Binance is hosting an online event next week. Scheduled for May 13, the broadcast brings together three of crypto's most recognizable names: former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Blockstream CEO Adam Back, and venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya. The session will focus on artificial intelligence, stablecoins, and the broader trajectory of blockchain growth.
CZ returns to the mic
This will be one of CZ's first public speaking appearances since his legal settlement with U.S. authorities last year. While he stepped down as CEO, he remains a major figure in the industry. His presence on the lineup suggests Binance is betting that his voice still carries weight with the community — and that the regulatory dust has settled enough for him to rejoin the conversation.
Adam Back and Chamath round out the panel
Adam Back, the cypherpunk and Bitcoin core developer behind Hashcash, rarely does joint appearances with exchange executives. His inclusion points to a technical bent — likely covering Bitcoin layer-2 solutions or proof-of-work innovation. Chamath Palihapitiya, the Social Capital founder turned crypto bull, adds a macro-investor perspective. He's been vocal about Bitcoin as a reserve asset and AI as a transformative force, so expect him to bridge those two themes.
AI and stablecoins take center stage
The event's agenda touches three topics: AI, stablecoins, and blockchain growth. That's a broad remit, but each is under intense scrutiny right now. Stablecoin regulation is still being hammered out in Congress, and AI tokens have become a speculative hotbed this year. The panel could address how Binance sees these markets evolving — and where it plans to deploy resources.
How to watch
Binance hasn't released a full schedule yet, but the event is set to stream on its official channels starting May 13. Given the speaker lineup, it's likely to draw a live audience well into the hundreds of thousands. No word yet on whether there will be product announcements or just discussion — but with three heavy hitters on one call, the conversation alone should be worth tuning into.
