Ethereum News Today: BlockDAG Surpasses $354M Presale as Ethereum ETFs Fuel $1.85B Inflows and XRP Stabilizes Amid 6% Weekly Gains

Several altcoins have captured investor attention this week, with Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Solana (SOL), and BlockDAG emerging as standout performers. While ETH benefits from ETF inflows, XRP navigates short-term volatility, and Solana faces temporary corrections, BlockDAG distinguishes itself through tangible progress and a robust presale. Each project reflects unique strengths, positioning them as top candidates for long-term investment [1].

BlockDAG (BDAG) has raised $354 million in its presale, selling 24.4 billion tokens with a current price of $0.0016, set to increase to $0.05 at the global launch. Early investors have already seen a 2,660% return, and the platform’s live X1 mobile miner has attracted 2.5 million users. Its hybrid DAG-PoW technology supports energy-efficient smart contracts, dApps, and DeFi, with 4,500 developers actively building on the testnet. Strategic partnerships with entities like Inter Milan and confirmed exchange listings further cement its real-world adoption [1].

Ethereum’s price approached $3,770 amid $1.85 billion in spot ETF inflows this week, pushing total inflows to $2.18 billion. Institutional confidence is evident, with Ethereum futures open interest on CME reaching $7.85 billion. Analysts highlight $3,300–$3,350 as key support levels and suggest a potential breakout above $3,850 could drive further gains [1].

XRP recently dipped to $3.19 after reaching $3.53, a 6% decline attributed to profit-taking and market-wide selling. Despite this, it remains up 23% weekly. Analysts anticipate a rebound to $4 if ETF demand stabilizes, with longer-term price targets as high as $10 depending on regulatory shifts. Ripple’s launch of the RLUSD stablecoin and expanding healthcare integrations, such as Wellgistics, underscore its ecosystem growth [1].

Solana (SOL) corrected to $187 from $200, driven by profit-taking and broader market pressures. However, analysts project a $250 price target if sentiment improves. High-volume traders continue to shift capital into Solana’s ecosystem, favoring its speed and cost efficiency. Projects like Remittix and Jupiter remain active, though support levels around $187 will be critical for a potential rebound [1].

Collectively, these projects demonstrate diverse growth drivers. Ethereum’s ETF traction and institutional adoption, XRP’s stablecoin innovations and regulatory adaptability, and Solana’s developer activity all contribute to their appeal. Yet, BlockDAG’s tangible product launches, active user base, and clear profit roadmap set it apart as a high-potential long-term asset [1].

Source: [1] [Best Long-Term Cryptos: What Makes BlockDAG, ETH, XRP & SOL Stand Out This Week?](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68878c98fb184a125f70cccc/)