BlockDAG’s Keynote 3 Spotlights Certik & Halborn Audits—Outshining Render & Celestia on Web3 Security
In today’s Web3 landscape, security is no longer a secondary feature—it’s a measure of credibility. Projects like Render and Celestia have gained momentum by targeting high-performance computing and modular blockchain design. Render has reimagined cloud rendering through GPU-sharing, while Celestia has built a new structure for decentralized chains through its modular framework.
Yet amid growing technical claims across the industry, BlockDAG has taken a different path. It has embedded security at the core of its architecture, backing this with independent audits from Certik and Halborn, a DAG+PoW hybrid consensus, and Multi-Party Computation (MPC). In an environment where trust must be earned, BlockDAG’s strategy is turning heads.
Render: Decentralized Rendering at Scale
Launched in 2018, Render aimed the high costs and complexity of cloud rendering. By creating a decentralized platform for distributing GPU workloads, it allowed designers and creators to access unused compute power globally—speeding up rendering and cutting costs.
In its early phase, the team focused on building out a reliable network of GPU providers and users. A strong user interface and efficient distribution model attracted growing demand, particularly among creative professionals. By 2022, Render had formed partnerships with key players in digital media, broadening its influence and practical utility.
As of March 26, 2025, Render has over 500,000 users—a 150% increase in just one year. GPU capacity has also surged to 1 million units, doubling since 2023. With $250 million in revenue recorded during 2024, Render has not only scaled fast but also generated solid returns for its early backers. These metrics reflect a platform that’s growing both in usage and real-world impact.
Celestia: Designing Blockchains to Fit the Future
Since its 2021 launch, Celestia has introduced a modular structure to blockchain design. By separating consensus and data availability, it gave developers more freedom to create custom blockchains—without being limited by the rigidity of monolithic frameworks.
This fresh take on architecture helped Celestia attract attention from developers seeking scalable, independent environments. As the ecosystem grew, investor interest followed, with major funding rounds fueling expansion and experimentation.
By March 26, 2025, the project’s token, TIA, was trading at $3.43—a 2.67% rise in 24 hours. With over 200 modular blockchains now live, double the number from 2023, and more than $5 billion in total value locked, Celestia is clearly gaining traction. A $10 billion market cap and a 400% rise since launch show that this project is being taken seriously in the scaling conversation.
BlockDAG Earns Praise for Its Security-Centered Infrastructure
What sets BlockDAG apart is its methodical focus on security as a foundation rather than a feature. It’s not just the technology—it’s how thoroughly it’s been verified. Independent audits by Certik and Halborn have tested its architecture and smart contracts. These assessments came well before the anticipated 2025 mainnet launch, giving BlockDAG a level of credibility many early-stage projects lack.
Chief Security Officer Dr. Youssef Khaoulaj put it plainly: “Security is not a feature—it’s the bedrock upon which we’ve built everything.” This guiding philosophy shows in BlockDAG’s decision to integrate Multi-Party Computation (MPC), a system that splits access across multiple parties, reducing centralized risks and improving resilience.
This deep focus on securing user funds and system performance has played a key role in its presale momentum. To date, BlockDAG has raised $209 million. With its current token price at $0.0248 in batch 27, and over 19 billion coins sold, it’s clear that buyer confidence is high. For those who joined in batch 1, returns have reached 2,380%.
Beyond audits and capital, the architecture itself plays a part. By confirming transactions in parallel using its DAG structure, BlockDAG avoids the common issues of congestion and lag. These qualities, combined with audit transparency and cryptographic safeguards, position it as one of the most security-conscious projects in Web3.
When Security Shapes the Value Proposition
Render and Celestia have both delivered meaningful contributions—Render in creative cloud services, and Celestia in technical modularity. But BlockDAG is showing that performance must also come with protection. It’s not just about what a chain can do—it’s about how safely it does it.
In a time when blockchain users are looking for systems they can depend on, security-first designs like BlockDAG’s stand out. As more developers and buyers scrutinize the reliability of Web3 platforms, this security layer may become less of a differentiator—and more of a requirement.
BlockDAG, with its transparent audits, parallel validation system, and user-focused protections, may well represent the new baseline for what a secure blockchain looks like.
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