BNB Chain YZi Labs CMC Labs announce MVB Season 10 cohort of 15 projects for August 15 Demo Day

BNB Chain, YZi Labs, and CMC Labs have announced the 15 early-stage projects selected for the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Season 10 Accelerator Program, marking the initiative’s 10th cycle since its launch in 2021. The program, aimed at fostering innovation in the Web3 ecosystem, will run online this week and culminate in an in-person Demo Day event in New York City on August 15. Participants will receive mentorship, networking opportunities, and curriculum focused on tokenomics, fundraising, and team-building, with YZi Labs committing to investment decisions post-pitch [1].

The selected projects span six sectors: AI, DeFi, DePin, DeSci, Payment, and RWA. Notable projects include RICE AI, which is developing decentralized AI models for robotics, and Whitebridge Network, a decentralized data intelligence platform. In DeFi, Sigma Money introduces a dual-tranche yield model, while AGNT.Hub integrates social media with onchain interactions. The RWA sector features Asseto and AXC, which bridge traditional finance with blockchain infrastructure [1].

Season 10’s competitive admissions process attracted over 500 applicants, a significant increase from Season 9’s 15 incubated projects. YZi Labs, which previously invested in MVB alumni like Meet48 and Avalon Labs, emphasized its focus on projects with “strong fundamentals, market timing, and resilience” [1]. Sarah S, BNB Chain’s Business Development Head, highlighted the growing prominence of RWA projects within the ecosystem, alongside enduring strengths in AI and DeFi [1].

The accelerator’s structure includes virtual engagement with mentors and guest speakers, culminating in Demo Day pitches open to global audiences. While admission does not guarantee investment, YZi Labs will evaluate top performers for funding. CMC Labs underscored the program’s role in leveraging CoinMarketCap’s market insights to enhance project visibility [1].

BNB Chain’s ecosystem, comprising BNB Smart Chain, opBNB, and BNB Greenfield, supports the program’s goal of expanding Web3 adoption. YZi Labs, managing $10 billion in assets, prioritizes impact-driven ventures, while CMC Labs offers startup support through its accelerator. The collaboration underscores the partners’ commitment to scaling early-stage Web3 innovation [1].

Source: [1] [title1Meet the Most Valuable Builder (MVB) Season 10 Cohort] [url1https://dailyhodl.com/2025/07/25/meet-the-most-valuable-builder-mvb-season-10-cohort/]