BNB Chain has transformed its Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Program from a fixed quarterly intake into a rolling‑admissions engine that reviews and announces new projects every two weeks until MVB 10 officially launches in July 2025, obliterating wait times for Web3, DeFi, AI, and infrastructure builders worldwide.
This continuous format instantly connects applicants with a tailored curriculum, 1:1 mentorship, up to $300 K in credits, demo days, and investor access the moment their application is approved. On April 24, MVB Season 9 Demo Day showcased 16 hand‑picked teams live to a global investor audience, underlining the program’s pedigree in launching high‑impact blockchain ventures.
A Continuous Launchpad: Why Rolling Applications?
Picture this: you’ve built a killer cross‑chain bridge, but the next MVB intake starts three months from now, and your momentum stalls. That changes with rolling applications. Now, as soon as your whitepaper is polished and smart contracts deployed, you apply and, within weeks, plug into BNB Chain’s full support suite.
No more calendar watch‑outs, no more stagnant runway
By slicing the timeline into bi‑weekly selection windows, BNB Chain democratizes access for founders across time zones—from Asia’s rising DeFi hubs to Latin America’s NFT studios—fueling iteration in real time. For teams, that means immediately:
👉Visibility among top‑tier investors
👉Hands‑on guidance from experts
👉Infrastructure credits to scale testnets and mainnets
Why join MVB?
Tailored Curriculum & AI Modules
You’ll binge deep dives on tokenomics, security best practices, growth hacks, and fundraising playbooks—now with dedicated AI integration labs so you can weave machine‑learning agents into smart contracts
1:1 Mentorship
Weekly sessions with YZi Labs’ investment team, CMC Labs strategists, and BNB Chain architects become your board of advisors—no awkward cold emails required
Launch‑as‑a‑Service
Receive up to $300,000 in combined credits: cloud infrastructure, auditing tools, marketing campaigns, even legal templates to nail compliance and token launches.
Investor Access & Demo Days
Bi‑weekly “roll calls” culminate in Demo Day spotlights—like Season 9’s April 24 event—where YZi Labs and a network of VCs scout live pitches for follow‑on funding
Global Networking Events
From Dubai’s Blockchain Week to São Paulo meetups, MVB arranges offline salons so you can rub shoulders with ecosystem heavyweights—and maybe find your next co‑founder
Season 9 in Focus: Demo Day Highlights
On April 24, 16 teams covering AI‑powered DeFi, decentralized science (DeSci), DePin, infrastructure tooling, and GamingFi strutted their stuff on the global stage
Roughly 3.2% of applicants broke through the selection gauntlet, proving that while the door is always open, the bar remains high
Viewers from every continent tuned into the livestream, watching protocols demo cross‑chain bridges, on‑chain AI agents, and tokenized metaverse experiences—all built natively on BNB Chain
Real-time feedback
One Season 8 alum quipped, “Rolling apps meant we plugged into mentors the minute our testnet went live—game‑changer for product‑market fit.” That’s the kind of real‑time feedback loop MVB now offers around the clock.
Admission Criteria: Are You Eligible?
Before you hit “Submit,” make sure your project ticks these boxes:
👉BNB Chain Native: Core business logic and smart contracts must live on BNB Chain (BSC or opBNB).
👉Token Launchpad: Any native token must debut on BNB Chain, ensuring liquidity and governance remain within the ecosystem.
👉Active Traction: Demoable testnet or mainnet, GitHub commits, community engagement on X or Telegram—show you’ve got momentum.
👉Apply anytime via the official portal and watch the bi‑weekly announcement feed to see if you cut.
Program Impact & Alumni Success
Since its inception, MVB has nurtured 147 projects across nine seasons. Of those, 75 have secured backing from leading VCs post‑program, and over 163 tokens launched—many listing on major exchanges like Binance and Kraken.
Alumni powerhouses include Galxe (on‑chain reputation), Mobox (GameFi ecosystems), SpaceID (decentralized identity), KiloEx (liquidity networks), and AltLayer (scalable rollups).
Several even debuted on Binance Launchpool, showcasing the program’s ability to springboard projects to mass adoption.
Note: MVB acceptance doesn’t automatically guarantee investment. YZi Labs makes final funding decisions at program close, ensuring only the most robust, traction‑driven ventures receive backing.
About the Organizers
BNB Chain is a community‑governed blockchain ecosystem comprising BNB Smart Chain (a low‑fee EVM L1), opBNB (high‑throughput L2), and BNB Greenfield (decentralized storage). It touts AvengerDAO for on‑chain security and Red Alarm for real‑time DApp risk scanning, plus a Builder Support Program offering grants and ecosystem rewards.
About YZi Labs
YZI Labs has more than $10 billion in assets all over the world. Their investment philosophy puts impact first, as they believe in meaningful returns and a natural flow. YZI Labs support Web3, AI, and biotech ventures at every stage.
About CMC Labs
CMC Labs is the accelerator program of CoinMarketCap. Their top-tier ecosystem supports Web3 projects that raise awareness, social amplification, bespoke content, and networking opportunities.