BlockDAG SUI XLM Surge 3025%–100% in July on SEC Review Protocol Upgrades $354M Presale

Several cryptocurrencies have shown significant momentum this month, driven by technological upgrades, regulatory developments, and investor speculation. Among the standout performers are BlockDAG, SUI, SEI, and XLM, each leveraging distinct strategies to position themselves as potential leaders in 2025.

BlockDAG has captured attention with its $354 million presale campaign, selling 24.4 billion BDAG tokens at a fixed price of $0.0016 until August 11 [1]. The project’s hybrid DAG and Proof-of-Work architecture supports 15,000 transactions per second (TPS) and integrates EVM smart contracts, NFTs, and DeFi applications. Over 18,500 ASIC miners have been sold, and the network has already attracted 2.5 million users via the X1 Miner app. Analysts project a potential 3,025% return if the token reaches $0.05, though this remains speculative [1]. The extended liquidity period and planned listings on exchanges like MEXC and BitMart further underscore its appeal.

SEI experienced a 13% pullback to $0.329 after hitting $0.385 in a month, but technical indicators suggest a recovery. The coin’s Giga upgrade, which will transition the network to an EVM-based structure capable of 250,000 TPS, is seen as a catalyst for growth [1]. While the RSI has dropped to 65 from a near 90 peak, key support remains intact near $0.28. Analysts speculate a potential climb toward $1.14 if momentum resumes, though this projection hinges on market sentiment and the success of the upgrade.

SUI’s price surged 53% in a single day following the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) review of a spot ETF proposal, propelling it to $3.62. The asset now trades around $4.23, with $4.25 identified as a critical resistance level [1]. Exchange outflows have increased to $8.74 million, indicating reduced selling pressure. Futures open interest has hit $1.2 billion, signaling institutional interest. While short-term forecasts suggest a range between $3.15 and $3.33 for August, the ETF’s approval could shift this trajectory.

XLM rose over 100% in July amid the launch of Protocol 23, which enhanced cross-chain capabilities and smart contract scalability. A Golden Cross between its 50-day and 200-day moving averages on July 23 attracted technical traders, pushing the token to $0.52 earlier this month [1]. However, RSI divergence and liquidation risks below $0.40 have raised caution. Analysts predict a potential decline to $0.33 if the $0.44 level breaks, though long-term projections remain bullish, targeting $20–$40 if adoption aligns with protocol growth.

The four projects reflect diverse growth strategies. BlockDAG’s presale-driven momentum and hardware integration position it as a near-term outlier, while SUI and SEI benefit from regulatory and technical catalysts. XLM’s resurgence hinges on broader market conditions and protocol adoption. Investors are advised to monitor key milestones, including the SEC’s ETF decisions, the Giga upgrade, and XLM’s technical indicators, to assess their potential as top-performing assets in 2025.

Source: [1] [Top-Performing Crypto Today: BlockDAG, SUI, SEI, and XLM Show Strong 2025 Signals] [https://cryptonewsland.com/top-performing-crypto-today-blockdag-sui-sei-and-xlm-show-strong-2025-signals/]