Binance introduced Binance Alpha, a new platform targeting early-stage crypto projects in the ecosystem.
The Binance Alpha platform is being launched as part of Binance Wallet, Binance’s web3 wallet, and will serve as the selection pool for front-listing tokens.
According to a press release shared with Crypto.news on December 17, the new platform will offer users the opportunity to explore potential Alpha and select projects that will likely be listed on the Binance exchange.
In recent months, Binance has listed some of the most popular tokens on the market, and this also comes amid investments from the exchange’s venture capital and incubation arm, Binance Labs.
Winson Liu, global leader of Binance Wallet, said that the Alpha platform will improve the listing process by adding transparency.
“Binance Alpha strengthens the community’s trust by publicly highlighting a curated selection of early-stage projects and provides users with information about tokens with potential for future growth in the Binance ecosystem,” Liu said.
The selection of projects on Binance Alpha will leverage Binance’s industry expertise and focus on aspects such as strong community interest, traction, and hot trends. Users will leverage the ecosystem to understand and explore web3 projects.
More importantly, Binance will make official announcements regarding the tokens designated for Binance Alpha through Binance Wallet and Binance social channels. The exchange recently launched a verified WhatsApp account to ensure users avoid misinformation or fraud.
On Binance Alpha, investors will have the opportunity to explore and purchase tokens through the Quick Buy feature. Tokens will continue to be available in the Markets tab after the spot period ends.
Following this announcement, Binance Alpha will welcome the first tokens on December 18, 2024. Binance will list five tokens in this launch review.