BNB Price
BNB · #4 by market cap
+0.24% 1h +6.01% 7d -10.07% 30d -6.52% 1y
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Price data via CoinGecko API, refreshed every 60 seconds. Historical chart data daily-refreshed. See our methodology. Page reviewed Jun 2026.
Technical snapshot
Derived from 365-day price history200d MA: $721.97
Indicators are for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Sentiment & community signals
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ROI calculator
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Where to trade BNB
10 exchanges · sorted by volume| # | Exchange | Pair | Price | |
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| 1 | CoinUp.io | BNB/USDT | $613.63 | Trade ↗ |
| 2 | Binance | BNB/USDT | $613.33 | Trade ↗ |
| 3 | Azbit | BNB/USDT | $614.07 | Trade ↗ |
| 4 | Azbit | BNB/USDC | $613.61 | Trade ↗ |
| 5 | BTCC | BNB/USDT | $613.03 | Trade ↗ |
| 6 | AscendEX (BitMax) | BNB/USDT | $613.94 | Trade ↗ |
| 7 | Toobit | BNB/USDT | $613.63 | Trade ↗ |
| 8 | CoinW | BNB/USDT | $613.49 | Trade ↗ |
| 9 | XT.COM | BNB/USDT | $613.21 | Trade ↗ |
| 10 | BitMart | BNB/USDT | $613.54 | Trade ↗ |
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Compared to peers
Normalised · max = 100Each axis is scaled to the largest value across the compared coins (= 100). Larger polygons indicate higher overall metrics. "Stability" is the inverse of 30-day volatility.
Tokenomics & supply
Max supply: 200,000,000 BNB- Circulating 134,783,768 BNB 67.4%
- Yet to be issued 65,216,232 BNB 32.6%
Capped supply — no further issuance possible above 200,000,000 BNB. Genesis year: 2017.
About BNB
BNB is the native utility token of the BNB Chain ecosystem, acting as a multi-chain asset that powers decentralized applications and facilitates value exchange across its network. It serves as the primary asset for paying transaction gas and smart contract deployment fees while providing users with tiered fee discounts on the Binance exchange. The project’s main value proposition lies in its unified multi-chain architecture, which integrates a smart contract platform, a Layer 2 scaling solution, and a decentralized data storage network into a cohesive settlement and data availability layer.
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The network operates on a Proof of Staked Authority consensus mechanism, utilizing a group of 21 active validators known as the Cabinet to verify transactions and produce blocks every 3 seconds. Validators are elected daily based on the amount of BNB staked or delegated to them, and the system employs fast finality and slashing penalties to maintain security and integrity. To manage its long-term economy, the project uses a programmatic dual-burn strategy that permanently removes tokens through real-time fee destruction and quarterly buybacks.
Launched in 2017 by the Binance platform, the project initially distributed 50% of its 200 million token supply to the public, while the founding team received 40% and angel investors were allocated 10%. Though it began as a token on the Ethereum network, it eventually migrated to its own autonomous architecture that remains fully compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Today, the token's utility includes paying for network gas, participating in staking rewards, and enabling decentralized governance through which holders can vote on technical upgrades and economic changes.
Frequently asked questions about BNB
What is BNB (BNB)?
BNB (BNB) is a cryptocurrency listed on global exchanges and tracked across major data providers. It currently ranks #4 among all cryptocurrencies by total market value. It belongs to the Smart Contract Platform and Exchange-based Tokens category. Live price, market cap, trading volume, and historical performance are displayed on this page and refreshed continuously.
When was BNB launched?
BNB launched on July 8, 2017, making it approximately 8.9 years old. Since then, the project has developed an ecosystem of users, developers, and applications around the BNB token.
How does BNB work?
BNB is the native token of BNB Chain — formerly Binance Smart Chain — which uses a Proof of Staked Authority (PoSA) consensus model. 21 validators are selected per epoch to produce blocks; validators must stake BNB and are selected weighted by stake. Block time is ~3 seconds. BNB is also used to pay trading fees on Binance Exchange (with a discount), purchase tokens during launchpad sales, and access ecosystem applications. BNB has a quarterly auto-burn mechanism that permanently reduces total supply based on BNB price and BNB Chain block production until 100 million BNB remain.
How much BNB is in circulation?
There are currently 134,783,768 BNB in circulation out of a maximum supply of 200,000,000, meaning approximately 67.4% of the total BNB that will ever exist has been issued. New tokens enter circulation through the protocol's pre-defined emission schedule.
What is the all-time high price of BNB?
BNB reached an all-time high of $1,370 on October 13, 2025. Currently the price sits 55.5% below this peak. All-time highs are useful benchmarks for assessing the asset's historical price range, but past performance does not predict future results.
How can I buy BNB?
BNB (BNB) is traded on most major cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, OKX, Bybit, and Bitstamp. Availability depends on your jurisdiction and the exchange's listings. After purchase, many users transfer their BNB to a self-custody wallet for long-term storage. This information is educational and does not constitute investment advice.
Is BNB a good investment?
Cryptocurrencies, including BNB, are highly volatile and carry significant risk of loss. Over the past year, BNB has lost approximately 6.5% of its value. Whether BNB is appropriate for a given portfolio depends on the investor's individual risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial situation. Always research the project's fundamentals, understand the risks, and only allocate capital you can afford to lose. This page provides market data only, not personalised investment advice. Consider consulting a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
How is BNB different from Bitcoin?
Bitcoin (BTC) was the first cryptocurrency, designed primarily as a digital store of value and peer-to-peer payment network with a fixed supply of 21 million coins. BNB (BNB) focuses on smart contract platform use cases, with a different technical design, supply schedule, and ecosystem. Bitcoin derives its value primarily from scarcity, security, and brand recognition, while BNB's value is tied to adoption within its specific use case and underlying network effects.
Latest project announcements
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general · Nov 24, 2020
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general · Aug 21, 2020
$16,000,000 SXP Airdrop to BNB holders Binance is excited to support the $16,000,000 SXP airdrop program to BNB holders on Binance.com as announced by Swipe last week. The Binance Ecosystem Reward program aims to provide greater access and awareness to projects within the Bina…
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