While much of crypto stays distracted by sideways charts, BlockDAG is gaining real momentum. Keynote 3 wasn’t another routine update—it was a clear signal of what’s coming. With $209 million raised in presale, all without venture capital, BlockDAG now has backing from over 170,000 individual investors. With its Beta Testnet V1 live and a plan to scale up to 15,000 TPS, Keynote 3 is already being called one of the year’s standout events.
Still, BlockDAG’s most impressive move might not just be the funding—it’s the forward momentum as it builds toward its mainnet later this year.
$209 Million Raised Through Community Support
CEO Antony Turner kicked off the keynote with the numbers. BlockDAG has raised more than $209 million in less than 10 months—driven entirely by retail and community investors.
“This isn’t just capital—it’s fuel for innovation, expansion, and the next evolution of blockchain technology,” Turner said.
Instead of seeking venture capital and compromising on decentralization, BlockDAG has relied on its community. The raised funds are already being used to:
- Speed up mainnet development
- Grow the global developer team
- Secure top-tier partnerships with Inter Milan and UFC
This isn’t a whitepaper-only project—it’s growing steadily in users and infrastructure every day.
A Hybrid Blockchain Model That Pushes Past Old Limits
One of the keynote’s key moments came when CTO Jeremy Harkness explained BlockDAG’s hybrid consensus system, blending the speed of Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAG) with the reliability of Proof-of-Work (PoW).
“Our hybrid consensus mechanism combines the best of two worlds: the security and proven robustness of Proof-of-Work with the flexibility and speed of a Directed Acyclic Graph. This isn’t your traditional blockchain—we’re literally rewriting the rules,” said Harkness.
This design unlocks parallel confirmations, high throughput, lower fees, and MEV resistance. Instead of chasing small upgrades, BlockDAG is solving blockchain’s biggest challenges. It’s already set to handle 2,000 TPS at launch, with plans to increase to 15,000 TPS within 24 months—easily surpassing most current Layer-1 networks.
Beta Testnet V1 Is Live & Comes With Real Rewards
Where some projects talk, BlockDAG delivers. The Beta Testnet V1 is now fully operational, with upgrades that include:
- Double the blockchain speed of the alpha version
- A redesigned explorer with smart contract and token visibility
- A no-code Token & NFT creation tool
- Live dApps for hands-on network interaction
Even better, BlockDAG made the testnet count by rewarding verified investors with 10,000 testnet BDAG tokens, vested over four weeks to simulate mainnet token behavior.
They also introduced a $60,000 reward program for the top 30 testnet participants—split evenly across the most active wallets, top miners, and highest balances.
“We’re even going to incentivize you to get involved,” Turner added. “This isn’t just a test. It’s a dress rehearsal for mainnet.”
Community Growth Already in Motion
BlockDAG isn’t waiting for mainnet to build a user base. The X1 Miner App and Tap Miner Game have attracted more than 1.1 million users, with over 100,000 engaging daily.
“To date, we have more than 750,000+ users mining, earning, and engaging with us,” Turner shared. “The results of the ‘play-to-earn’ Tap Miner have been phenomenal.”
This approach—simple, fun, and rewarding—is drawing in a broader audience. BlockDAG isn’t only attracting crypto enthusiasts, but also casual users, gamers, and future developers.
A Developer-Ready Ecosystem with Learning at Its Core
The keynote also introduced BlockDAG Academy—led by Professor Maurice Herlihy. It’s designed to educate users at every level:
- Elementary: Blockchain basics
- Intermediate: Smart contracts, staking, and governance
- Advanced: Full-stack dApp development on BlockDAG
“Our program goes beyond simply showing you which buttons to press—it provides you with the essential principles and insights needed to safely and confidently harness BlockDAG’s transformative potential,” Herlihy said.
Alongside the Academy is a comprehensive Developer Launchpad that features:
- An Ambassador Program
- Developer Grants
- Hackathons with over $100K in prizes
- A Bug Bounty Program launching soon
These tools aim to support and empower builders at every step.
Strong Security & a Mainnet on the Horizon
Security has been a top priority. BlockDAG has already completed audits with Certik and Halborn for its vesting contracts and built its treasury with MPC protection.
“At BlockDAG, security is not a feature—it’s the bedrock upon which we’ve built everything,” said Dr. Youssef Khaoulaj.
The mainnet is confirmed for 2025, with initial specs including:
- 2,000 TPS scaling to 15,000 TPS
- Full DeFi suite: staking, lending, swaps, and bridges
- On-chain governance tools
- Listings on 10+ exchanges after TGE
BlockDAG also aims to support over 1,000 dApps by 2026, with future plans pointing to AI, decentralized ID, and data sovereignty.
“We’re not simply dreaming about the future—we’re shaping it,” Turner concluded. “And we’re just getting started.”
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