YZi Labs Launches $1B Builder Fund to Boost BNB Ecosystem

In Brief

• YZi Labs unveils $1B Builder Fund to accelerate innovation across the BNB ecosystem.
• EASY Residency Season 2 expands globally, offering $500K funding and mentorship access.
• BNB Chain hits 26M daily transactions as network upgrades boost speed and adoption.

YZi Labs has launched a $1 billion Builder Fund to accelerate innovation and support long-term founders within the BNB ecosystem. The initiative focuses on sectors such as DeFi, AI, DeSci, payments, and real-world assets, leveraging BNB Chain’s scalable and low-cost infrastructure.

The fund aims to provide developers with enhanced tools, funding, and integrations across BNB’s 460 million user network. It also reinforces YZi Labs’ mission to integrate Web3, AI, and biotech advancements into practical solutions that drive global digital transformation.

BNB Chain continues to reach new milestones, recording 26 million daily transactions and ranking first in decentralised exchange trading volume. The network’s Maxwell Hardfork improved block speeds to 0.75 seconds and reduced transaction fees to 0.05 Gwei, boosting adoption.

EASY Residency Expands Global Reach and Builder Support

The Builder Fund coincides with the launch of EASY Residency Season 2, designed to expand programs in New York, San Francisco, Dubai, and Singapore. It incorporates the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) initiative, offering up to $500,000 in funding and direct access to YZi Labs’ global network.

Ella Zhang, Head of YZi Labs, said the BNB ecosystem represents the next phase of digital infrastructure, combining decentralization and scalability. She emphasised that the $1 billion fund will empower founders building open, secure, and human-centred technological systems.

Applications for the EASY Residency and MVB Track are now open on a rolling basis for global innovators. The joint program aims to strengthen collaboration between builders, investors, and mentors, supporting the next wave of products in the BNB ecosystem.