BlockDAG Surges 2,660% as Sub-$1 Cryptos TRON, Stellar, Hedera Drive Market Growth

The cryptocurrency market continues to spotlight under-the-dollar assets as potential high-impact opportunities, with BlockDAG, TRON, Stellar, and Hedera emerging as notable contenders. These projects are gaining traction through a combination of technical advancements, strategic partnerships, and strong on-chain activity. While their price tags remain modest, recent developments suggest they are carving out distinct roles in the broader blockchain ecosystem.

BlockDAG (BDAG) has attracted attention with its aggressive growth trajectory, having surged 2,660% since its launch. Priced at $0.0016 during its GLOBAL LAUNCH phase, the asset is positioned to capitalize on a projected $0.05 launch value, implying a potential 3,025% return [1]. The project has already raised $350 million and sold over 24.1 billion tokens, with 18,500 X10 miners generating $7.5 million in sales. A live demo scheduled for August 11 will showcase the synergy between its X1 mobile app and hardware miners, enabling users to mine up to 200 BDAG daily. The NO VESTING PASS offer, allowing immediate access to purchased tokens, remains active until August 11, further enhancing its appeal [1]. Analysts note that while forecasts suggest BDAG could reach $1 or $5 in the long term, these projections remain speculative [1].

TRON (TRX) continues to solidify its dominance in the stablecoin space, processing a record $1.93 trillion in USDT transfers during Q2 2025. The token recently breached the $0.30 threshold for the first time since December 2024, supported by technical indicators such as a bullish MACD crossover and the 50 EMA holding steady [1]. The ecosystem’s SRM Entertainment has rebranded to Tron Inc. and secured 365 million TRX in its treasury, now the largest public holding. If TRX maintains its current $0.29–$0.30 range, a move toward $0.325–$0.34 appears plausible [1].

Stellar (XLM) is gaining momentum ahead of its Protocol 23 upgrade, which introduces Soroban caching and improved smart contract execution. The token has risen 30% to $0.52, driven by speculation around a PayPal PYUSD integration and Franklin Templeton’s $446 million tokenization announcement [1]. Technical analysis highlights strong candlestick patterns above key support levels, a rising RSI, and a favorable long/short ratio. With open interest reaching $238 million and increased taker buy volume, XLM’s ability to hold above $0.45 could set it on a path to $0.52–$0.60 [1].

Hedera (HBAR) has posted a significant technical breakout, breaking above the Ichimoku cloud for the first time since 2021. This move, confirmed by the Tenkan-sen crossing above the Kijun-sen and the Chikou Span aligning above price, suggests a potential long-term trend shift. The project’s partnership with NVIDIA enhances its role in enterprise applications, while USDC transaction growth adds depth to its on-chain activity. If HBAR sustains trading above $0.23–$0.25, a target of $0.28–$0.30 becomes more achievable [1].

Collectively, these four projects illustrate the diversity of opportunities in the sub-dollar crypto space. TRON’s stablecoin leadership and Tron Inc.’s treasury expansion, Stellar’s institutional traction, and Hedera’s strategic alliances underscore their respective strengths. BlockDAG, however, stands out for its aggressive launch strategy, combining low entry costs with a demo-driven approach to mining accessibility. As the market cycles, these projects highlight how innovation and utility can drive value even in the lower-price segment of the crypto market.

Sources: [1] [title1Best Crypto Coins Under $1: BlockDAG, TRON, Stellar & Hedera Showing Signs of Real Growth] [url1https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6880c302b163841939360e06/]