Binance Coin

Binance Coin
BNB
Contract address
0xb8c7...1bdd52
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$566.27
$5.19(+0.92%)Today
Market cap
75.40B
Total volume (24h)
415.92M
Volume / Market cap
0.0055
Circulating supply
133.17M
Day range (24h)
$559.59$568.23
All-time low
$0.0398
All-time high
$1,369.99

About Binance Coin (BNB)

What is Binance Coin (BNB)?

Binance Coin (BNB) is a decentralized cryptocurrency launched in 2017 that is the native token for Binance exchange. Pronounced “BEE-en-BEE,” BNB was originally created as an ERC-20 token on the Ethereum blockchain. In 2019, BNB migrated from Ethereum to Binance’s own blockchain network, called Binance Chain. In 2020, Binance launched Binance Smart Chain (BSC), a more versatile blockchain supporting smart contract. When it was launched, BNB's primary use was as a utility token, giving Binance users discounted trading rates when on Binance exchange. 

How does BNB chain work?

BNB chain uses a Proof of Staking Authority consensus mechanism to validate transactions made on the blockchain. The technology incorporates an amalgamation of delegated Proof of Stake (dPos) and Proof of Authority (PoA) methods. 

What are the benefits of PoSA?

In PoSA, network validators are selected based on the amount of crypto they stake, as well as their reputation, aka authority. This consensus mechanism results in a smaller amount of validators checking transactions onchain, which is less decentralized than PoS, but can facilitate a faster, more scalable network. Having less validators means a reduction in the communication needed between them. However, this structure can leave the blockchain network more vulnerable to attacks. 

What is Binance Coin (BNB) used for?

Today Binance Coin can be used both inside and out of the Binance ecosystem. This includes staking, accessing decentralized apps (dapps), governance decisions, travel booking, and financial services.

Price history

Today (July 25, 2026)$566.27+0.92%
24 hours ago (July 24, 2026)$561.12+0.92%
1 week ago (July 18, 2026)$569.03-0.48%
1 month ago (June 25, 2026)$552.69+2.46%
1 year ago (July 25, 2025)$772.94-26.74%

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24h change: -0.38%. From $566.66 to $564.49.

  • Real world asset total value locked on BNB Chain has hit a new all-time high above 5.2 billion dollars. This places the network second only to Ethereum among blockchains for tokenized assets. Tokenized stock market capitalization recently reached 2.5 billion dollars with BNB Chain capturing 33.5 percent market share, while trading volumes surpassed 8.3 billion dollars. These metrics reflect growing institutional interest and practical utility for real-world applications on the chain.
  • BNB Chain is building a dedicated layer-1 blockchain optimized for autonomous AI agents and high-frequency trading. The design targets over 100,000 transactions per second, sub-50 millisecond preconfirmations, and eliminates the public mempool to reduce front-running risks. Testnet is planned for late 2026 with mainnet expected in early 2027. This builds on prior upgrades that reduced block times to 450 milliseconds and improved finality during the first half of 2026.
  • BNB Chain delivered multiple hard forks in 2025 and 2026 that cut block times to 0.45 seconds and boosted throughput toward 5,200 transactions per second. The H2 2026 roadmap aims to double mainnet throughput again with a long-term path to 10x gains and one million TPS. These improvements support expanding use cases including stablecoin on-ramps, where BNB Chain leads with over 32 percent market share, and continued quarterly token burns that reduce supply. Developer activity and on-chain metrics remain elevated.

24h change: -0.86%. From $571.51 to $566.62.

  • The B2 Network, a project operating on BNB Chain, suffered a security breach in which attackers stole assets worth approximately 3.86 million dollars before swapping them to wrapped BNB. This incident highlights ongoing security risks for projects in the ecosystem despite improvements to the underlying chain. It may affect short-term community confidence and on-chain activity. Users should review security practices when engaging with decentralized applications on the network.
  • BNB Chain published its 2026 technology roadmap focusing on major gains in speed and efficiency. Plans include reducing block times to 0.45 seconds, achieving up to 20,000 transactions per second, and releasing a Reth-based validator client for better performance. Additional work targets native privacy features and lower network fees through execution engine improvements. These changes aim to support high-throughput applications while maintaining compatibility for developers and users.
  • Recent analysis shows BNB holding above important support levels after a period of flat trading and minor declines. Technical posts highlight resistance zones, higher lows, and the importance of reclaiming certain areas to shift momentum. Volume and liquidity remain in focus as the token trades in a defined range. This reflects typical market monitoring by participants during periods of consolidation.

24h change: -1.39%. From $579.87 to $571.83.

  • BNB Chain is building a specialized layer-1 blockchain designed for autonomous AI agents and high-frequency trading applications. The network aims for over 100,000 transactions per second, transaction preconfirmations under 50 milliseconds, sub-second finality, and removal of the public mempool to minimize front-running. A public testnet is planned for the end of 2026 followed by mainnet in early 2027. This initiative builds on recent improvements to the existing BNB Smart Chain, including block times reduced to 450 milliseconds and throughput reaching approximately 5,200 transactions per second.
  • The 36th quarterly BNB burn took place on July 15, 2026, with 1.62 million BNB removed from circulation. This continues the established mechanism that has consistently reduced supply over 36 quarters. Circulating supply now stands at approximately 133.16 million BNB. The burns are highlighted alongside ecosystem growth in AI agents and tokenized assets as factors in the network's development.
  • PancakeSwap has added 10 new bStocks representing AI-focused companies such as TSMC, Broadcom, Arm, and others, making them tradable on BNB Chain. Binance Wallet now accepts bStocks as collateral for perpetuals trading. Over $167 million in bStocks are reported on the chain, supporting growth in real-world asset tokenization. This aligns with broader ecosystem efforts in tokenized equities and institutional adoption.

24h change: -0.30%. From $581.59 to $579.87.

  • The BNBAgent SDK is now live on BNB Chain mainnet. It gives developers a modular Python toolkit and standards for building AI agents that handle identity registration, commerce, payments, and memory in a trustless way. Recent coverage connects the May 2026 launch and ongoing updates to broader developer interest and ecosystem expansion. This positions the chain at the intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence for practical applications.
  • VanEck introduced the VBNB spot BNB ETF on Nasdaq in May 2026. Shares are backed by BNB held in cold storage with a qualified custodian and carry a 0.39% sponsor fee. The product gives traditional investors exposure to BNB through brokerage accounts without direct crypto custody. It forms part of growing institutional products tied to the BNB ecosystem.
  • BNB Chain recorded leading growth in RWA holders during 2026 with stablecoins reaching $14.7 billion, up 39% year-over-year, and tokenized funds showing over 8,000% growth. The chain is highlighted alongside Solana for fastest RWA holder increases in reports covering the broader tokenized asset market near $60 billion. Coverage notes expansion across stablecoins, funds, commodities and stocks. This demonstrates practical blockchain use for real-world financial assets.

24h change: +2.61%. From $567.32 to $582.14.

  • BNB launched as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum in July 2017 at 0.15 dollars. Nine years later the community highlights its evolution into the native asset of BNB Chain supporting DeFi, GameFi, RWAs, and AI applications. More than 65 million BNB have been burned from the original 200 million supply with a long-term target of 100 million. The milestone coincides with strong on-chain metrics including high DEX volumes and positive RWA net flows.
  • Recent ecosystem updates emphasize AI frameworks including BNB Agent Studio and Agent SDK along with middleware for payments and institutional privacy tools. BNB Chain recorded over 100 million dollars in RWA net flows in the past 30 days and ranks high in DEX volume. Block times have improved to roughly 450 milliseconds with plans in H2 2026 to double throughput again targeting over 100000 TPS and sub-50-millisecond confirmations in a next-generation design. These efforts build on prior upgrades that reduced times from 3 seconds to 0.75 seconds in 2025.

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