- BNC has purchased 200,000 BNB worth $160 million, becoming the largest corporate holder of Binance Coin.
- The company plans to expand its BNB treasury to $1.25 billion, aiming to boost institutional access to the asset.
BNB Network Company (BNC), the treasury arm of CEA Industries Inc., has made a major move in the crypto market. The company purchased 200,000 BNB tokens valued at $160 million, making it the largest corporate holder of Binance Coin (BNB). This acquisition follows a $500 million private placement led by 10X Capital and YZi Labs, positioning BNB as the firm’s main reserve asset.
BNC, formerly known as VAPE, has shifted entirely to digital asset treasury management. Its leadership now includes Galaxy Digital co-founder David Namdar as CEO, along with Russell Read, former CalPERS Chief Investment Officer, and Saad Naja, a former Kraken executive.
Why BNC Chose BNB
BNB is the native token of BNB Chain, one of the most active blockchain ecosystems. It ranks fourth in global cryptocurrency market capitalization and third in total value locked (TVL), at $12.3 billion.
The token’s deflationary supply model, periodic burns, and growing on-chain activity make it appealing for long-term holding. With over 250 million global users and average daily trading volumes of $9.3 billion as of July 2025, BNB offers both scale and growth potential. Despite its strength, it is still underrepresented among U.S. institutional investors — a gap BNC plans to address.
Targeting a $1.25 Billion BNB Treasury
The $160 million purchase is only the beginning. BNC aims to invest its full $500 million allocation into BNB. Additionally, warrants worth $750 million could push its total holdings to $1.25 billion.
This approach gives U.S. and global investors a way to gain exposure to BNB through a regulated, liquid investment structure without directly holding the asset.
Impact on the Crypto Market
BNC’s move signals confidence in BNB Chain’s long-term value and the growing role of crypto in corporate finance. By making digital assets central to its treasury strategy, BNC is setting a precedent for other companies to follow.
As institutional adoption increases, more corporations may take similar steps, integrating blockchain-based assets into mainstream financial strategies.
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