YZi Labs

YZi Labs has invested in Vana, a pioneer in AI data ownership and interoperability. The Vana L1 blockchain is designed for the secure exchange of private, personal data, addressing the skyrocketing demand for high-quality datasets in the global AI economy. By establishing data as a new and rapidly growing asset class, Vana empowers users to retain control over their data while contributing to AI advancements. This marks YZi Labs’ first AI investment since its rebranding, reinforcing its expanded focus on transformative innovations beyond Web3, including AI and biotechnology. With CZ joining Vana as an advisor, the team is well-positioned to accelerate its vision of powering the next generation of AI breakthroughs. If you are a founder keen to explore, collaborate, and/or innovate with us, apply at https://lnkd.in/gpFGwbxG #Web3 #AI #venturecapital #YZiLabs #investment

YZi Labs has invested in Sign, an on-chain infrastructure for token distribution and credential verification. Sign is aggregating verified credentials on-chain to build a larger network, creating a more transparent and safer token distribution infrastructure. YZi Labs is focused on transformative technologies. YZi Labs invests in all-stage ventures with strong fundamentals within Web3, Artificial Intelligence, and biotechnology, empowering visionary founders to build for long-term impact. If you are a founder keen to explore, collaborate, and/or innovate with us, apply at https://lnkd.in/gpFGwbxG #Web3 #AI #biotech #venturecapital #YZiLabs #investment

gm we’re kickstarting 2025 with a brand new name and expanded investment focus ? Why YZi Labs? Pronounced “easy labs”, it reflects our mission to make innovation “easy” for builders and founders to pioneer the future. We’re dedicated to empowering visionary founders and driving transformative innovation across #Web3, #AI, and #biotech. With a focus on strong fundamentals and long-term impact, we back exceptional projects at every stage of their journey, regardless of market cycles or trends. Under this rebranding, CZ will take a more active role in investment activities, directly engaging with founders and offering mentorship and coaching. We’re also thrilled to welcome Ella Zhang back as Head of YZi Labs – her leadership and expertise will help us take this journey to the next level. The existing team remains in place, ensuring continuity as we transition into YZi Labs. ??As part of the rebrand, we’re also expanding the team. We plan to upgrade our incubation program, and we’re looking for an Incubation Operations Manager to help us drive this transformation. If you’re passionate about supporting founders and building the future, apply at https://lnkd.in/g_M47fPq More details at https://www.yzilabs.io/ and our announcement below.

Binance Labs has invested in THENA, a decentralized exchange (DEX) and liquidity protocol built on BNB Chain. Launched in January 2023, THENA has adopted the innovative ve(3,3) tokenomics model and its mission is to create a comprehensive, composable liquidity layer that combines the best features of leading DeFi protocols into one platform. By prioritizing security, scalability, and user experience, THENA aims to drive mass adoption of DeFi, empower individual users, and foster a thriving ecosystem built on transparency and collaboration. At Binance Labs, we're passionate about supporting builders and innovators across the blockchain ecosystem. We are a venture capital and accelerator that takes on an adaptable approach, particularly with early-stage and sector-agnostic investments. If you are a founder keen to explore, collaborate, and/or innovate with us, reach us at [email protected]. #investment #funding #blockchain #Web3 #venturecapital?

Binance Labs has invested in Usual, a secure and decentralized RWA-backed stablecoin issuer that redistributes value and ownership through the $USUAL token, the governance token powering the Usual protocol, uniquely designed with an intrinsic value tied directly to the protocol’s revenue model. Usual is reshaping stablecoins through a community-first approach, innovative tokenomics, and a DeFi-first design. At Binance Labs, we are passionate about supporting builders and innovators across the blockchain ecosystem. Connect with us at [email protected]. #investment #funding #blockchain #Web3 #venturecapital

Binance Labs has invested in Quine Co., the core contributor behind Perena, a leading stablecoin infrastructure protocol. Perena’s mission is to create a more decentralized, efficient, and accessible financial system by combining the best of DeFi innovation with traditional financial principles. Built natively on Solana, Perena leverages advanced financial engineering to bridge traditional banking efficiency with decentralized finance. At Binance Labs, we are passionate about supporting builders and innovators across the blockchain ecosystem. We are a venture capital and accelerator that takes on an adaptable approach, particularly with early-stage and sector-agnostic investments. Connect with us at [email protected]. #investment #funding #blockchain #Web3 #venturecapital?

Ready to shape the future of Web3? We're expanding our team at Binance Labs and looking for talented individuals to join our global team. We have three new opportunities open: 1?? Incubation Operations Manager 2?? Researcher 3?? People Due Diligence and Security Expert To view more details on each role and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/gUE_VkWT Know someone suitable looking to join a dynamic, remote-first team making a real-world impact? Share this with them! #Web3 #blockchain #vc #venturecapital #hiring

Binance Labs has invested in Astherus, a multi-asset liquidity hub dedicated to maximizing the real yield of crypto assets. By enhancing the utility of digital assets, Astherus empowers decentralized finance (DeFi) users with diverse opportunities to achieve sustainable profits and maximize returns. Astherus seeks to address inefficiencies in DeFi by focusing on maximizing the real yield of assets, offering sustainable and tangible returns while enhancing the utility and liquidity of digital assets within the ecosystem. At Binance Labs, we are passionate about supporting builders and innovators across the blockchain ecosystem. Connect with us at [email protected]. #investment #funding #blockchain #Web3 #venturecapital

Binance Labs has invested in Kernel, the core restaking infrastructure on BNB Chain. Through restaking, Kernel will transform BNB's security into programmable and attributable trust for various crypto applications, services, and middleware. Kernel aims to become the global leader in restaking, empowering a network of decentralized applications (dApps) with shared decentralized economic security and maximizing value creation for restakers worldwide. At Binance Labs, we are passionate about supporting builders and innovators across the blockchain ecosystem. Connect with us at [email protected]. #investment #funding #blockchain #Web3 #venturecapital

Today, on the penultimate day of our BUIDLer House in Bangkok, we had the privilege of welcoming #CZ and Maelstrom’s #ArthurHayes into our crib for an open Q&A on everything from AI to memecoins to the exciting possibilities for the Web3 space. #Web3 #AI #BinanceLabs #founder