As an “AI-first” blockchain, BNB Chain leverages its scalable, secure and high-throughput infrastructure to drive the future of decentralized AI by enabling the seamless integration of AI-driven apps across DeFi, NFTs and GameFi.
The fusion of artificial intelligence and blockchain is unlocking groundbreaking opportunities across industries such as finance, healthcare, gaming and supply chain management. Combining AI’s data-driven insights with blockchain’s decentralized infrastructure opens up vast automation, security and transparency possibilities.
However, despite this promise, the integration of AI within decentralized systems remains underutilized. Challenges such as data privacy, scalability and the lack of comprehensive infrastructure are slowing the adoption of AI-driven Web3 apps.
Recently, efforts to bridge this gap have intensified, with blockchain platforms striving to create environments that facilitate the seamless deployment of AI within decentralized ecosystems. Enter BNB Chain, a community-driven blockchain ecosystem that is removing barriers to Web3 adoption. It focuses on integrating AI technologies into Web3 and offers an ideal environment for app development and deployment.
An AI-first blockchain
BNB Chain positions itself as an “AI-first” blockchain, supporting key Web3 sectors such as decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). Its interconnected ecosystem creates a smooth path for integrating AI tools into existing Web3 apps.
The architecture of BNB Chain includes multiple interconnected networks, namely BNB Smart Chain (BSC), opBNB and BNB Greenfield. Offering a high-speed and low-cost service that is compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), BSC is the backbone of the ecosystem. Meanwhile, opBNB provides a layer-2 scaling technology to enhance transaction speed and reduce costs.
BNB Greenfield, on the other hand, plays a pivotal role in decentralized data storage, addressing key challenges related to AI data ownership, privacy and reuse. Developers can utilize Greenfield’s capabilities to create AI products such as decentralized data annotation and private large language model (LLM) training.
At $5.53 billion total value locked (TVL), BSC ranks among the top five of 349 blockchains. Source: DefiLlama
BNB Chain’s DeFi ecosystem has seen significant growth, with BSC’s TVL increasing from $3.5 billion to $5.5 billion in 2024, reflecting a 58.2% growth rate. As of Jan. 21, 2025, BSC’s TVL stands at approximately $5.53 billion, ranking among the top five blockchain networks out of 349 chains tracked by DefiLlama.
Additionally, the circulating stablecoin market cap within the network is $6.94 billion, representing 3.34% of the total market share, ranking third globally after Ethereum and Tron.
Real-world apps on BNB Chain
Building on this momentum, the expansion of BNB Chain’s DeFi ecosystem highlights the increasing adoption of blockchain-based platforms and their potential to drive AI-powered innovations in Web3 space. Over 50 active projects are driving advancements in areas such as AI data collection, annotation, storage, decentralized computing power and AI-driven apps.
In the AI development and deployment space, AI robot platform MyShell enables users to develop AI-powered solutions such as chatbots and image generators with support from multiple funding rounds, including Binance Labs. Tailored for DeFi and asset issuance, AI agent infrastructure platform REVOX provides a no-code development platform enabling seamless AI integration.
With strong investor backing, AI agent creator DeAgentAI facilitates the creation of personalized AI agents, while Web3 operating system TermiX streamlines complex blockchain operations by automating trading processes. Additionally, BAD AI has introduced its ChainGraph framework that empowers users to develop sophisticated AI agents, along with a launchpad platform specifically tailored for the BNB ecosystem.
To meet the growing demand for AI infrastructure, BNB Chain optimizes computing resources. Decentralized AI computing power platform NetMind utilizes idle GPU and CPU power to deliver decentralized AI computing capabilities, ensuring scalable and cost-effective processing. Meanwhile, AI intelligent tool platform ChainGPT assists Web3 developers by providing AI-powered tools for creating smart contracts and analyzing crypto trading data, improving efficiency in blockchain operations.
BNB Chain also supports AI-powered apps in the creative sector. For instance, AI content creation platform NFPrompt equips users with AI tools to generate NFT content across various formats, including images, videos and music. Meet48, an AI-powered virtual idol metaverse, combines gaming and content creation to provide immersive digital experiences.
At the data layer, the BNB Chain ensures secure and efficient AI data processing through decentralized platforms. Utilizing this advantage, decentralized AI data platform Gata simplifies AI data acquisition, storage and trading, while modular AI data network DIN allows users to process AI data and earn rewards.
3D data space Jojoworld enables the creation of AI-driven 3D models and virtual environments, while decentralized AI data annotation platform Alaya AI implements a “Label to Earn” model, rewarding contributors for annotating data. Additionally, decentralized AI data platform Cookie.Dao provides real-time AI data analytics, offering valuable insights for blockchain apps.
BSC provides an AI development platform that improves scalability and energy efficiency. Source: BNB Chain
Building on these efforts, BNB Chain continues to expand its AI capabilities, fostering an ecosystem that supports the seamless development of AI-powered platforms across diverse industries, from finance to creative sectors. Offering comprehensive support to developers through programs such as grants, hackathons, the BNB Incubation Alliance (BIA) and the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) program, BNB Chain aims to accelerate the adoption and integration of AI within the Web3 landscape.
AI initiatives and developer support
To encourage innovation in decentralized AI, BNB Chain invites developers to submit their AI-powered applications to the AI Agents Competition. For each round of the competition, the BNB Chain Core Team will acquire $10,000 in BNB (BNB) using the winning agent’s tokens, distributing them via airdrop to 1,000 holders.
Leading performers will benefit from specialized support through programs like the forthcoming BNB Chain AI Fast Track Program, which offers marketing, business development resources and increased visibility with BNB Chain community. Additionally, BNB Chain plans to launch the BNB AI Hackathon to boost the implementation and uptake of AI solutions within its ecosystem.
Who is the best AI Agent on BNB Chain? 🤖
— BNB Chain (@BNBCHAIN) January 16, 2025
Let's find out...
We're launching our AI Agent Competition where we'll be airdropping $10,000 $USDT worth of the top AI Agent tokens to 1,000 lucky holders of the winning agent.
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A key development in BNB Chain’s AI expansion is the newly launched AI Agent Solution, which aims to simplify the creation and deployment of decentralized AI agents. It provides a set of customizable tools, enabling developers to build autonomous AI agents capable of tasks such as content creation, data analysis and financial modeling.
The AI Agent Solution is seamlessly integrated with BNB Greenfield, ensuring secure data storage and monetization options for developers looking to manage and generate revenue from AI-driven data tools. The platform’s no-code launchpad feature also empowers users with limited technical expertise to create AI agents effortlessly.
With its growing ecosystem, strategic alliances and dedication to innovation, BNB Chain seeks to lead a future where AI-driven apps revolutionize industries. As adoption accelerates, fresh opportunities will arise, reshaping our interactions with blockchain-enabled AI and ultimately unlocking unparalleled possibilities for the Web3 space.
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