XRP News Today: BlockDAG Hits $361M, Launches Live Trading Dashboard as Pi and XRP Struggle to Break Out

Amid surging interest in cryptocurrency, several projects are drawing mixed market reactions. While some are stuck in hype with little tangible movement, others are building momentum through real-time user engagement and capital raising.

Pi (PI) remains trapped in a pattern of unfulfilled expectations. Despite online speculation about a $10 price tag, the coin has yet to move beyond $0.50, with repeated failures to break through the $0.49–$0.50 range. Reduced trading activity and a lack of exchange listings are further limiting its potential. Even technical indicators like RSI show limited directional clarity without significant price action. Analysts caution that the $10 target seems more a social media phenomenon than a market-driven forecast, absent meaningful utility or institutional support [1].

XRP (XRP) faces its own hurdles despite increased wallet activity and whale participation. The coin is currently constrained near $3.30, a critical resistance level that has held despite accumulation efforts by large holders. The recent sell-off by one of Ripple’s co-founders has added to market uncertainty. While institutional interest and user adoption suggest long-term potential, a breakout above $3.30 with strong volume is necessary for the $4 price level to become a realistic target [1].

In contrast, BlockDAG (BDAG) has moved beyond speculation with a tangible product already in use. The project has launched a live trading dashboard, allowing users to interact with real-time wallet features and 24-hour trading—actions that most projects only promise post-launch. This early access aligns with a limited-time presale price of $0.0016, valid until August 11, with a planned listing price of $0.05. The platform has already raised over $361 million and sold more than 24.7 billion tokens, with $7.6 million in mining equipment sales adding to pre-launch demand. By providing early users with a live experience, BlockDAG is demonstrating a commitment to transparency and functionality [1].

The project has also secured 20 confirmed exchange listings, reinforcing its strategic position in the market. This proactive approach to development and user engagement sets it apart from peers like Pi and XRP, which remain in the discussion phase. The hands-on model offers a more concrete illustration of the platform’s potential, reducing ambiguity for investors and early adopters [1].

While many crypto projects thrive on hype, BlockDAG is demonstrating that actual progress—through capital raises, user access, and infrastructure deployment—can generate more reliable market signals. Meanwhile, Pi and XRP remain under scrutiny for their ability to transition from theoretical goals into real-world outcomes.

[1] Source: [1] Pi’s $10 Dream Stalls, XRP Faces $3.30 Wall, BlockDAG Hits $361M and Launches Live Trading Dashboard (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6890b34cbcd39c77ce70bc32/)