BlockDAG Raises $324 Million, Aims for 1,000 dApps by 2026

BlockDAG, a Layer 1 project, has distinguished itself by demonstrating its appeal to developers before its listing begins. With its testnet already operational, a no-code builder in action, and active developer grants, BlockDAG has set a clear goal: to host 1,000 decentralized applications (dApps) by 2026. This is not just a roadmap promise; these tools are functional, and developers are already utilizing them. Unlike many buyers who chase price pumps, BDAG backers are getting in early, before network usage drives up prices. With over $324 million raised and 23.3 billion coins sold, BlockDAG is transitioning from a theoretical concept to a network being built from the ground up, with developers already engaged.

Unlike many Layer 1 projects that share vague development timelines, BlockDAG has already activated its infrastructure. Its testnet is up and running, a no-code smart contract builder is available, and real developers are already testing smart contract functions on a system that mirrors the mainnet. The no-code builder is user-friendly, allowing users to drag and drop to create contracts without writing code. Meanwhile, developers are pushing their limits, identifying bugs and optimizing throughput long before the launch. This hands-on phase sets BlockDAG apart from many presales, as teams are working now rather than waiting to build after the listing. It aligns more with Solana’s 2021 developer boom than with speculative launches, but with a twist: BlockDAG’s coin hasn’t hit exchanges yet. These tools create an ecosystem ready to launch, not just promised.

BlockDAG has committed to reaching 1,000 dApps by 2026, using structured campaigns to achieve this goal. Public grants, hackathons, and onboarding incentives are part of a wider strategy that unfolds during the six-week launch timeline. The team is following a proven model, building with developers first and letting apps attract users organically. Each dApp brings its audience, and each transaction burns BDAG. As DeFi infrastructure takes shape and exchange listings go live, the usage will already be there. Currently, BDAG’s special price is $0.0030, well below the confirmed $0.05 listing. This price will only last for 12 more hours after which it will increase to $0.0080. That’s a projected ROI of 1500%. However, the value lies in getting access before gas fees and demand spike. Other Layer 1 chains like Solana and Avalanche saw surges after dApps launched. Early participants benefited from cheap fees and first access. BlockDAG is setting up for a similar scenario, with no venture capital control in sight.

Grants are live and targeting early-stage teams. BlockDAG’s low-code and no-code setup lowers entry barriers for small groups and solo builders. Even Web2 teams can join without blockchain experience. The roadmap includes serious tools, DeFi infrastructure, NFT services, real-world payment modules, and backend solutions. The timing matters. These resources are being built now, changing the game. By the time trading opens, the ecosystem will be ready. The no-code builder helps new users launch quickly, the academy educates developers moving from Web2 to Web3, the testnet helps optimize performance, and the grant system keeps teams engaged. Compare this with Aptos or Sei. Both launched coins before they had any working ecosystem, leaving buyers waiting. BlockDAG is doing it in reverse, apps before access. That structure brings confidence. Builders aren’t guessing, they’re shipping. Each new addition strengthens the network before BDAG becomes tradable. And by focusing on usable tools early, BlockDAG avoids the delays that slow most new chains.

So far, BlockDAG has sold 23.3 billion coins and collected over $324 million, without circulating any coins yet. The number of holders is close to 200,000. Meanwhile, more than 18,165 miners have been sold, and the X1 mining app already has over 2 million users. Yet, the presale price stays at $0.0030 for now, set to climb to $0.0080 soon. The mainnet activates in Week 4 of the 6-week plan, with the airdrop and DeFi stack rolling out by Week 2. Once the first wave of dApps goes live, BDAG won’t be early-stage; it’ll be a fully built infrastructure. For anyone watching for the next serious Layer 1 project, BlockDAG may be the one to watch.