Polygon Surges to $1.23B TVL, Shiba Inu Faces Support Challenges, While BlockDAG’s Dashboard V4 Takes Center Stage
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Aug 30 2025
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Market Struggles
- Price Pressure: Shiba Inu is currently priced at $0.0000126 and is facing significant pressure to maintain critical support at $0.0000120. A failure to hold this level could lead to further declines, potentially adding another zero to its valuation.
- Recent Performance: After an 8.9% gain in July, SHIB has struggled, with losses in August erasing previous gains. Historical data indicates a challenging outlook, with notable declines of 10.9% in January and 26.1% in February, alongside a trend of underperformance in August.
Polygon (POL) Growth and DeFi Success
- DeFi Momentum: Polygon has seen a remarkable 43% increase in total value locked (TVL) in its DeFi ecosystem, rising from $864 million at the start of the year to $1.23 billion by mid-August.
- Key Contributors: QuickSwap and Polymarket are leading the charge, with QuickSwap's TVL surpassing $440 million and Polymarket attracting $28 million in just 30 days. Polygon's price has also increased by 6.6% over the past month, outperforming the average growth of other smart contract platforms.
BlockDAG (BDAG) Emerges as a Leading Project
- Impressive Fundraising: BlockDAG has raised over $386 million in its presale, with a current price of $0.03 and a target launch price of $0.05, indicating strong investor interest.
- Innovative Features: The launch of Dashboard V4 offers a unique presale experience with real-time data and transparency, enhancing user confidence and engagement.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with sports teams like the Seattle Seawolves and Seattle Orcas are expanding BlockDAG's reach into mainstream sports, introducing NFTs and fan tokens.
- Educational Initiatives: The establishment of an educational Academy with a structured three-tier system aims to attract learners and developers, further solidifying BlockDAG's long-term vision.
Conclusion
- Market Positioning: While Shiba Inu struggles to maintain its position and Polygon shows resilience through DeFi growth, BlockDAG is capturing significant attention with its innovative approach and substantial presale success. The combination of strong fundraising, strategic partnerships, and educational initiatives positions BlockDAG as a leading project to watch in the evolving crypto landscape.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.