Build a solid ecosystem, ranking second — On the long-term value creation of blockchain ecosystems

【Blockchain Rhythm】A senior executive from a certain leading exchange recently shared his views on the blockchain ecosystem during the year-end meeting. His attitude is straightforward: focus on builders and continuously create value.

He mentioned that his approach to the development of BNB Chain is actually very simple. Most of the time should be spent working diligently, occasionally looking up to observe the competitive landscape and industry trends, and finding the right position. But the key is always focus—regardless of ranking, these titles are not important. What truly matters is to persistently do what you excel at better and continuously create real value for ecosystem participants.

He also has a particularly interesting point: the scale of the BNB ecosystem itself should, in an ideal state, surpass any single application or protocol within the ecosystem, including the exchange platform itself. This is similar to the relationship between NASDAQ and the companies listed on it—many companies have a market value far exceeding that of the exchange, which is completely normal. The ecosystem can be large or small; what matters is how participants build it together.

BNB Chain has long found the product-market fit. His advice to all builders is to adopt a long-term marathon mindset. But this marathon is not just a long-distance run—it’s more like a “long-distance + combat” hybrid. You need to maintain fighting spirit during the prolonged battle, while also having the patience to see it through. The core is to keep moving forward.