Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) reminded investors that the best time to buy Bitcoin is usually when people are scared, not when they’re excited.
In a tweet, he said many regret not buying Bitcoin earlier, but early investors didn’t buy at the top. They bought during uncertain times when it was hardest to stay confident.
His comments come as the crypto market is still cautious. For weeks, Bitcoin has been in “Extreme Fear,” showing that traders are nervous. Even though things have improved a little, it’s more a sign of caution than full confidence.
Community Voices Reinforce the Message
Several market participants publicly echoed Zhao’s perspective on social platforms. X user Lawrence Lanzilli encouraged investors to consider accumulating Bitcoin during the holiday period, suggesting that institutions may be quietly positioning themselves for a potential bullish phase in 2026.
He reinforced Zhao’s broader theme, arguing that meaningful positions are typically built during doubt, not widespread optimism.
Other community members focused on the psychological challenges of investing in downturns. One X user observed that while many seek financial opportunity, far fewer are willing to endure the discomfort required to seize it.
According to the commenter, early participation demands emotional resilience, as acting during uncertainty often feels worse than missing out later.
Everyone begs for the opportunity, but nobody wants the nausea that comes with taking it. The price of being early isn't just capital, it’s the stomach to click buy when the timeline is burning.
— poet.base.eth (@1CrypticPoet) December 25, 2025
Meanwhile, broader market conditions have shown incremental improvement. At press time, total cryptocurrency market capitalization had risen 1.1% to $3.05 trillion, with 24-hour trading volume reaching $69.75 billion.
Bitcoin continued to dominate within this environment. Its market capitalization approached $1.75 trillion, maintaining its leading position across the crypto market.
Zhao’s Consistent View on Fear and Greed
Zhao’s recent remarks align with views he shared earlier this year. In November, he gave a simple rule for handling Bitcoin’s ups and downs: sell when everyone is overly optimistic, and buy when fear is strongest.
Back then, some investors agreed, saying it’s better to watch the market carefully rather than act on emotions. Others, however, criticized his advice.
Unpopular opinion, but it's better to sell when there is maximum greed, and buy when there is maximum fear. 🤷♂️
— CZ 🔶 BNB (@cz_binance) November 29, 2025
During the same period, Binance CEO Richard Teng also weighed in on market conditions, offering reassurance amid heightened uncertainty. Teng stated that all asset classes experience cycles and added that deleveraging and risk-off behavior were contributing to short-term pressure in the crypto markets.
Education as a Defense Against Panic Selling
Changpeng Zhao has also highlighted the importance of investor education. In a separate X post published in September, he warned that many panic-sell Bitcoin due to limited understanding.
He argued that relying on external recommendations does not build conviction. Instead, he urged investors to study technology, finance, and global trends.
According to Zhao, stronger knowledge helps traders hold through downturns and focus on Bitcoin’s long-term prospects.
Taken together, Zhao’s remarks stress that fear often precedes opportunity, while euphoria tends to amplify risk.
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