Sell crypto from BNB to PIX

Launched in September 2020 by Binance, BNB Chain was designed as a low-cost alternative to Ethereum for DeFi applications and tokens. The network uses Proof of Staked Authority (PoSA), a hybrid mechanism combining Proof of Stake with Proof of Authority, where 21 active validators (plus candidates) process blocks every 3 seconds. This design prioritizes throughput and low costs in exchange for a lesser degree of decentralization.

The BNB Chain ecosystem is one of the largest in the market, with PancakeSwap as its main DEX processing billions in volume. Venus Protocol (lending), Alpaca Finance, and BiSwap complement the DeFi landscape. BNB Chain also stands out in GameFi and mass-market applications, with millions of daily active users. opBNB, a layer 2 based on the OP Stack, further extends the network's capacity.

For Brazilians, BNB Chain holds special relevance due to its direct connection with Binance, the most popular exchange in Brazil. Many users already hold BNB and tokens on the network, facilitating the transition to crypto payments. Fees typically below $0.10 and 3-second block times make the network practical for everyday transactions.