Most Valuable Builder(MVB) Program

To Builders/Developers

The MVB VI Accelerator Program is a BNB-focused accelerator program between the BNB Chain and Binance Labs to help projects develop and grow more organically through coaching, investment, and network support. We provide an extensive and informative weekly curriculum for supporting top project teams to deliver a working product that reaches Product-market fit.

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How It Works

Our Focus

We're looking for projects that need acceleration and that drive innovation and progress within the BNB Chain ecosystem and the whole blockchain industry. We welcome ventures at any stage and valuation. We strive to find projects with a unique market fit and that contribute to a secure environment, allowing cutting-edge innovation to be delivered to the ecosystem. The program application period is from November 2022 to January 2023, and short-listed projects will join the official program at the beginning of February 2023.

Infrastructure: scalability solutions, modular innovations
Middleware: cross-chain, decentralized storage, developer tools, security/risk control services
DeFi: advanced DeFi, option vault, portfolio management
GameFi: game infrastructure, mobile games, AAA studios
SocialFi: fan engagement platforms, creator content tools
Metaverse: virtual platforms, analytics & development tools
We encourage all innovations!

News

Want to stay up-to-date on any relevant news about MVB? Check these out!

Binance Labs to Invest in Seven Projects From the MVB Accelerator Program Co-led by BNB Chain

Binance Labs will invest in seven selected projects from The Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Accelerator Program co-led by BNB Chain. The accelerator program aims to offer mentorship and funding to project founders while helping them onboard and scale on the BNB Chain.

MVB Accelerator Announces 27 Web3 Startups as Winners

MVB V has announced 27 startups who emerged as winners from its Web3 accelerator program, MVB. Seven outstanding projects will receive investment from Binance Labs, which co-leads the initiative with BNB Chain.

#MVBV - Uncharted Territory

The main focus of MVB V is to explore new opportunities and help emerging projects get a kickstart at success. The current crypto landscape is highly volatile, but the #MVBV program offers a beacon of stability and innovation for those hungry to build.

MVBV Underway as Participants Chosen

MVB V: Uncharted Territory is ready to press ahead after selecting exciting new projects with a range of different innovative focuses. With over 650 applications this was the most hotly contested program to date.

Build Your Next dApp on BNB Chain: MVB V Applications Underway

The latest iteration, MVB V: Unchartered Territory, is set for launch as applications from innovators across the industry continue to flood in. MVB V will officially get underway on July 11th, with applications considered until July 8th.

FAQ

1. Is MVB an ongoing program?

Yes, MVB is a bi-annual accelerator program. Please follow Binance Labs and the BNB Chain websites and Twitter for the latest MVB program information.

2. How is MVB different from the BNB Chain Regional Innovation Incubators (e.g. Europe)?

MVB is the flagship accelerator program that aims to better support startups (Builders/Developers) built on the BNB Chain to grow into reliable and valuable contributors to the multi-chain ecosystem. Admitted projects will have the opportunity to receive investments from Binance Labs and grants from the BNB Chain, as well as integration and support from both.

MVB is a partnership between Binance Labs and the BNB chain, with the goal and vision to

Accelerate the growth of projects from all stages
Drive innovation and progress within the BNB chain ecosystem and the whole blockchain industry
Help projects grow more organically through coaching and curriculums from Binance Labs

BNB Chain Innovation Incubators are regional grant-based programs designed for Web3 startups globally. Winners of these Innovation Incubators will receive strong referrals to MVB.

3. What is Binance Labs and its role in MVB?

Binance Labs is the venture arm of Binance running the infrastructure impact funds with an initiative to incubate, invest in, and empower blockchain projects. Binance Labs covers the full life cycles of start-ups from early-stage incubation to late-stage venture capital investments. Since 2018, Binance Labs has invested in more than 200 projects from 25 countries. Investment track record includes billion-dollar-worth projects such as Matic, Dune Analytics, LayerZero, Celestia, etc. As of August 2022, Binance Labs is the largest crypto VC in the industry by Asset Under Management (AuM) of $7.5 billion. Binance Labs is super excited to be the strategic partner of the BNB Chain team to bring the best accelerator program to the BNB community.

For more information, please visit Binance Lab’s website. https://labs.binance.com/

4. How are projects selected and evaluated?

Through MVB, Binance Labs will be collaborating with the BNB Chain team to identify quality projects/teams with strong goals and visions for building the BNB ecosystem and make selective investments and grants at the end of the program. The general evaluation criteria include but are not limited to:

Innovative product backed by strong tech
Scalable total addressable market
Dedicated team with relevant background, long-term vision, and resiliency
Sustainable business model to achieve product-market fit
Robust tokenomics to add value and incentives to all ecosystem participants

5. How to Sign Up for MVB VI?

Public Application: https://forms.gle/ZEsQqBx1vEkonTth8

6. Why should I apply?

Exceptional Curriculum: Founders and teams of selected projects will be invited to an 8 - 10 week program with curriculums tailored to the BNB and Binance ecosystems
Selective Investment: Binance Labs will select qualified projects and provide investment and traction at the end of the program to further accelerate your growth.
Extensive Network: Projects can connect directly with our diverse network of industry leaders such as ecosystem partnerships, professional service providers, and many more.
Industry Exposure: After the program, Binance Labs will run a Demo Day during which selected founders and teams can present themselves and their products to increase market exposure.

More Info

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