Binance has announced the launch of its first annual The Blockchain 100 awards, a program designed to recognize the most influential creators driving education, innovation, and community growth in the blockchain space.
The initiative will highlight individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to the ecosystem through educational content, thought leadership, and community engagement. A total of 100 winners will be selected across seven categories:
- Industry Advocate – Founders, entrepreneurs, and creators supporting Web3 development.
- Independent Researcher – Analysts producing in-depth, original blockchain research.
- Trader – Market experts providing insights into pricing and trading strategies.
- Community Builder – Leaders of communities and DAOs fostering engagement.
- Video and Live Creator – Content creators producing video streams and live content.
- Crypto Press – Journalists and media outlets reporting on blockchain.
- Rising Star – Emerging talents showing strong potential in crypto content creation.
Binance emphasizes that The Blockchain 100 is an open and transparent process, ensuring community participation in the selection of winners.
Nomination and Voting Timeline:
- Nominations: Open from September 25 to October 12, 2025, including self-nominations.
- Voting: From October 15 to 26, 2025 on Binance Square, where verified users can vote once per category each day.
- Winner Announcement: Scheduled for November 3, 2025.
- Awards Ceremony: Planned for December 3, 2025, during Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai, where winners will receive medals and exclusive growth opportunities.
“Cryptocurrencies have always been about communities and the people behind them. The Blockchain 100 is our tribute to that spirit. Reaching a billion users will require collective effort, and we want to honor those who have contributed from the very start to building this dynamic ecosystem,” said Rachel Conlan, Binance’s Chief Marketing Officer.
