BlockDAG Keynote 3 Delivers: Moving Ahead of Polygon & Avalanche in 2025

While Avalanche & Polygon Pull Back, BlockDAG’s Keynote 3 Proves It’s Ready With a Live Testnet

The start of 2025 has brought significant challenges for some well-known projects. Polygon (MATIC) and Avalanche (AVAX) both saw major declines in value, with each losing nearly half or more of their market capitalization. With trading volumes down and uncertainty rising, the path ahead for many blockchains has become harder to predict.

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But in the middle of that uncertainty, BlockDAG has found its stride. Rather than relying on speculation, it has pushed forward with real developments. With Keynote 3, it promised real progress—and delivered. From a live Beta Testnet to user-ready tools, BlockDAG’s forward momentum is quickly becoming a talking point in the crypto space.

Polygon (MATIC): Facing Short-Term Challenges With Long-Term Potential

As of April 4, 2025, Polygon (MATIC) has seen its market cap drop to around $364 million, with the token priced at $0.19. On January 1, it was at $906 million with a token value of $0.47. That marks a nearly 60% fall in both valuation and price, highlighting the tough conditions facing Layer 2 networks.

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Despite this, Polygon continues to work on its future. Efforts to expand zk-rollup solutions and new enterprise collaborations are still underway. Short-term market sentiment may be down, but Polygon’s reputation for technical strength keeps long-term believers optimistic. With development still moving forward, a broader recovery could renew interest in what Polygon brings to the table.

Avalanche (AVAX): Repositioning After a Strong 2024

Avalanche (AVAX), a blockchain known for speed and scale, is now valued at $7.5 billion with a token price of $18.15 as of April 4. Back in late January, it stood at $14.76 billion and $35.86 per token. That’s a 49% drop in just over two months—a sharp pullback from its late-2024 highs.

This correction reflects more than just market trends—it also ties into global concerns and shifting investor focus. Still, Avalanche continues to build. Its growing DeFi ecosystem and technical improvements remain strong. As real-world asset tokenization gains attention, and as subnets evolve, AVAX could find renewed support. For now, many see this period as a necessary pause before the next push forward.

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What makes this all the more impressive is the clear traction behind it. BlockDAG’s presale has already raised $212 million. Now in batch 27, priced at $0.0248, more than 19 billion coins have been sold. Early participants have seen returns of 2,380% since batch 1—strong indicators that the market is paying attention.

BlockDAG’s Beta Testnet Is Already Live—Delivering Keynote 3 Results

BlockDAG’s Beta Testnet isn’t a concept on the horizon—it’s already running. This launch proves that the team is meeting its milestones and bringing real improvements to the network. The testnet is a live demonstration of BlockDAG’s potential, showing what the platform can do under real conditions.

One standout improvement is speed. The testnet now handles 10 blocks per second, marking a big leap in performance. For users, this means quicker confirmations and better scalability—exactly what’s needed for long-term growth.

The updated BlockDAG Explorer brings another layer of clarity. With a fresh interface and real-time data, users can follow every block and transaction as they happen. On top of that, new minting tools let developers create and test tokens directly on the testnet. The experience feels complete, thanks to full wallet integration that makes it easy to send, receive, and manage assets.

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The Shift Toward Delivery Over Hype Is Underway

Recent market dips have shown which projects are prepared to move forward—and which are still waiting for the right moment. While Polygon and Avalanche remain important names in the ecosystem, their recent declines suggest they are facing a period of reset and reflection.

Meanwhile, BlockDAG is leaning into the next phase. Its Beta Testnet is not just up—it’s active, accessible, and fulfilling the goals laid out in Keynote 3. Real-time block processing, working wallets, and developer tools show that this isn’t just a vision—it’s reality.

In a time when the crypto space is evolving fast, the market is beginning to reward action over anticipation. BlockDAG’s ability to meet its goals early and show real progress suggests that its best days are still ahead. If current momentum continues, it may become one of the top stories of 2025.