YZi Labs

YZi Labs is a private investment firm and family office that rebranded from Binance Labs in Q1 2025 to operate independently, expanding its investment scope beyond blockchain to encompass Web3, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Biotechnology. The firm manages over $10 billion in global assets and is headquartered in Hong Kong, with significant operational presence in San Francisco. Its mission is to fuel impact by supporting visionary founders and driving innovation across its core sectors, with an investment philosophy that emphasizes impact first, believing that meaningful financial returns will naturally follow.

The firm provides capital, incubation programs, and mentorship to ventures at every stage, from pre-seed to later rounds. YZi Labs' portfolio includes over 300 projects across more than 25 countries, with a focus on developing decentralized applications, AI infrastructure, and biotech solutions. Key services include strategic investments, technical support, and access to a broad network of mentors and partners, particularly within the BNB Chain ecosystem.

Under the leadership of Ella Zhang as Head of YZi Labs, and with the active mentorship of Binance co-founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, the firm has recently accelerated its investments in the AI field, backing projects ranging from educational agents to physical robots and large language models. In October 2025, YZi Labs launched a $1 billion builder fund to support startups within the BNB Chain ecosystem, specifically targeting decentralized finance (DeFi), AI, and Real-World Assets (RWA). This strategic expansion underscores YZi Labs' commitment to fostering innovation and creating lasting value across multiple transformative sectors.