- Why Aptos’s Strategy is Worth Watching
@Aptos shook the crypto world with its retroactive airdrop. On October 18, 2022, 23,454,750 APT were given to 124,828 addresses, rewarding real participants. This wasn’t a random giveaway – only node holders and NFT minters were eligible. Was this a genius move to decentralize early?
The 150/300 $APT per address was worth around $1000/2000 when distributed. That’s a serious incentive.
This wasn’t just about quick rewards – it got people involved. After hitting @binance on day one, liquidity surged. Did those who held become the foundation of Aptos’s community?
Early adopters didn’t just sell. Many staked their $APT, driving staking ratios higher.
Even with some volatility, the airdrop led to massive growth. It’s clear that giving out tokens to the right people can generate long-term engagement.
The 2% of total supply distributed early gave @Aptos a massive, decentralized base. Was this the secret sauce for their success? Let’s see if this move pays off long-term. How many projects will follow in their footsteps?
Ready for 100k TPS? Aptos Is Leading the Charge
@Aptos uses AptosBFT v4 and Block-STM for parallel execution and Byzantine Fault Tolerant consensus.
The network achieved 156M transactions in one day with peak 32k TPS in May 2024.
It has zero downtime since launch and consistently processes 1,000 TPS with sub-second finality.
Upcoming Shoal++ consensus targets 100k TPS with sub-second latency.
Aptos’s modular architecture allows fast upgrades without forking.
Key tech like Narwhal & Bullshark improves throughput and transaction ordering.
Future scaling with internal sharding could unlock even more capacity.
Aptos’s tech is fast, resilient, and evolving. Major upgrades ahead...
@0xWenMoon@NickGCat@DrAlcista@llcool_hay@anymose@APTopia_xyz@AveryChing
the next big thing in blockchain...
Founded by ex-META engineers Mo Shaikh & Avery Ching, @Aptos is here to bring Web3 to billions. Built by 350+ devs, Aptos leverages lessons from the Diem shutdown to create a SAFER, more SCALABLE blockchain. Their goal: a blockchain that's production-ready for Web3 mass adoption.
Skeptics called it a "VC CHAIN" at first, but after the surprise airdrop and explosive growth (250 → 330+ projects in under a year), APTOS has proven it’s here to stay. The ecosystem’s already attracting "hundreds of thousands" of users and millions of transactions.
With major partnerships (hello, Microsoft and Google), $apt is making strategic moves. The team’s strong track record and connections in Big Tech position them for long-term success. This is the team that knows how to raise capital, ship innovation, and scale fast.
Aptos isn’t just a blockchain; it’s a movement. Keep an eye on it. #aptos
@0xWenMoon@APTopia_xyz@alex_aptos@AveryChing@NickGCat@kantianum@anymose@llcool_hay@jason_chen998@thecaptaingates@Deguywithstyle@realjaysneezy@Lin_DAO_@DrAlcista@chainyoda@yarhuter@BuzzlamicJihad@apt_miguel@angelataptos@aptAlix
Aptos Ecosystem: huge Stats for 7 days
@Aptos is out here slaying the game, and the numbers don’t lie. This ecosystem is straight upward trajectory:
- Total Supply
1,154,182,247 $apt tokens in circulation.
- Actively Staked
870,358,508 $apt tokens are actively staked. This shows real trust from the community. People aren’t just holding, they’re locking in their assets and staking for serious returns.
- TPS (Transactions Per Second)
Currently, 41 TPS real-time, with a peak of 18,444 TPS in the last 30 days. You know what this means? Aptos is built for scalability. No bottlenecks, just pure performance.
- Active Nodes
150 active nodes, and that’s only validators. More nodes = more security and decentralization. This is next-gen blockchain.
- User Transactions
Around 2-3 million transactions in the last week alone. We’re seeing a steady decline, but with more growth, these numbers are about to pop.
- Monthly Active Accounts
Around 12M active accounts, but expect growth as more developers and users flood into the ecosystem. This number is about to explode as Aptos becomes more mainstream. Thanks @KaitoAI !
- Daily Active Accounts
1M-2M daily active users. Solid numbers, but there’s a long runway ahead. As more DeFi projects and NFTs drop on Aptos, we’ll see daily usage hit astronomical levels.
- Gas Consumption
Currently sitting under 500 apt gas consumption on a daily basis. This means low fees, more transactions, and greater capital efficiency. The Aptos network isn’t just fast it’s cost-effective.
- Aptos is Heating Up
This isn’t just some pump and dump project. Aptos is built for long-term scalability, high-volume transactions, and low-cost operations. The ecosystem is starting to scale massively, and we’re just at the beginning.
If you’re still sleeping on Aptos, it’s time to wake up. DeFi is moving to Aptos, and Hydration just dropped big moves. We're entering the golden era of Aptos adoption!
Aptos Foundation Grant Program: 4D GAME
Time to leveling up with @Aptos Grant Program this is your chance to get the bags and build next-gen projects on the Aptos chain. They’re out here fueling innovation, supporting open-source projects, DeFi, NFTs, and anything wild you can imagine. Here’s what’s up:
Over 200+ Grant Recipients already flexin’ on the Aptos ecosystem and we’re just getting started.
- Apply Now
Open-source projects get the priority. Got that alpha? Bring it to life.
Gasless Transactions - Aptos subsidizing gas fees for devs. Frictionless experience incoming.
Security - Up to $25K in grants for security audits. Keep it safe, keep it clean.
Partner Programs - OKX, Google Cloud and TruFin all backing Aptos builders. Big names, big support.
@Aptos IS THE FUTURE.
If you're not building with the Aptos Foundation, what are you even doing? Scale your project, get grants, and make history. The ecosystem’s growing, and you can LEAD IT.
Let’s GO, fam. Aptos Grants are waiting for the boldest. Apply now and build what’s next.
#Aptos #DeFi #GrantProgram
@0xWenMoon@APTopia_xyz@alex_aptos@AveryChing@NickGCat@kantianum
Aptos Q2 2025 Recap – Big Numbers, Bigger Moves
Yo, @Aptos is absolutely smashing it in Q2 2025. Check out the insane stats:
1) $5.5K in fees this month - 91.7% rise. Big win for the network's transactional power.
2) $2.5M in expenses, but the burn rate is getting tighter. Aptos is all about efficiency.
3) $2.5M token incentives - Aptos is rewarding the right people, fueling growth.
Market Data Flexin
Price: $5.4 per token, up 7.8%. Aptos is holding strong.
Circulating Market Cap: $3.3B, up 9.0%. That’s a serious climb.
Token Trading Volume: $303.3M, up 93.1%. The volume’s coming in HOT.
Valuation Multiples
1) P/F ratio (fully diluted): 7,996.0x, up 44.6%. Aptos is looking real attractive for investors.
2) P/S ratio (fully diluted): 7,996.0x, up 44.6%. The value is rising.
Alternative KPIs
Active Users: 949.2K daily active users, up 4.3%.
Core Developers: 55.3 devs making moves, up 21.6%. Aptos devs are grinding hard.
Aptos is NOT slowing down!
With massive growth across market cap, trading volume, and active users, it’s clear: Aptos is here to disrupt. All the metrics are trending up, and with Aptos Foundation backing this thing, it's only a matter of time before it EXPLODES.
This is just the start, fam. Get ready, the Aptos rocket is about to take off. @0xWenMoon@NickGCat@DrAlcista@llcool_hay@anymose@APTopia_xyz@AveryChing
APTOS FOUNDATION - FUNDING ROUNDS
From GameFi to Blockchain Infrastructure, they are making moves across the board. Check out the projects @Aptos backing in 2024-25:
BIG MOVES & INVESTMENTS
@Securitize – Raised $47M in Strategic round. Big plays in Cefi with $521.75M total.
@movementlabsxyz (MOVE) – $38M Series A for Chain. Total raise $41.40M. This one's got mad potential in the blockchain space.
@BalanceWeb3 (EPT) – $30M undisclosed. Total $30M raise. This GameFi project is taking over.
@ionet (IO) – $30M Series A. 5 March 2024. Big for blockchain infrastructure, raising up to $30M total.
@klicklofficial – $25M Series A in blockchain service. More capital to grow their platform.
@KGeN_IO (KGEN) – $10M undisclosed, but big things are coming in GameFi.
@myco_io – $10M Series A for blockchain service. Total raise $10M.
@TRUExWorld – $9M Seed. A Cefi beast in the making.
@Castileofficial – $8M undisclosed for GameFi. This is just getting started.
X Scores & Total Raises
Aptos is putting serious weight into these projects. Whether it’s game-changing Cefi, Blockchain Infrastructure, or GameFi, Aptos is here for the long run. These projects aren’t just growing -they’re dominating the space with top-tier X scores and raises.
Aptos is putting $520M+ into the next-gen. Get in the game or get left behind. These projects are about to flip the script. Aptos is moving, don’t sleep.
TIER LIST OF APTOS CONTENT CREATORS❤️
The GOATED of the game, these creators are absolutely crushing it in the @Aptos space.
Kaito Yappers Edition
Who are you rocking with? 👇
2025 APTOS DEFI RECAP: THIS YEAR IS OURS
@Aptos is straight up KILLIN' it in 2025! Check these wild numbers:
$237.75M in trading volume
96.44k traders deep in the game
2.81M trades and we're just gettin' started
HOT TRADES THIS YEAR
APT ➔ USDT always poppin’
APT ➔ AMAPT on the rise
USDC ➔ APT stayin’ strong
THL ➔ WETH, BUSD ➔ APT, and USDT ➔ APTS still crushin’ it
TOP DEXs THIS YEAR
@CellanaFinance , @liquidswap, @PancakeSwap , and @SushiSwap are the real ones, but @CellanaFinance (40%) is absolutely dominating the volume game. They’re leading the pack.
BIG MOVES IN 2025
Aptos got the fastest trades, lowest fees, and sub-second latency. No other chain’s even close.
Stablecoins and next-gen tech like Raptr and Shardines? Aptos is way ahead.
Global trading engine is LIVE. Tokenizing everything from stocks to real estate - Aptos is building the future.
THE FUTURE IS APTOS
$200M in ecosystem growth. Institutions are finally paying attention with Bitwise’s ETP.
The Aptos Foundation is all in - this ecosystem is EXPLODING.
Money moves better on Aptos, period. This is where real trading happens.
Aptos is changing everything. And we’re just getting started. Let’s GO.
Aptos DeFi Summer loading
Total3 at bear market levels. Coinbase app past #350 on the App Store.
Meanwhile, Aptos DEX volume hits new ATHs weekly.
So many bangers on testnet right now
LFM first cohort TGE soon
2021 DeFi Szn fractals, but only on Aptos
source: @artemis
APTOS: BUILDING THE GLOBAL TRADING ENGINE
100% @Aptos is revolutionizing the economy. The world is moving on-chain, and Aptos is the engine powering it. Traditional finance? Outdated. Blockchain? The future. Aptos is here to disrupt and redefine global finance - faster, cheaper, better.
WHY APTOS IS THE FUTURE
Aptos will tokenize everything: stocks, treasuries, real estate, and more. Capital markets will run 24/7 with no borders or intermediaries. Anyone, anywhere, can trade instantly and securely.
WHAT'S BEEN DONE SO FAR?
Stablecoins USDT, USDC, and USDe on Aptos, reaching $1B+ market cap.
$200M committed to ecosystem growth.
Bitwise ETP listing, bringing mainstream adoption.
Sharding and Raptr tech to solve scalability and latency.
THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE
Aptos is already the fastest L1 blockchain, 11,000 TPS, and sub-second finality. Upgrades like Shardines will bring 1,000,000 TPS. This is just the beginning.
WHAT'S COMING NEXT?
CLOB: A framework-level order book that powers DeFi exchanges with 100% on-chain matching.
Reordered Transactions: Tighter spreads, better prices for traders, improved liquidity.
Scheduled Transactions: Auto-execute trades in sub-millisecond precision.
X-Chain Accounts: Instant cross-chain trading with no bridges, just sign in and go.
PERFORMANCE UPGRADES
Aptos is built for speed:
Raptr: Low-latency blockchain consensus.
Zaptos: Transaction pipeline rework for faster processing.
Block-STM V2: Scalable parallel execution to handle massive volumes.
USER & DEVELOPER EXPERIENCE
Account Abstraction: Custom authentication, multi-sig support for seamless trades.
Stateless Accounts: Low-cost accounts for DeFi apps.
Petra & Aptos Connect: Expanding features for DeFi - recurring deposits, automated strategies, and more.
READY TO LEAD?
Aptos is the infrastructure for $190 trillion global payments and $200B+ in finance looking for disruption.
We’re not just building a blockchain we’re building the global trading engine.
Slowly, slowly, and then all at once. Aptos is coming. Get ready.
Aptos - where money moves better. im right guys?
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TOP 15 PROJECTS BY GENERATED FEES (APT) – LAST MONTH
@Aptos continues to dominate, but the competition is fierce! Let’s take a look at how the top projects stacked up last month by total fees generated (APT) and their performance across the board:
@KGeN_IO – 6,812.1 APT – +25.71% Fees Change
Leading the pack with major growth and massive transactions.
@Chingari_IN – 3,011.35 APT – +6.60% Fees Change
The content king is holding strong with huge transaction volume.
@Lyncworld – 794.85 APT – +423.68% Fees Change
Massive growth in fees and transactions, on fire!
@Eragon_gg – 461.72 APT – +45.16% Fees Change
Steady rise, locking in major transaction volume and growth.
@merklehq – 141.19 APT – -24.95% Fees Change
A slight dip, but still holding on in the game with solid transactions.
@PanoraExchange – 83.83 APT – -40.52% Fees Change A sharp drop, but still making a mark with decent transaction volume.
@LayerZero_Core – 83.8 APT – +187.76% Fees Change
Big surge here – crazy growth and rising through the ranks.
@Aries – 83.17 APT – +77.98% Fees Change
Rising with big transaction increases, stacking fees like crazy.
@CellanaFinance – 72.52 APT – +127.94% Fees Change Consistent growth across the board – looking strong!
@AmnisFinance – 70.65 APT – +229.69% Fees Change
Impressive performance with massive transaction increases.
@ThalaLabs – 69.61 APT – +1004.81% Fees Change
Insane growth – Thala is on fire, big numbers across the board!
@EchelonMarket – 67.52 APT – +1008.36% Fees Change
Explosive growth, Echelon is seriously turning heads.
Palette – 61.9 APT – +13.27% Fees Change
Steady progress, still building momentum with solid transactions.
@EconiaLabs – 58.31 APT – +83.50% Fees Change
Rising slowly, but surely, moving up with solid transactions.
Lucid Protocol – 43.76 APT – +1.49% Fees Change
A modest increase, but still maintaining a steady stream of transactions.
Aptos is holding strong, but these projects are growing fast with massive transaction volume and fees! Keep an eye on Kgen, Lync, and Thala, they’re showing the biggest jumps and are ones to watch in the coming months.
Let's keep pushing the limits, fam! @AptosCollective
Aptos just hit 450.5k APT in total fees and $3.81M USD in total fees – these numbers are climbing fast!
If you haven’t been watching, check this out:
Weekly Fees in APT have been steadily growing since January '23, and that spike in early 2025 shows major momentum. The total fees in APT are now skyrocketing, with over 30,000 APT hitting the network weekly.
Meanwhile, USD fees are following close behind, pushing up to nearly $240K per week and showing an even steeper growth curve as we head into 2025.
The network's healthy fee growth signals real adoption and use. If you're not paying attention, you might be missing out! 👀
Let’s not forget, this is just the beginning. With more upgrades coming in 2025, this momentum is only gonna keep climbing!
EMBRACE THE MADNESS, APTOS IS HERE TO STAY.