast. Pompliano covers a wide range of subjects, including Bitcoin, business, global financial trends, and much more. His ability to break down complex topics has attracted both beginner and experienced investors.
