Binance, the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and operator of the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, is set to host a highly anticipated debate between CZ, Founder of Giggle Academy and Co-Founder of Binance, and renowned economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff. The debate will take place on December 4th during Binance Blockchain Week 2025, running from December 3–4 at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.
Bitcoin vs Tokenized Gold: A Debate on the Future of Money
The debate will explore one of the most critical questions in finance and crypto today: which asset better fulfills the fundamental conditions of money — Bitcoin or tokenized gold? Participants will examine aspects such as medium of exchange, unit of account, and store of value, highlighting the ongoing dialogue between traditional and digital assets in global markets.
The debate originated from an exchange on X, where CZ criticized tokenized gold for relying on third-party custodians, labeling it a “trust me bro” token. Peter Schiff responded by challenging CZ to a live debate, which CZ accepted, selecting Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai as the venue to address these differing viewpoints.
Binance Blockchain Week 2025: A Hub for Global Crypto Thought Leadership
“Binance Blockchain Week is designed to bring together the most influential voices in blockchain and finance. This debate between CZ and Peter Schiff perfectly embodies the spirit of critical analysis and innovation that our community demands,” said Richard Teng, CEO of Binance. “We look forward to hosting this dialogue, which will provide valuable insights for investors, innovators, and the broader industry.”
Returning to Dubai for the second consecutive year, Binance Blockchain Week 2025 will gather thought leaders, developers, regulators, and enthusiasts from around the world. Across two days of programming, attendees will engage with discussions on blockchain innovation, Web3 adoption, and emerging trends, highlighted by the CZ vs Peter Schiff debate. The event will feature prominent speakers including Michael Saylor, Brad Garlinghouse, and Lily Liu, with support from key sponsors such as Celo, Solayer, and NEXPACE.
