BlockDAG has announced partnerships with two professional sports teams from the U.S., the Seattle Seawolves and the Seattle Orcas, aimed at incorporating blockchain technology into the sports world. These steps are designed to expand the audience and showcase real use cases for Web3 technologies.
Partnership with Seattle Seawolves and Rugby
The Seattle Seawolves, known for their contribution to the development of professional rugby in the U.S., have announced BlockDAG as their Official Blockchain Partner for the entire 2025 season. The partnership aims to create secure digital assets, such as NFTs and fan tokens, that fans can collect, trade, or hold. A joint content series with player updates, game forecasts, and behind-the-scenes videos is also planned.
Integration with Seattle Orcas in Cricket
The second major partnership was announced with the Seattle Orcas, one of the leaders in Major League Cricket. The collaboration will include NFT collections, fan tokens, and shared digital campaigns. Orcas CEO Hemant Dua commented that this partnership represents a significant step towards enhancing how fans connect with the game. CITE_W_A
Achievements and Presale Goals
Funds raised from BlockDAG's presale have reached $332 million, with the project aiming for a goal of $600 million. Partnerships with the teams not only provide additional visibility but also support ambitions to create an ecosystem with over 200,000 holders and 2 million users. The presale price is expected to remain at $0.0016 until August 11.
BlockDAG's cooperation with professional sports teams showcases how blockchain technology can be integrated into entertainment and audience engagement. This may represent a significant step towards expanding blockchain technologies into mainstream culture.