BNB Smart Chain

BNB Chain has provided a sneak peek at the top 5 projects leading the race for incremental Total Value Locked (TVL) in Phase 2 of its TVL Incentive Program. These projects are currently in the lead to claim a share of the $160,000 prize pool. The competition epoch runs from March 15, 2024 to April 14, 2024. BNB Chain is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem comprising Layer-1 and Layer-2 scaling solutions.

BEP20 wallets are essential for accessing the thriving BNB Chain ecosystem, which boasts over 1.3 million daily active users and the ability to handle up to 5,000 transactions per second at a low cost of $0.03 per transaction. BEP20 is the standard for token creation on the BNB Chain, ensuring fast, flexible, and affordable transactions. Popular BEP20 wallets include Binance Web3 Wallet, Trust Wallet, MetaMask, Rabby.io, and Ledger hardware wallets. Choosing the right BEP20 wallet involves considering factors such as customer support, device compatibility, and security features.

The BNB Chain, a community-driven blockchain ecosystem, has unveiled a new set of projects this week. These projects aim to provide Layer-1 and Layer-2 scaling solutions, further expanding the capabilities of the BNB Chain ecosystem.

A significant update to the Beacon Chain is scheduled as part of the Fusion upgrade. Starting April 15, 2024, atomic swap functionalities will be suspended. Further details regarding this update are expected to be released soon.

The BNB Greenfield network is preparing for a significant update with the Pawnee hardfork. The testnet hardfork is scheduled to occur at block 6,623,127, approximately on March 27th at 7AM UTC. Following the testnet deployment, the mainnet hardfork is planned for block 6,239,529, around April 10th at 7AM UTC. BNB Greenfield is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem offering Layer-1 and Layer-2 scaling solutions.

The Korean-speaking community is hosting an AMA session with popular gaming projects on the BNB Chain, including Nine Chronicles, MARBLEX, and Gomble Games. The event will take place today, March 21st, at 9 PM KST. Attendees can expect to hear from the projects and participate in a quiz with special prizes from the speakers.

BNB Chain has announced the winners of its 2024 Q1 Hackathon, which received over 700 entries and 178 submissions. The top prize went to Greenfield Indexer for their open-source indexing service and API for efficient metadata organization on BNB Greenfield. LocknPull and PLAYMASK were joint runners-up, introducing a Web3-native trading card game and integrating blockchain functionalities with Unity games, respectively. ai-social.bnb, AICell, and DevCoin came third for their work in blending decentralized social networking with AI and web3 technologies. Fifteen projects received 'Potential' Awards for meeting submission criteria and demonstrating dedication. Winners receive a $50,000 Kickstart program package and opportunities to enter the MVB program. BNB Chain thanked all participants, sponsors, and supporters for making the hackathon a success.

BNB Chain, a community-driven blockchain ecosystem, has announced a meme contest with rewards. The selection process involves ranking entries based on total engagement, with the top 10 being tweeted in a thread on @BNBCHAIN's Twitter account. The 5 tweets with the most engagement in that thread will be declared winners. The submission period is from March 16 to March 25, followed by final voting from March 25 to March 27. Winners will be announced on March 28, and rewards will be distributed before April 11.

#ICYMI Recent updates from the BNB Smart Chain community included articles on opBNB enhancing the chain ecosystem, introducing new projects, and an upcoming Beacon Chain update affecting transaction procedures. Additionally, the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) program, supporting early-stage projects, started Season 7, aiding Web3 builders with a 10-week accelerator program. The MVB program has seen global success, with previous seasons resulting in projects listed on centralized exchanges and receiving investments. The latest season introduced separate tracks for startups and founders, offering resources, coaching, and investment opportunities.

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