BlockDAG is a layer‑1 blockchain that combines Bitcoin‑level security with a DAG‑based ledger to achieve thousands of transactions per second, low fees, and energy efficiency. It offers an EVM‑compatible, hybrid proof‑of‑work network plus a mobile Super App for mining, staking, wallet, and instant swaps, as well as low‑code tools for rapid dApp development and an integrated NFT marketplace.
Funding
$433M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Current blockchain platforms often suffer from limited transaction throughput, high fees, excessive energy consumption, and poor interoperability, which hinder widespread adoption and practical use cases.
Solution
BlockDAG combines Bitcoin‑level security and decentralization with a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) architecture to deliver a high‑speed, low‑fee, and energy‑efficient layer‑1 blockchain. Its hybrid proof‑of‑work consensus maintains strong decentralization while enabling thousands of transactions per second. The network is EVM‑compatible, allowing seamless integration with existing Ethereum tools and smart contracts. BlockDAG also offers a mobile‑first Super App that bundles mining, staking, wallet, and instant swap functionalities, making participation and asset management accessible to both novice and experienced users. By providing a low‑code development environment and drag‑and‑drop tools, developers can quickly build dApps on a scalable, secure infrastructure.
Target Audience
Primary users are cryptocurrency investors, miners, and developers seeking a fast, low‑cost, and secure blockchain platform, as well as enterprises looking to deploy scalable dApps and tokenized assets.
Features
- Hybrid PoW consensus that preserves decentralization while supporting high transaction throughput (thousands TPS)
- DAG‑based ledger architecture reduces fees and energy usage compared to traditional blockchains
- Full EVM compatibility for easy migration of Ethereum smart contracts and tooling
- Integrated mobile Super App with built‑in mining, staking (7‑day reward cycles), wallet, and instant swap features
- Low‑code, drag‑and‑drop development environment for rapid dApp creation
- On‑chain staking rewards distributed every epoch without lending user assets
- Dedicated NFT marketplace and ecosystem for digital asset creation and trading