馃幃 Build Crypto Apps Non-Crypto Users Actually Understand
馃幃 Build Crypto Apps Non-Crypto Users Actually Understand
馃幆 Crypto apps normies get
The focus is shifting to consumer-facing blockchain applications that prioritize simplicity and intuitive design.
Key principles for builders:
- Create products non-crypto users can grasp in under 60 seconds
- Focus on familiar formats: mini apps, games with achievements, social check-ins, event tools, creator platforms
- Leverage onchain primitives while keeping the experience intuitive
The opportunity: If your product feels natural to use while still utilizing blockchain technology, you're on the right track. The emphasis is on user experience first, crypto second - making onchain functionality invisible to end users who don't need to understand the underlying technology.
3锔忊儯 Consumer Build something a non-crypto user can understand in under a minute. Onchain mini apps, games with achievements, social check-ins, event tooling, creator platforms. If it feels intuitive and still leverages onchain primitives, you鈥檙e onto something.
BNB Chain Extends Good Vibes Only Hackathon Deadline to 3PM UTC
The **Good Vibes Only: OpenClaw Edition** hackathon submission deadline has been extended to **3PM UTC on February 19**, giving builders a few extra hours to complete their projects. **Key Details:** - **$100,000 prize pool** distributed across multiple winners - Sponsored by [Flap](https://flap.sh) and [Surge](https://surgexyz.com) - Submit projects at [DoraHacks](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/goodvibes/) - Over 200 hackers already participating **What Builders Are Creating:** - AI agents for autonomous DeFi trading - Wallet security monitoring bots - Prompt-based onchain tools - AI-native marketplaces Projects must be deployed on BSC or opBNB with public repos and reproducible setups. Winners will be announced live on February 20 at 12:00 UTC. [Submit your build now](https://dorahacks.io/hackathon/goodvibes/)
BNB Chain Extends Zero-Fee Stablecoin Transactions Through February 28
BNB Chain has extended its zero-fee promotion for stablecoin transactions through February 28, 2026. **Key Details:** - Users can transfer, withdraw, and bridge USDC, U, and USD1 without paying transaction fees - The promotion applies to both BSC (BNB Smart Chain) and opBNB networks - Fee waiver availability depends on partner participation - This extends the original campaign that began in January 2026 **What This Means:** The initiative aims to reduce friction for stablecoin users by eliminating transaction costs during the promotional period. Users moving stablecoins between wallets or across chains can save on gas fees. Full details available at: [BNB Chain Blog](https://www.bnbchain.org/en/blog/the-carnival-continues-0-fee-transactions-for-usdc-usd1-u-extended)
Oobit Enables BNB Chain Payments at 150M Visa Merchants
Oobit has integrated with BNB Chain, enabling users to spend directly from their BNB Chain wallets at 150 million Visa merchants worldwide. **Key Details:** - Direct wallet-to-merchant payments now possible - Access to Visa's global merchant network - Bridges crypto holdings with traditional payment infrastructure This integration removes a friction point between holding crypto assets and using them for everyday purchases. Users can now tap into their BNB Chain balances without converting to fiat first. [Learn more](<https://x.com/oobit/status/2021953205647602160>) *Note: This is informational content, not financial advice. Do your own research.*
BNB Chain Launches $88K Lunar New Year Rewards Campaign Across Eight Ecosystem Projects
BNB Chain is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration with an $88,000 rewards pool available from February 17 to March 3. **How to Participate:** - Complete festive tasks on DappBay - Engage with eight participating ecosystem projects - Earn a share of the total prize pool **Participating Projects:** - SUPERFORTUNE888 - Maiga AI - fourdotmeme - ChainGPT - chatandbuild - predict.fun - renaissxyz - Audiera [Start participating on DappBay](http://dappbay.bnbchain.org/campaign)
馃敁 Open Track: Build Anything Onchain That Meets Submission Criteria
The **Open Track** offers flexibility for builders who don't fit into predefined categories. Projects qualify as long as they: - Meet submission criteria - Prove execution onchain - Demonstrate actual implementation This track removes creative constraints while maintaining technical standards. Builders have **2 days remaining** to submit their projects for the Good Vibes Only: OpenClaw Edition. The Open Track serves as a catch-all for innovative ideas that push boundaries beyond traditional categories, encouraging experimentation within the onchain ecosystem.