YZi Labs Seeks New Board After BNC's $500 Million Surge

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Last Updated: December 02, 2025

Key Takeaways

YZi Labs asked CEA shareholders to expand the board and appoint its nominees after filing a consent statement with the SEC;
Despite a rise in BNB’s value after a $500 million investment, YZi said CEA underperformed due to a weak strategy and poor oversight;
YZi called for leadership changes to fix transparency issues, improve communication, and create stronger value for investors.

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YZi Labs Seeks New Board After BNC's $500 Million Surge

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YZi Labs, Changpeng Zhao's investment company, has requested that the shareholders of CEA Industries Inc. approve enlarging the company's board and appointing the company's nominees.

YZi Labs delivered a preliminary consent statement to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on November 27.

The official filing noted that BNC's reserve holding, BNB BNB $829.68 , had increased in value following a $500 million private placement in August.

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Despite this asset growth, YZi Labs criticized the company for underwhelming business results. Reasons cited for the proposed changes included failed strategic initiatives, limited investor transparency, and ineffective oversight.

Committee members at YZi Labs identified the need for new directors with strong track records who could address performance issues and operational lapses.

The firm emphasized the importance of unlocking greater value for investors and addressing the company's weaknesses. Other issues raised involved BNC's slow regulatory disclosures, vague communication about its crypto reserves and overall value, and general confusion surrounding its mission.

The consent statement explained that a lack of timely updates and transparency made it difficult for investors to properly assess the business.

Since participating in the private placement, YZi Labs affirmed that it has supported BNC but believes immediate change is now required.

According to the filing, adding fresh perspectives and skills to the board is crucial at this point.

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