MVB 11: Where Founders Break Through

TL;DR

• MVB evolves from a 4-week program to a 10-week global residency run by YZi Labs for Web3 founders with up to $500K in funding for selected startups and world-class mentorship.
• Applications for MVB 11 close September 6, 2025.

The next wave of Web3 innovation is being built right now. MVB 11 is where ambitious founders turn ideas into companies that shape the future.

MVB has always been the launchpad for ambitious builders on BNB Chain. Now, in its 11th season, the program evolves into something bigger: a global residency designed to give founders more time, more resources, and more reach than ever before.

Applications for MVB 11 close on September 6, 2025.

Highlights from MVB 10

Over 500 applications were submitted, with 15 projects ultimately incubated. The cohort represented a diverse mix of innovation across AI, DeFi, DePIN, DeSci, Payments, and RWAs, showcasing just how broad the scope of building on BNB Chain has become.

Founders also joined a two-day offline event that explored key topics for scaling startups. Day one focused on go-to-market strategies and user growth flywheels, while day two covered finding product-market fit, the role of trading firms in supporting builders, and mastering narrative and storytelling as tools for growth.

The program culminated in a Demo Day hosted at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The founders were first greeted by Cassandra Seier, the NYSE’s Head of International Capital Markets to wish them all good luck and hope to see them on the NYSE’s listings one day. 

Next up was CZ to congratulate everyone on their journey to and through MVB and reminding them that BNB Chain’s support for builders doesn’t stop here and this is only the beginning. 

This was then followed up by the founders pitching their projects live in front of a packed crowd for a chance to secure investment from YZi Labs and then this was all rounded up by a “VC speed dating” round between the demo projects and prospective VCs.

MVB 10 proved that the appetite for ambitious builders on BNB Chain is only growing. Season 11 builds directly on that momentum by expanding globally, extending residency time, and increasing capital support.

What’s New for Season 11

MVB will evolve from a 4-week program to a 10-week residency, co-operated by YZi Labs, to create a deeper, more immersive program built around founders.

Here’s what’s different this season:

• Residency Format – 10 weeks of dedicated building time with global support.
• Capital – Selected startups will receive up to $500k, structured as: a) $150,000 for 5% equity (plus other rights if applicable) in the form of a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE); b) An additional $350,000 on an uncapped SAFE.
• Global Network – Residency will be hosted in soon-to-open Builder Bunkers in Dubai, San Francisco, Singapore, and the existing Bunker in New York City with founders connecting across one shared ecosystem.
• Major Stage Demo Day – Culminating at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, one of Web3’s most important events.

This evolution of MVB isn’t just about scaling projects—it’s about creating the conditions where founders can make real breakthroughs.

Why Join MVB 11?

MVB has already helped launch over 200 standout projects like Aspecta, AltLayer, and KiloEx. Season 11 builds on that legacy with a sharper focus on helping founders turn ambitious ideas into sustainable companies.

What selected startups gain:

• Capital and runway with investment opportunities of up to $500K, for selected projects (see details above).
• Mentorship from top operators, investors, and founders who’ve built at scale.
• Deep ecosystem access through BNB Chain and YZi Labs’ networks.
• Go-to-market and technical support to move faster with fewer missteps.
• Global visibility with a stage at Binance Blockchain Week.

Ready to build with the best? Apply now before September 6.

Rolling Applications, Clear Deadlines

Earlier this year, we introduced rolling applications for MVB, that means no more waiting for rigid cycles.

For MVB 11, applications officially close on September 6, 2025.

Important notes:

• No need to reapply if you’ve already submitted – our team has reviewed your case, and if you’re a fit, we’re likely already in touch.
• If your project was not a fit previously, reapplying without meaningful updates isn’t recommended.

This process ensures your time stays focused where it matters: building.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: September 6, 2025
• Residency Program: October 6 – December 5, 2025
• Demo Day: During Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai

Apply Now

MVB 11 is for founders building with urgency and ambition, the ones creating products that will define what comes next.

If that’s you, this is your moment.

Applications for MVB 11 close on September 6, 2025.

Spots are limited, demand is high, and the next wave of founders is already taking shape.

Apply here