Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has officially announced the 100 recipients of its first-ever Blockchain 100 Award. The new global program honors creators, educators, and innovators who have made significant contributions to the Web3 ecosystem through content, community building, and industry advocacy.

A Community-Driven Selection

The final list of honorees was compiled through a rigorous process that began with public nominations. Following the nomination period, verified Binance users voted for the winners on the Binance Square platform, ensuring the selections represent a dynamic cross-section of global talent recognized by the community.

Highlighting Key Contributors

The awards celebrate individuals and organizations across seven categories. The Crypto Press category, which acknowledges media outlets for balanced and impactful industry coverage, included winners such as Bitcoinworld, CoinDesk, Cointelegraph, and BeInCrypto Global.

Other notable recipients across different categories include industry advocates Pushpendra Singh and Bilal bin Saqib, independent researcher Dr. Yonatan Sompolinsky, and influential trader Crypto Mechanic.

Binance Chief Marketing Officer Rachel Conlan explained that the awards are a tribute to the community-focused spirit of the crypto industry. She noted that advancing the industry toward one billion users will be a collective effort and that Binance wants to recognize the people who have worked to build the ecosystem from its early days.

Award Ceremony Details

All winners are set to receive an engraved medal and will be formally celebrated at an in-person ceremony during Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai on December 3, 2025. The event will serve as a gathering point for influential builders and creators to mark a year of substantial growth and innovation.