BNB Chain just dropped the list for its ninth Most Valuable Builder (MVB) program, and let me tell you, it’s a mix of seriously promising projects. Sixteen teams were selected, and frankly, it’s about time we saw this level of innovation!
This season kicks off April 5th with a two-day boot camp in Hong Kong – a fantastic move to foster real-world collaboration. Then, on April 24th, we get to see these projects demo their stuff online. YZi Labs will be watching closely, ready to invest in the real winners.
Let’s dive into what’s cooking:
AI is HUGE: BitGPT is building a decentralized AI agent network – finally, some real competition to centralized AI overlords. Datai Network is tackling the crucial problem of making on-chain data usable for AI. Echopy offers AI-powered portfolio optimization, while Eurexa AI is tokenizing robotic capabilities. Everlyn is all about Web3 video generation and JoJoWorld is building a decentralized 3D platform. TermiX is an AI-driven Web3 OS, and Super Protocol prioritizes privacy in AI collaboration – brilliant!
DeFi Still Thriving: BitFi brings CeDeFi solutions to Bitcoin, offering native real yield. LIKWID is building a permissionless, oracle-less margin trading protocol. Good riddance to reliance on centralized oracles, I say!
DePIN Taking Shape: XPIN throws AI into the consumer DePIN space – potential here is massive.
DeSci Finally Getting Attention: Stadium Science is a prediction market for speeding up science research, and Citadel Labs is funding deep tech projects – this is exactly the kind of backing DeSci needs.
Gaming & Infrastructure Too: Oneverse targets the Southeast Asian gaming market, while TCOM Global is building a decentralized IP governance protocol. And Pieverse aims to recapture human attention, which, let’s be honest, the current web has completely stolen.
This isn’t just a list of projects; it’s a glimpse into the future of Web3. These builders are tackling serious challenges, and I’m genuinely excited to see what they create. This season’s MVB lineup is a testament to the growing maturity and ambition within the BNB Chain ecosystem.
Let’s break down some key trends:
Decentralized AI: The convergence of AI and blockchain is no longer a hype, but a growing reality. These projects are democratizing access to powerful AI tools.
Real World Assets (RWAs): BitFi’s approach shows the continued push for integrating real-world assets into the DeFi space.
Data Infrastructure: Datai Network’s focus highlights the growing need for efficient ways to use on-chain data in various applications.
DePIN Evolution: The rise of AI-powered DePIN platforms like XPIN marks an important step in the development of this sector.
