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Binance CZ unknowingly set off a meme coin craze by discussing his Belgian Malinois, Broccoli.Crypto community members rushed to create ‘Broc’ meme coins despite CZ stating he wouldn’t issue one.BNB Foundation may provide liquidity support and rewards for top-performing meme projects.

The crypto community thrives on unexpected trends, but few could have predicted that Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) would unknowingly spark a meme coin revolution—simply by talking about his dog.

It all started when CZ casually responded to a post about Bitcoin milestones by asking how meme coins are created. In passing, he mentioned owning a dog—not a Shiba Inu, but a Belgian Malinois. This single comment sent the crypto world into a frenzy. Users on X (formerly Twitter) began urging him to create a meme coin based on his dog, even requesting pictures and the dog’s name.

In his characteristic style, CZ played along, teasing that he would “mull it over for a day or so” before making a decision. He even joked about the possibility of the hypothetical meme coin interacting with the BNB Chain. That was all the fuel the crypto community needed.

Got the answers now. Pretty interesting how things work. Will mull it over for a day or so, as usual for big decisions😂. Respect his privacy, or dox the dog for the cause? Oh well, might even interact with a couple of the memes on BNB Chain. 🤣

— CZ 🔶 BNB (@cz_binance) February 12, 2025

Less than 24 hours later, CZ revealed his dog’s name—Broccoli—and shared its heartwarming backstory. According to CZ, Broccoli was an unplanned addition to his life, gifted to him by a friend who owns a zoo in Dubai. He named the dog Broccoli for its “blocky” sound, a subtle nod to blockchain. He also detailed Broccoli’s journey from being a timid, unsocialized pup to a strong, confident companion.

Broccoli’s Story

A year and a half ago, I casually chatted with a friend who owned a (real) zoo in Dubai. Curious, I asked what dog breed is adapted to the Dubai summer heat. I had no plans to get a dog.

Later that evening, my doorbell rang, and a young Belgian Malinois showed… pic.twitter.com/vSLiHiS4fC

— CZ 🔶 BNB (@cz_binance) February 13, 2025

But despite CZ’s clear statement that he would not create a Broccoli meme coin himself, the crypto world had already taken matters into its own hands. By the time his post was live, multiple ‘Broc’ tokens had flooded the market, with one soaring to a $60 million market cap in record time, according to Dexscreener.

Within just one hour, a trader flipped one BNB worth approximately $700 at the current market price to a whopping $7 million.

Never a Dull Day in Crypto

CZ, amused by the rapid developments, acknowledged the wave of new tokens and left it up to the community to decide their fate. “May the best dev win,” he quipped. He also hinted that he might interact with a few of the more popular Broccoli-themed meme coins on BNB Chain.

This frenzy comes at a time when BNB Chain has been actively fostering meme coin development through platforms like Four.Meme. The tool shares the same functionality as Solana’s Pump.Fun, making it easier than ever for users to launch tokens.

Adding fuel to the fire, CZ said that the BNB Foundation is now considering supporting the most successful Broc meme coins with liquidity and other incentives.

Meanwhile, CZ’s innocent storytelling has now inadvertently given rise to one of the hottest meme coin trends of the moment. Whether Broccoli becomes the next Dogecoin or fades into obscurity, one thing is clear—there is never a dull day in crypto.

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Chimamanda is a crypto enthusiast and experienced writer focusing on the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies. She joined the industry in 2019 and has since developed an interest in the emerging economy. She combines her passion for blockchain technology with her love for travel and food, bringing a fresh and engaging perspective to her work.

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