# 🪐Keynote 3

BlockDAG has recently released its [Keynote 3](https://blockdag.network/keynote), the most awaited announcement in the blockchain community. In this keynote, BlockDAG disclosed that it has successfully raised $211 million, which marks a significant milestone in funding without reliance on traditional venture capital. This substantial funding will accelerate their technological advancements and expand their global operations.

The team reported that they have started shipping their new X30 and X100 ASIC miners. These miners are essential for the security and efficiency of BlockDAG's network, which utilizes a unique hybrid of Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) and Proof-of-Work (PoW) technologies to enhance transaction speeds and network security.

Furthermore, the launch of Beta Testnet V1 was announced during the [keynote 3](https://blockdag.network/keynote). This development is a critical step forward, introducing enhanced blockchain speeds and new features that improve user engagement and facilitate community testing.

Not only this but the Keynote 3 also revealed the BlockDAG Academy, an educational initiative aimed at making blockchain technology accessible and understandable to a broader audience. This program is designed to empower users with the knowledge to engage with and contribute to the BlockDAG ecosystem effectively.

These announcements from Keynote 3 illustrate BlockDAG's ongoing commitment to leading innovation in the blockchain industry and its efforts to maintain and expand its influence in the market. For more detailed insights, the full [Keynote 3](https://blockdag.network/keynote) can be explored on BlockDAG’s official website.

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