Ethereum News Today: BlockDAG Surges Toward $1 on $376M Presale Momentum and 2,660% Early Gains

BlockDAG (BDAG) is accelerating toward the $1 price level, driven by a $376 million presale and a growing narrative centered on technological innovation and scalability. In its 29th batch, the token is currently priced at $0.0276, with a projected launch price of $0.05. Early investors from the first batch are already seeing a 2,660% gain on paper, fueling speculation that BDAG could reach $1 before its official exchange listing [1]. The project’s hybrid blockchain-DAG architecture supports 2,000–15,000 transactions per second, is EVM-compatible, and allows for both Proof-of-Work and Proof-of-Engagement mining, positioning it as a technically robust contender [1]. The BlockDAG Explorer provides real-time data on network performance and validator activity, reinforcing transparency and developer accessibility.

Ethereum (ETH), meanwhile, is navigating a complex short-term outlook as whale activity influences market sentiment. ETH recently broke above $4,300, sparking optimism, but a major whale remains in a short position with a $19.9 million unrealized loss, continuously adding collateral to avoid liquidation [1]. This dynamic creates uncertainty around ETH’s ability to break above key resistance levels at $4,400–$4,450. Analysts suggest that the token’s near-term movement will depend heavily on whether this whale exits or doubles down on the position [1].

Aptos (APT) is advancing steadily with institutional support and a roadmap aimed at long-term scalability. Currently trading around $4.73, the network has $538 million locked in its ecosystem and has secured backing from major players like BlackRock’s BUIDL fund and Franklin Templeton’s BENJI platform [1]. The September 2025 “Shardines” upgrade is expected to significantly boost transaction throughput to over 500,000 transactions per second, with forecasts suggesting APT could reach $20.68 by 2025 and potentially exceed $60 by 2030 [1]. However, token unlocks in the short term remain a risk factor, offering volatility for traders but creating uncertainty for long-term price stability.

BlockDAG’s trajectory is distinct in its ability to blend presale momentum with tangible infrastructure. The project has already secured listings on 20 major exchanges, including MEXC, BitMart, and LBank, ensuring strong market access post-launch. While Uniswap (UNI) and Stellar (XLM) continue to see positive technical momentum—UNI breaking above key resistance and XLM approaching a 38% upside from its current price—BlockDAG’s long-term vision and technological foundation position it as a potential standout in the crypto space [1].

With Ethereum’s whale dynamics, Aptos’ strategic scaling, and BlockDAG’s accelerating presale momentum, the crypto market remains a landscape of both institutional strategy and retail-driven speculation. As BlockDAG continues its rapid rise, the focus will remain on whether it can maintain its growth narrative as it moves closer to the $1 threshold [1].

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[1] BlockDAG Closing in on $1 While Ethereum's Whale Games and Aptos’ Growth Path Unfold, Coindoo, https://coindoo.com/blockdag-closing-in-on-1-while-ethereums-whale-games-and-aptos-growth-path-unfold/