BNB Chain to Launch New Layer 1 Blockchain Alongside BSC
BNB Chain's upcoming Layer 1 aims to enhance ecosystem integration and operations using BNB.
BNB Chain's upcoming Layer 1 aims to enhance ecosystem integration and operations using BNB. BNB (BNB) is trading at ₹70,543 ($741.30), up 0.6% since this brief published. This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by Coinfomania, with live market data added, as of Mon, 26 Oct 2026 05:15:01 UTC.
The new Layer 1 could strengthen BNB Chain's ecosystem by providing additional infrastructure, potentially improving scalability and integration for decentralized applications. This move signifies a strategic expansion in the competitive landscape of blockchain networks.
- BNB Chain plans to introduce a new Layer 1 blockchain.
- The new chain will operate alongside the existing BSC.
- BNB will be the native token for all operations on the new Layer 1.
- BNB price is $736.89, showing a slight 24-hour decline of 1.07%.
BNB Chain is set to introduce a new Layer 1 blockchain that will operate alongside the existing Binance Smart Chain (BSC). This strategic move aims to bolster the ecosystem's capabilities and integration.
The new Layer 1 will leverage BNB as its native token for all operations, ensuring continuity and alignment with the broader BNB Chain ecosystem. This approach is expected to enhance the network's functionality and support for decentralized applications.
While the specific launch date and technical details remain undisclosed, the introduction of a parallel Layer 1 suggests a focus on scalability and performance improvements. This development comes amid a competitive landscape where blockchain networks are continually seeking to expand their capabilities and user base.
The BNB Chain's ecosystem has been growing, with various projects and applications relying on its infrastructure. The new Layer 1 could attract more developers and users by offering enhanced features and integration.
In the current market context, with the total crypto market cap at $2.73 trillion and 
Bitcoin experiencing a 24-hour decline of 1.43%, BNB's price stands at $736.89, showing a slight 24-hour decrease of 1.07% but a 7-day increase of 1.15%. The Fear & Greed Index is at 50, indicating a neutral market sentiment.
Since this brief published about 2 hours ago, BNB (BNB) has moved from ₹70,123.07$736.89 to ₹70,542.73$741.30 — +0.60%.
The chart plots BNB's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from Token Times's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 BNB ≈ ₹74,771.22 (about $741.30), down 0.8% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 6.0% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
Live market data
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Figures and sectors in this story, checked live against on-chain aggregators · October 26, 2026.
Token Times reads these figures directly from on-chain aggregators (DeFiLlama, mempool.space) at build time — independent of what any outlet reported. Sector totals aggregate every protocol DeFiLlama tracks in that category. Values are live and will change.
BNB Chain to Launch New Layer 1 Blockchain Alongside BSC — questions & answers
What is the purpose of the new Layer 1 blockchain?
The new Layer 1 aims to enhance ecosystem integration and improve operations using BNB.
Will the new chain replace the existing BSC?
No, the new Layer 1 will run alongside the existing Binance Smart Chain.
How will BNB be used in the new Layer 1?
BNB will serve as the native token for all operations on the new Layer 1.
How much is 1 BNB worth in rupee today?
About ₹74,771.22 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $741.30. The rupee price moves with both BNB's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our BNB in rupee page for any amount.
Has BNB's price moved since this brief was published?
BNB is up 0.60% since this brief first published — trading at ₹70,543 ($741.30) now versus ₹70,123 ($736.89) at publication. Token Times re-checks this figure against CoinGecko and Binance every 15 minutes.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from Coinfomania. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original Token Times brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.