Modular blockchains are revolutionizing Web3 infrastructure by separating core functions like execution, consensus, and data availability. Thereby, enabling faster, more scalable, and customizable networks. While giants like Celestia and EigenLayer lead the charge, a new wave of under-the-radar projects is emerging with strong potential. With market caps under $5 million, these modular blockchain tokens offer an opportunity to get in early on the next generation of crypto infrastructure. Here are 5 worth watching closely. Note: This list is sorted in no particular order KardiaChain ($KAI) Unit Price: $0.0009166 Market Cap: $4.37M Volume (24H): $83.09K KardiaChain is a Layer-1 blockchain designed to bridge the gap between blockchain technology and mainstream adoption by converging the physical and digital worlds. As a hybrid public-private blockchain infrastructure, KardiaChain focuses on decentralization, security, and scalability to deliver seamless Web3 solutions for real-world applications. It also powers transformative technologies like Onchain AI, and NF3 Chip Technology to further expand its ecosystem. KAI 2.0 network upgrade is underway. For Stakers on KAI.now, No action needed. Your tokens will be automatically upgraded and restaked on the KAI 2.0 network when the migration begins. Non Stakers need to take a few steps in the KAI X handle. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Apr 14, 2021 at a price unit of $0.1596 All-time low was recorded on Jan 30, 2025 with a price unit of $0.0001404 Exchanges: Gate, Coinex Matchain ($MAT) Unit Price: $0.4904 Market Cap: $3.54M Volume (24H): $3.93M Matchain Overview $MAT is the native utility and governance token of Matchain, an AI-integrated, zk-rollup Layer 2 blockchain purpose-built for real-world business adoption, decentralized advertising infrastructure, and intelligent content engagement. Engineered to align human attention with transparent value exchange, $MAT powers every layer of the Matchain ecosystem—from governance and staking to AI-enhanced marketing tools and decentralized identity systems. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Jun 19, 2025 at a price unit of $6.67 All-time low was recorded on Jun 26, 2025 with a price unit of $0.4231 Exchanges: Bitget, MexC, Gate, kucoin, Kraken, Bitmart. Lumerin ($LMR) Unit Price: $0.002853 Market Cap: $1.73M Volume (24H): $42.24K Lumerin is an open-source protocol and foundational layer that uses smart contracts to control how P2P data streams are accessed, routed, and transacted. Lumerin is currently being leveraged to decentralize and more efficiently allocate AI compute power and, will enable novel applications on DePIN and tokenization of RWAs . It can also enable encrypted video & audio streams, permissioned communications, and programmable data streams and digital assets like NFTs. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Mar 29, 2022 at a price unit of $0.3344 All-time low was recorded on Mar 27, 2025 with a price unit of $0.002252 Exchanges: Gate SatoshiVM ($SAVM) Unit Price: $0.1610 Market Cap: $1.12M Volume (24H): $110.91K SatoshiVM is a decentralized Bitcoin ZK Rollup Layer2 solution compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) ecosystem, using native BTC as gas. SatoshiVM bridges the EVM ecosystem with Bitcoin, enabling the Bitcoin ecosystem to issue assets and develop applications. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Jan 19, 2024 at a price unit of $14.88 All-time low was recorded on Apr 07, 2025 with a price unit of $0.1128 Exchanges: MexC, Gate Idena ($IDNA) Unit Price: $0.002400 Market Cap: $194.82K Volume (24H): $12.11K Idena is a novel way to formalise people on the blockchain without personally identifiable information. Idena proves the humanness and uniqueness of its participants by running an AI-resistant test at the same time for everyone around the globe. The Idena blockchain is driven by Proof-of-Person (PoP) consensus. Every node is linked to a cryptoidentity — one single person with equal voting power. Idena is the first proof-of-person blockchain where every node belongs to a certain individual and has equal voting power. Idena’s network of validated people solves the blockchain oracle problem: It’s independent mining nodes can act as oracles. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Aug 31, 2020 at a price unit of $0.3169 All-time low was recorded on May 12, 2025 with a price unit of $0.001423 Exchanges: Bitmart Disclosure: This is not trading or investment advice. Always do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or investing in any services. Follow us on Twitter @nulltxnews to stay updated with the latest Crypto, NFT, AI, Cybersecurity, Distributed Computing, and Metaverse news !
