#BTCBreaksATH BNB (Build and Build) is the native cryptocurrency of the BNB Chain, which powers the Binance ecosystem. Here's a quick overview:
🔹 What is BNB?
BNB was originally launched in 2017 as Binance Coin, an ERC-20 token on Ethereum. It was later moved to Binance Chain, and now primarily operates on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) — a blockchain that supports smart contracts and decentralized apps (DApps).
🔹 Main Uses of BNB:
Trading Fee Discounts on Binance Exchange
Gas Fees on BNB Smart Chain
Token Launches via Binance Launchpad
DeFi Protocols (staking, yield farming, lending)
NFT Marketplace Payments
Payments in real-world applications (e.g., travel, gaming)
🔹 BNB Chain Components:
BNB Beacon Chain (formerly Binance Chain) – governance, staking, and BNB transfers
BNB Smart Chain (BSC) – EVM-compatible, supports smart contracts
🔹 BNB Tokenomics:
Initial Supply: 200 million BNB
Current Supply: Reduced through **quarterly