Key takeaways

• The BEP-20 token “ICP” at 0x4213131bf02625d4cafb1aec9129ed25e3ea7413 on BNB Chain is not the official Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) token.
• There is no credible evidence of an officially recognized, widely adopted, or endorsed wrapped ICP on BNB Chain at this address.
• Tokens reusing well-known tickers on other chains are often unofficial meme tokens or, in worse cases, deceptive traps. Proceed with extreme caution.

The “real” ICP in one minute

The Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is the native currency of the Internet Computer, a Layer-1 blockchain built by the DFINITY Foundation.

• Governance: ICP can be staked in the Network Nervous System (NNS) DAO to vote on proposals.
• Utility (cycles): ICP converts into “cycles,” which are burned to pay for computation, storage, and bandwidth—think of it as a reverse-gas model.
• Rewards: Node providers for the Internet Computer are rewarded in ICP.
• Cross-chain: ICP is building native integrations (e.g., ckBTC, ckETH, ckUSDT, ckUSDC) on its own network using Chain-Key crypto. That’s different from third-party bridges to BNB Chain.

Learn more at the official site: internetcomputer.org.

What we found about “ICP” on BNB Chain (0x4213…7413)

• No official connection: Searches and public records do not show an official or widely recognized wrapped ICP on BNB Chain at this address. There are no announcements from DFINITY or BNB Chain indicating this contract is an authorized representation of ICP.
• Ticker reuse ≠ legitimacy: The symbol “ICP” can be used by any BEP-20 token. This does not imply affiliation with the Internet Computer.
• Likely categories:
  • An unrelated project reusing the “ICP” ticker.
  • A meme token capitalizing on a famous name.
  • A deceptive token (honeypot/scam) designed to attract investors by brand confusion.

Bottom line: Treat it as an unaffiliated token until proven otherwise via official channels.

How to verify before you interact

Use these steps to reduce risk:

• Check the contract page: Review the token on BscScan.
  • Is the contract source code verified?
  • Are there suspicious functions (e.g., blacklist, trading pause, adjustable taxes)?
• Holder distribution: Look for highly concentrated holdings or owner-controlled wallets that can dump.
• Liquidity health:
  • Is there adequate liquidity?
  • Is liquidity locked? For how long?
• Trading taxes and honeypots:
  • Use independent tools to test buy/sell feasibility and check for extreme taxes that trap traders.
• Socials and web presence:
  • Is there a real website, docs, active community, and transparent team?
  • Do claims match official sources from DFINITY or Internet Computer (they likely won’t for this token)?
• Cross-verify listings:
  • If a token claims to be “the” ICP on BNB Chain, look for official acknowledgments—without them, assume it’s not authentic.

Where to track or trade (if you still choose to)

If you decide to interact despite the risks, make sure you’re using the correct contract address and keep position sizes conservative.

• Track and trade: Use GMGN.AI’s ICP (BSC) page to monitor price, liquidity, and live on-chain activity.
• DEX access: If liquidity exists, interfaces like PancakeSwap can route trades by pasting the exact contract address. Always double-check the pair you’re trading.
• On-chain analytics: Tools like BscScan help you review holders, transfers, and contract updates. Pair explorers (e.g., DEX analytics dashboards) can reveal liquidity depth and recent trades.

Tip: Test a tiny transaction first to ensure sells work and taxes are reasonable.

Common red flags to watch for

• No official announcement from DFINITY or BNB Chain but heavy claims of legitimacy.
• Trading “works” to buy but fails or is extremely taxed when selling (honeypot behavior).
• Sudden ownership changes, minting rights, or trading paused/unpaused by the contract owner.
• Extremely concentrated holdings or developer-controlled liquidity.
• Copycat branding that mimics the Internet Computer without verifiable links.

FAQ

• Is this the official Internet Computer (ICP) token?

  • No. The official ICP exists on the Internet Computer blockchain. The BNB Chain token at 0x4213…7413 is not recognized as an official or widely endorsed wrapped ICP.

• Could it be a legitimate bridge?

  • There’s no credible evidence of an authorized or widely adopted bridge for ICP to BNB Chain at this address. Without formal confirmations, assume it’s unofficial.

• Why is the ticker the same?

  • Tickers aren’t unique across chains. Unaffiliated projects often reuse famous symbols, especially on meme-heavy ecosystems like BNB Chain.

• What’s the safest approach?

  • Treat the token as unrelated to the Internet Computer. If you still interact, verify every detail, use small sizes, and prefer platforms that surface contract-level risks.

Final word

For practitioners and traders: the “ICP” at 0x4213131bf02625d4cafb1aec9129ed25e3ea7413 on BNB Chain should be considered an unrelated BEP-20 token until proven otherwise by official sources. Name overlap is common in meme-token markets—don’t let a familiar ticker shortcut your diligence.