Key Points
- Satoshi Nakamoto, Changpeng Zhao, and Vitalik Buterin were named as influential figures in the crypto world, according to a Binance user survey.
- Elizabeth Stark was voted the most influential woman in crypto, and “Pomp Podcast” was the community’s favorite podcast.
Binance revealed the results of a global user survey on March 11, identifying the most influential personalities in the crypto world.
The survey, which collected responses from over 12,000 users globally, highlighted the key figures in the crypto, blockchain, and Web3 sectors.
Satoshi Nakamoto: The Birth of Decentralized Finance
Satoshi Nakamoto was named as the most influential figure, with approximately one-third of respondents attributing the birth of decentralized finance to Nakamoto’s creation of Bitcoin (BTC).
Influential Changemakers
Changpeng Zhao, co-founder of Binance, was voted as the most influential changemaker. Binance, under Zhao’s leadership, has been instrumental in fostering blockchain adoption and driving innovation in the Web3 space.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum (ETH), was voted as the best crypto builder. Buterin’s work on smart contracts and decentralized applications has solidified his position in the blockchain ecosystem.
Top Woman in Crypto
Elizabeth Stark, CEO of Lightning Labs, was recognized as the most influential woman in crypto. Stark’s work on the Lightning Network, which facilitates faster and cheaper Bitcoin transactions, has made her a prominent figure in the industry.
Community’s Favorite Podcast
The “Pomp Podcast” by Anthony Pompliano was chosen as the community’s favorite podcast. Pompliano’s podcast covers a variety of topics, including Bitcoin, business, global financial trends, and more, and his ability to simplify complex subjects has attracted a diverse audience of investors.