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Binance, a cryptocurrency exchange based in Dubai, has introduced “The Blockchain 100,” an annual awards program. This initiative aims to recognize and celebrate leading innovators who are advancing education, innovation, and community growth within the blockchain sphere.
“The Blockchain 100” seeks to highlight individuals and teams significantly contributing to the blockchain landscape. These contributions include valuable educational resources, informative content sharing, and inspirational material that motivates others.
Binance intends to shine a light on influential figures in seven separate areas. By recognizing these creators, the program hopes to amplify voices that have had a significant effect on the cryptocurrency and Web3 sectors, encouraging broader understanding and usage.
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To be eligible for nomination, individuals must primarily create educational or motivational content related to cryptocurrency. Candidates should also be public figures with a clean record and possess a minimum of 10,000 followers on at least one major social media platform. Qualifying platforms include X, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Telegram, Discord, Binance Square, or CoinMarketCap.
The selection process for “The Blockchain 100” is designed to be transparent and community-driven. The program begins with a public nomination period, running from September 25th to October 12th, 2025 (UTC).
Community voting will take place on Binance Square from October 15th to October 26th, 2025 (UTC). Verified Binance users are allowed to cast one vote per category each day.
The final results will be announced on November 3rd, 2025 (UTC).
A live awards ceremony is scheduled for December 3rd, 2025, during Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai. Award recipients will receive custom medals and be invited to participate in exclusive events.
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