Head of YZi Labs, Ella Zhang, confirmed that investor demand is strong. She emphasized that the firm remains in the early stages of planning.
The news comes amid a rising trend of crypto-focused investment firms seeking broader exposure. YZi Labs is already heavily weighted in digital assets, with roughly 70% of its portfolio in cryptocurrencies and related tokens.
Growing Interest and Regulatory Attention
This positions the firm among a small but growing number of crypto funds offering concentrated exposure to blockchain innovation. This is while exploring traditional fund structures. A recent example is Grayscale, whose Bitcoin Trust provides public investors with regulated exposure to BTC. If YZi Labs follows a similar path, it could offer diversified access to some of the most promising digital projects in one vehicle.
Interest in YZi Labs is not limited to private investors. Reports indicate that SEC Chair Paul Atkins requested a private demo after missing YZi’s New York Stock Exchange event this summer, reflecting regulatory curiosity in how large crypto investment firms operate. Meanwhile, YZi Labs received proposals from over 50 teams this summer seeking to accumulate tokens, demonstrating strong deal flow and demand from project teams looking for capital and strategic guidance.
According to FT, Binance founder CZ’s $10B investment firm YZi Labs is considering opening to external investors and may convert into a public fund. Head Ella Zhang said investor interest is strong but the firm remains in early stages. She noted SEC Chair Paul Atkins requested a…
— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) September 23, 2025
Opening YZi Labs to external investors could offer a transparent and regulated way for the broader public to access a portfolio previously limited to a small network of insiders. By potentially converting into a public fund, the firm would need to adhere to reporting standards, disclosures, and compliance protocols, creating a safer and more accessible entry point for investors exploring digital assets.
More About Yzi Labs
YZi Labs has deepened its investment in Ethena Labs, the protocol behind USDe. This stablecoin is the third-largest and fastest-growing USD-denominated crypto asset in history. Originally backed through YZi Labs’ Season 6 Incubation Program in early 2024, Ethena has grown its supply to over $13 billion. It is integrated across top centralized exchanges and DeFi platforms.
— YZi Labs (@yzilabs) September 19, 2025
YZi Labs’ continued support will accelerate USDe adoption. Also, expand its presence on BNB Chain, and fund new products like USDtb and Converge, an institutional settlement layer. Leaders from both firms emphasize that this partnership aims to embed stable, yield-bearing digital dollars into the core of the crypto economy. It creates scalable, compliant infrastructure for global financial markets.
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