YZi Labs, formerly known as Binance Labs, has announced a $1 billion fund to support projects building on the BNB Chain. The initiative aims to strengthen innovation across areas such as decentralized finance (DeFi), artificial intelligence (AI), real-world assets (RWA), decentralized science (DeSci), and digital wallets.
The company, which was rebranded from the venture capital arm of crypto exchange Binance in 2024, said the new fund will back ventures that integrate blockchain technology with real-world use cases. According to YZi Labs, the BNB ecosystem is envisioned as the foundation for “democratized access and ownership,” supported by technologies that enhance human potential and quality of life.
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“Through this $1 billion BNB Builder Fund, YZi Labs is committed to supporting innovators across DeFi, AI, RWA, DeSci, and more. Our goal is to back builders developing open systems that connect technology with human progress,” said Ella Zhang, Head of YZi Labs, in a post on X.
The launch comes as Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao resumes a more active role in the venture business following his release from prison last year. Under his leadership, YZi Labs is broadening its investment focus to include startups in Web3, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology.
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While often described as Zhao’s family office, YZi Labs maintains that its structure differs from traditional family offices as it does not engage in estate or tax management activities. Instead, it positions itself as a global innovation investor focused on advancing frontier technologies that drive long-term societal impact.
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