Solana News Today: BlockDAG Presale Hits $364M as Ethereum, Solana and Toncoin Drive Institutional Crypto Growth in 2025

BlockDAG continues to attract attention in 2025 as one of the most dynamic projects in the early-stage crypto space, with its presale model raising $364 million and selling 24.8 billion coins. The current $0.0016 price point is a limited-time offer, ending on August 11, which contrasts sharply with the $0.0276 and $0.05 price tiers to follow, potentially offering a 3,000% return on investment to early buyers. The project also includes a 10 BTC auction pool worth roughly $1.1 million, with rewards scaling according to purchase volume. The Dashboard V4 provides real-time trading simulations, offering users an interactive approach to preparing for live trading [1]. In addition, the X1 Mobile Miner has attracted over 2 million active users, further strengthening the ecosystem [1].

Ethereum remains a cornerstone for institutional investors, with its price hovering between $3,600 and $3,700. The cryptocurrency has outperformed Bitcoin in monthly growth, rising by approximately 54% compared to BTC’s 10%. Institutional ETH holdings have increased from 116,000 tokens at the end of 2024 to 966,000 tokens in early 2025, valued at $3.5 billion. This trend reflects growing confidence in Ethereum as both a yield-generating and regulatory-compliant asset. With staking yields averaging 3–4% and key legislation such as the GENIUS Act and stablecoin regulations advancing, Ethereum’s risk-reward profile is improving. Analysts now look to $4,100 as a key resistance level, with potential for a retest of the $4,865 all-time high [1].

Solana has also captured significant attention in the institutional space, with its price currently between $165 and $170. Open interest in Solana CME futures has surged 370% month-over-month, reaching $800 million. The launch of the first U.S.-based Solana staking ETF has further expanded access for traditional investors. Bit Mining’s recent $5 million investment, along with plans to raise $300 million for Solana-related initiatives, signals strong institutional backing. Exchange data shows whales withdrawing $52 million in SOL recently, while nearly 43% of holders remain underwater, indicating long-term conviction. Solana is trading near a key support level, with $171 identified as a potential breakout point. If breached, SOL could trend toward $200, with longer-term projections reaching as high as $900 [1].

Toncoin continues to strengthen its position through strategic partnerships and ecosystem growth. The TON Foundation has secured a $400 million institutional partnership, while STON.fi raised $9.5 million for cross-chain development. One of the most significant developments was the $558 million raise by Nasdaq-listed Verb Technology to fund the first public Toncoin treasury, set to close by August 7. Toncoin’s integration with Telegram has also expanded its reach, with TON Wallet now accessible to 87 million U.S. users. The price has risen 24% over the past month, holding firm between $3.6 and $3.7. While short-term projections suggest a possible retracement to $2.62, analysts view this as a consolidation phase before potential growth [1].

These four projects—BlockDAG, Ethereum, Solana, and Toncoin—represent diverse paths for long-term value creation in the 2025 crypto market. BlockDAG offers a value-driven entry with simulated trading tools and incentive structures. Ethereum continues to provide a stable foundation for institutional capital, backed by regulatory progress and on-chain activity. Solana is gaining investor trust through futures and ETF integration, while Toncoin builds a robust ecosystem around strategic partnerships and platform accessibility. For investors seeking momentum and growth, these four assets highlight the most compelling opportunities in the current market [1].

Source: [1] Top Crypto to Watch in 2025: BlockDAG Advances While Ethereum, Solana & Toncoin Drive Institutional Growth (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68949f8ac4aa384a36ed221a/)