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BNBBNB

A token across a multi-chain ecosystem.

BNB is the native token associated with the BNB Chain ecosystem, including BNB Smart Chain. It is used for transaction fees and within an ecosystem of decentralized applications and services.

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01 / INTRODUCTION

What is BNB?

BNB is the native token associated with the BNB Chain ecosystem, including BNB Smart Chain. It is used for transaction fees and within an ecosystem of decentralized applications and services.

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Start with the fundamentalsFocus on the purpose of the network or token before looking at market activity.
02 / UNDER THE HOOD

Technology & network design

BNB Smart Chain is EVM-compatible, enabling familiar smart-contract tools. It uses a validator model distinct from Bitcoin proof of work or Ethereum proof of stake.

03 / THE ECOSYSTEM

How it is used

Application gas fees, decentralized finance, token issuance and interactions across the wider BNB ecosystem.

04 / THE BIG PICTURE

What makes it different

Ethereum-compatible development and strong exchange-adjacent recognition have helped its ecosystem grow.

05 / KNOW THE RISKS

Risks & trade-offs

Validator centralization concerns, governance concentration, regulatory exposure and risks inherent in any smart-contract chain.

! Never send funds to an address you have not verified, and never share your wallet recovery phrase.