[Hurun Research Institute Releases '2026 Hurun Global Rich List': 23 Individuals from the Crypto Sector Make the List, Changpeng Zhao Ranks 12th Among Chinese Entrepreneurs] Foresight News reports that the Hurun Research Institute has released the '2026 Hurun Global Rich List,' with wealth calculations as of January 15, 2026. Changpeng Zhao's wealth reached 200 billion RMB, ranking 12th among Chinese entrepreneurs and 76th globally. A total of 23 billion-dollar-level individuals from the global crypto sector made the list, with Changpeng Zhao's wealth increasing by over 30%, Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen's wealth returning to 110 billion RMB, and Revolut co-founder Nikolay Storonsky's wealth growing by 122%. Elon Musk, with a fortune of 5.5 trillion RMB, became the world's richest person for the fifth time in six years, with an 89% increase. Jeff Bezos ranked second with 2.1 trillion RMB, a 13% increase. Larry Page of Alphabet saw his wealth grow by 65% to 1.9 trillion RMB, entering the top three for the first time.