BNB Chain Weekly Ecosystem Report (Aug 7 – 13)

Another packed week on BNB Chain. From key metrics to ecosystem milestones, here’s your weekly snapshot—featuring the latest in DeFi, AI, Payments, DeSoc, and more. Dive into the top data, biggest updates, and the newest projects building on-chain.

BNB Chain Key Data Highlights

• Average Daily Active Users (DAU): 
  • BSC: 2,282,527 (Aug 7 – 13)
    • Source: BscScan
  • opBNB: 1,829,745 (Aug 7 – 13)
    • Source: opBNBscan
• Total Transactions:
  • BSC: 90,797,540 (Aug 7 – 13)
    • Source: BscScan
  • opBNB: 20,433,866 (Aug 7 – 13)
    • Source: opBNBScan
• Total Trading Volume:
  • The total trading volume is 51.79B (Aug 7 – 13)
    • Source: Dune
• Total Value Locked (TVL):
  • The TVL is $13.02B (Aug 13)
    • Source: DefiLlama 

Live Projects This Week

Please note that all the information in the table above is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Please DYOR.

Ecosystem Updates

New All-Time High for $BNB

$BNB soared to a record-breaking $868.68 on 14 Aug 2025, a long way from its ERC-20 beginnings in 2017. From an exchange token to powering a leading global blockchain, this milestone signifies years of continuous innovation. Celebrate milestone

BNB Chain Annual Awards 2025: Nominations Open

Celebrate BNB Chain’s 5th anniversary by nominating builders who set new benchmarks in innovation and impact. Nomination closes on Aug 20 across five award categories. Nominate here

BNB Chain Enters its Next Era: Calling for Developers

BNB Chain is gearing up for a major upgrade to combine CEX-grade speed and UX with full decentralization. Developers are invited to submit proposals to help build what’s next. Submit your proposal

Most Valuable Builder (MVB): Season 10 Cohort Announced

The MVB Accelerator Program, co-hosted by YZi Labs and CMC Labs, has announced its Season 10 cohort with 15 early-stage projects building across DeFi, AI, RWA, and payments. Follow #InsideMVB for updates from the Builder Bunker NYC offsite. Meet winners

0 Fee Carnival for USD1 & USDT: Extended till 31 Aug

Transfers for USD1 and USDT are still free on BNB Chain thanks to the extended 0 Fee Carnival till 31 Aug. Move your stablecoins with no gas fees using supported wallets like Trust Wallet, SafePal, and Binance Web3 Wallet. Join campaign

Kickstart Program Upgraded: More Support for Builders

The upgraded Kickstart Program offers two tailored tracks for builders: dApp Building for newcomers and dApp Growth for high-potential projects. Get matched with resources, partners and support for your stage. Read more

BNB Hack Bombay: Register Now

Join us in Bombay for an in-person hackathon to build the future of Web3 with AI, DeSoc, DeSci, and DePIN. Bring your ideas, form teams, and compete for prizes. Register here

Builder Bunker NYC: Apply Now

BNB Chain is launching its first Builder Bunker in New York City—a physical basecamp for developers building on BNB Chain. The space will serve as a hub for collaboration, co-working, and hands-on support. Read more

Martians Program Relaunched for 2025

The BNB Chain Martians Program is now open for new applicants. Updated for 2025, the program offers multiple tracks—Developer, Content Creator, Community Leader, and Founder—designed to help contributors grow with real support. Apply here

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