# BUIDL

> BUIDL is a term in the cryptocurrency ecosystem promoting active contribution and expansion of the blockchain, particularly in Web3, metaverse, and blockchain finance; an intentional misspelling of build urging creating value over merely trading.

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- Created: 2023-08-28T06:00:24.271Z
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**BUIDL** is a term that refers to the concept of actively contributing to and building the [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) and [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) ecosystem. It is an intentional misspelling of the word "BUILD" similar to [HODL](https://iq.wiki/wiki/hodl) that entered the crypto vocabulary in 2018. [\[1\]](#cite-id-j1twx2q1hs)[\[2\]](#cite-id-5h7ex6qghp7)[\[3\]](#cite-id-46l3cw0xkzh)\


## Overview

The notion of "BUIDL" encourages crypto enthusiasts to contribute to the growth and enhancement of the [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) ecosystem. This idea emerged in response to the tendency of individuals entering the crypto space primarily for wealth accumulation or protection, often without a deep understanding of or willingness to contribute to the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem. Therefore, BUIDL is an embodiment of the [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) spirit that stresses creating value, creating applications (DApps), creating new [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) businesses, and improving [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) functionality.[\[1\]](#cite-id-j1twx2q1hs)

The BUIDL movement advocates for active participation in the [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) space, emphasizing the importance of contributing to adoption and ecosystem enhancement, rather than solely focusing on accumulating or trading cryptocurrencies. [\[3\]](#cite-id-46l3cw0xkzh)

The activities involved in BUIDLing the cryptocurrency ecosystem include using cryptocurrencies for their intended use, beta project testing, playing [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) games, using [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract), writing articles, creating new cryptocurrencies, building [decentralized apps](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-application) (DApps), creating crypto wallets, exploring [Web3](https://iq.wiki/wiki/web3) ideas, and designing [NFTs](https://iq.wiki/wiki/non-fungible-token-nft). [\[1\]](#cite-id-j1twx2q1hs)[\[4\]](#cite-id-8y0lv5du9tg)[\[6\]](#cite-id-74cjacgm2vn)

While the exact origin of the term remains unclear, prominent figures within the blockchain and crypto industry frequently use it to endorse the comprehensive advancement of the ecosystem. In 2018, [Vitalik Buterin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/vitalik-buterin), the founder of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum), used "BUIDL" in his tweets to reference [Ethereum's](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) progress. [Changpeng Zhao](https://iq.wiki/wiki/changpeng-zhao), the founder of [Binance](https://iq.wiki/wiki/binance), similarly employs the term to inspire the crypto community to actively contribute to the ecosystem rather than solely focusing on [HODLing](https://iq.wiki/wiki/hodl).

## BUIDL Network

The BUIDL Network represents a community of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) developers. Within this network are advocates, startups, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts of [Ethereum](https://iq.wiki/wiki/ethereum) and [blockchain technology](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain). Every segment within the community organizes meetups that foster the growth of knowledge and skills among its members. The BUIDL Network aims to be at the forefront of enabling a decentralized future.

In addition to this, there is also a BUIDL Asia conference, which is a technical conference dedicated to sharing technical and business developments in the crypto space. It’s hosted by [KryptoSeoul](https://iq.wiki/wiki/kryptoseoul) and has been held annually since 2018. The conference provides an opportunity for builders to interact and find diverse opportunities in terms of business development, employment, and insight sharing.[\[5\]](#cite-id-c2fyp4e2bzg)[\[8\]](#cite-id-wz6mq4y31oe)\