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Fellow Binancians,
We’re excited to introduce Binance Alpha, a new platform within the Binance Wallet that shines a spotlight on early-stage crypto projects with the potential to grow within the Web3 ecosystem.
Binance Alpha serves as a pre-listing token selection pool, designed to enhance transparency in the process of token consideration for Binance Exchange listings.
Tokens featured on Binance Alpha are carefully selected using Binance’s industry expertise and advanced insights, highlighting those that demonstrate strong community interest, increasing traction, and alignment with key trends shaping the crypto space.
While there is no guarantee, some tokens showcased on Binance Alpha may even be considered for listings on the Binance Exchange in the future, providing users with valuable insights into projects that could make a lasting impact in the blockchain and Web3 landscape.
Users can explore Binance Alpha and discover projects on Binance Wallet starting 2024-12-18, with ten tokens planned to be announced by two batches on that day, and then ten more on 2024-12-19 and again on 2024-12-20 (subject to changes). Additional token announcements are planned beyond these dates. For updates and more information, users can follow Binance Wallet’s official X account.
Please note, tokens spotlighted on Binance Alpha will be officially announced only at the time they go live on Binance Wallet.
About Binance Alpha
Binance Alpha is your gateway to discovering early-stage projects shaping the future of the crypto ecosystem. Curated through Binance’s industry expertise, the tokens showcased on Binance Alpha demonstrate strong community interest, increasing traction, and alignment with key market trends.
Key features include:
Spotlight on Innovation: Explore tokens gaining traction in Web3, providing a deeper understanding of projects that matter in the evolving crypto landscape.Quick Access: Seamlessly purchase tokens through the Quick Buy feature directly from the Binance Wallet. It optimizes the existing Swap functionality, resulting in a higher successful transaction rate and better prices compared to other DEXes or trading bots:Automatic selection of the native chain’s token and the default trading amount based on wallet holdings;Automatic slippage adjustment while retrying transactions to improve success rates;An anti-MEV mechanism designed to help prevent the adverse effects of MEV on large transactions, ensuring better prices, especially for large transactions.Educational Insight: Learn about emerging projects, their use cases, and the narratives driving their popularity within the blockchain ecosystem.Expert Curation: Featured tokens are selected using Binance’s advanced insights and observation list, ensuring they align with market trends and community interests. While there is no guarantee, some tokens may be considered for listings on Binance Exchange in the future.
Explore Binance Alpha Now!
Please note: Binance Alpha is an educational initiative and does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of listing on Binance Exchange. Tokens are selected based on various factors, including community interest, traction, and market trends.
How Binance Alpha Works
Preparation: Ensure you’ve created a Binance Wallet, backed it up, and updated your Binance App to version 2.93.0 or higher for the best experience. Pre-Launch: Watch for announcements on Binance official social channels. A countdown clock and chain details will appear in the Alpha section in the Markets tab. Ensure you have enough balance in the main chain’s native token for the showcase.Announcement: Tokens will go live in batches for a limited time of 24 hours per showcase period. During this time, users can explore project details and use the Quick Buy feature to purchase tokens.
Note: Users must back up their Binance Wallet before using Quick Buy. After the spotlight ends, featured tokens remain in the same Alpha section in the Markets tab, where users can continue to track and trade.
Stay Informed
Follow Binance Wallet’s official social media channels and keep an eye on the Binance Wallet homepage for regular updates on Binance Alpha.
Together, we’re creating a more informed and engaged crypto community.
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Learn more about Binance Alpha from this FAQ.
Thank you for your support!
Binance Team
2024-12-17
Note: This announcement was last updated on 2024-12-18 to clarify the number of tokens to be announced that day. Previously, it was updated on 2024-12-17 to include the Binance Alpha FAQ.

Binance Alpha has solidified its position in early 2026 as the premier launchpad for high-potential, early-stage tokens before they graduate to the main spot market. With a total market capitalization of $16.18 billion, the ecosystem is currently dominated by AI-native infrastructure, modular ZK-tech, and DePIN protocols.
Key Trends Driving Growth in 2026
According to official Binance signals and platform behavior, several core themes are shaping the selection and growth of Alpha projects this year:
AI-Native Infrastructure: Projects focused on decentralized AI compute, automation layers, and data infrastructure.
· Restaking & Shared Security: Protocols enhancing cross-chain security and offering shared staking frameworks.
· BNB Chain-Native DeFi: Infrastructure projects building directly on BNB Smart Chain, such as lending protocols and liquidity layers.
· Gaming Infrastructure: SDKs and asset systems that support broader gaming ecosystems, rather than consumer-facing games themselves.
· Real-World Asset (RWA) Tokenization: Projects creating economic layers tied to tangible assets and real-world value.
1. AI-Native Infrastructure
AI is a core theme for 2026, focusing on decentralized compute and data layers.
ZEROBASE (ZBT): A data-driven AI analytics AI-Native Infrastructure.
DeepNode (DN): Launched in early January 2026 as an Alpha-exclusive listing, focusing on AI-integrated network nodes.
PAAL AI (PAAL): An AI-themed token that has shown significant capital inflows despite broader market volatility in early 2026.
DeAgentAI (AIA): A project leveraging AI agents for decentralized task execution, noted for its strong growth potential throughout 2026.
2. Layer-1 & Layer-2 Scalability
Infrastructure projects solving throughput and interoperability issues remain high-conviction plays.
Monad (MON): A high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain aiming to match the throughput of programmable networks like Ethereum.
Brevis (BREV): A 2026 Alpha listing that utilizes ZK-coprocessing to provide data-rich proofs for smart contracts.
Taiko (TAIKO): An Ethereum Layer-2 scaling solution that has maintained consistent volume and upward momentum in early 2026.
aPriori (APR): Focused on enhancing DeFi through composable Layer-2 scalability solutions.
3. Gaming & Real-World Assets (RWA)
Binance Alpha is shifting from consumer-facing products to foundational ecosystem tools.
Kyuzo's Friends (KO): A GameFi project combining adaptive AI with gaming mechanics to create interactive, revenue-generating environments.
A decentralized central limit order book (CLOB) on Sui, seeing high institutional demand following major trust launches.
Investment Considerations for 2026
Alpha Points System: Participation in these high-growth projects typically requires Binance Alpha Points, earned through consistent holding or trading of eligible tokens.
Seed Tag Status: Many Alpha projects are listed with a Seed Tag, indicating they are early-stage with a higher risk profile and higher potential volatility.
Strategic Allocation: Analysts recommend limiting "Alpha" or exploration positions to ≤10% of a total portfolio, while keeping 60–70% in established assets like BTC and ETH. blockchain that uses machine learning to improve dApp prediction accuracy.
Based on early 2026 performance data and airdrop activity, here are the top 10 projects showing the highest growth potential:
1. Brevis (BREV): A high-profile zero-knowledge co-processor that launched on January 6, 2026. It has already processed over 285 million proofs and supports 40+ protocols.
2. DeepNode (DN): Debuted on January 9, 2026, as the first exclusive Alpha listing of the year. This decentralized AI deep learning network raised $5 million and saw massive pre-launch volume.
3. Depinsim (ESIM): A BNB Chain-based DePIN protocol that converts mobile bandwidth into tradable assets. It launched on January 5, 2026, with an initial 39.82% surge in trading volume.
4. Unibase (UB): Positioned as a decentralized AI memory layer, UB has gained significant traction for providing "memory" to autonomous AI agents.
5. Kyuzo's Friends (KO): A breakout GameFi + AI project that allows players to interact with AI characters. It is currently viewed as a top candidate for exponential growth due to its strong community backing.
6. ZEROBASE (ZBT): An AI-driven data analytics layer that provides machine learning insights for DApps. It is quietly becoming a critical infrastructure piece for the 2026 Web3 ecosystem.
7. Unitas (UP): A recently launched booster program project (January 12, 2026). It uses an oversubscription model for its pre-sale and focuses on scaling liquidity.
8. zkPass (ZKP): A modular security layer utilizing ZK-proofs that officially listed on January 7, 2026. It targets private data verification for Web3 applications.
9. Humanity Protocol (H): Focused on on-chain identity, this project launched a $100K rewards campaign in early January 2026 to drive user adoption through the Binance Wallet.
10. aPriori (APR): An emerging DeFi infrastructure project focused on composable Layer-2 scalability solutions, identified as a high-potential "1000x" candidate for late 2026.
Projects Demonstrating Strong Momentum
The following projects have shown notable performance and align with the above trends. Their recent growth highlights active trader interest and positioning within the Binance Alpha ecosystem.
1. 我骑马来了 (Unlisted Ticker)
· Recent Performance: +2,714% (7-day gain)
· Key Metric: 24-hour volume reached 7.1 times its market cap, indicating extremely high trader interest.
· Context: A notable breakout performer, leading Alpha's weekly gainers list.
2. Overlay (OVL)
· Recent Performance: +184% (7-day gain)
· Market Cap: ~$1.46 million
· Context: Represents the high-growth potential of lower-market-cap assets on the platform.
3. Yei Finance (CLO)
· Recent Performance: +160% (7-day gain)
· Market Cap: ~$106 million
· Context: Maintains a robust liquidity profile while achieving triple-digit weekly gains.
4. PAAL AI (PAAL)
· Recent Performance: +124% (7-day gain)
· Context: Its surge reflects the continued capital inflow into AI-themed tokens, a core Binance Alpha trend for 2026.
5. Irys (IRYS)
· Recent Performance: +97% (7-day gain)
· Market Cap: ~$107 million
· Context: Another project combining a sizable market cap with substantial weekly growth.
6. DeepNode (DN)
· Status: Alpha's first exclusive listing of 2026, launched on January 9.
· Key Metric: Recorded $31.62 million in 24-hour volume ahead of its launch.
· Context: Its successful debut underscores the demand for early access to curated Alpha proproject.
7. Brevis (BREV)
· Status: 2026's first Binance Alpha listing, debuted on January 6.
· Mechanism: Featured an airdrop claimable by users who had accumulated sufficient Alpha Points.
· Context: Exemplifies the platform's points-based reward system for engaged users.
Market Momentum
The threshold for Alpha airdrops has reached a record high of 251 Alpha Points as of January 9, 2026, signaling intense competition for these early-stage assets. While these projects offer high rewards, they remain highly volatile "discovery" phase tokens.
How to Position for Future Alpha Opportunities
Participating in Binance Alpha is structured around the Alpha Points (AP) system. Your eligibility for airdrops and Token Generation Events (TGEs) depends on points earned over a rolling 15-day window. Here is how to accumulate them:
Earn Balance Points
· Based on the USD value of eligible assets held in your Binance Exchange and Wallet, and supported DeFi positions.
· A tiered structure rewards higher average balances.
Earn Volume Points
· Generated by purchasing Alpha tokens using spot-listed assets.
· Importantly, selling tokens does not reduce your earned volume points.
Claim Airdrops
· When an airdrop launches, a claim window (often 24 hours) opens on the Binance Alpha Events page.
· You must meet a minimum Alpha Points threshold (e.g., 251 points for a recent drop) and claiming consumes a fixed number of points.
· Distribution is typically first-come, first-served.
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