# $APTOS Catalyst Posts & Social Intelligence Recap — August 18, 2025

> **Asset:** $APTOS  
> **Date:** 2025-08-18 (August 18, 2025)  
> **Canonical URL:** https://cryptitalk.com/tokens/aptos/2025-08-18  
> **Token Profile:** https://cryptitalk.com/tokens/aptos.md  
> **Market Rankings:** https://cryptitalk.com/rankings.md  

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## Curated Viral Posts & Community Evidence


### Post #1 by @aave
> **Author:** Aave ([@aave](https://x.com/aave))  
> **Metrics:** 155 likes · 27 retweets · 49 comments · 19.0K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T16:00:40+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/aave/status/1957472725821202735](https://x.com/aave/status/1957472725821202735)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 11  

> 
> "We like 
@Aptos
."


### Post #2 by @CDemanincor
> **Author:** Cypress Demanincor ([@CDemanincor](https://x.com/CDemanincor))  
> **Metrics:** 374 likes · 95 retweets · 7 comments · 15.4K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T21:31:29+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/CDemanincor/status/1957555977382658093](https://x.com/CDemanincor/status/1957555977382658093)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 1  

> 
> "NEW ERA OF FINANCE 

 THIS WEALTH TRANSFER WILL HAPPEN A LOT SOONER THAN MOST PEOPLE THINK 
$XRP $XPR $XLM $SOL $ETH $BTC $ALGO $APTOS"


### Post #3 by @HM010169
> **Author:** 币圈荒木 ([@HM010169](https://x.com/HM010169))  
> **Metrics:** 50 likes · 0 retweets · 42 comments · 13.0K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T01:58:00+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/HM010169/status/1957260661068882349](https://x.com/HM010169/status/1957260661068882349)  


> 
> "Today, scrolling through updates, I got flooded by 
@Aptos
 again. Honestly, this chain is like the "perfect kid next door":

Great background (Meta Diem team), solid foundation (raised $400M), and consistent performance (BFT consensus + parallel engine + Move language).  
While"


### Post #4 by @APTreeio
> **Author:** APTree ([@APTreeio](https://x.com/APTreeio))  
> **Metrics:** 138 likes · 61 retweets · 41 comments · 12.7K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T10:29:47+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/APTreeio/status/1957389454462587303](https://x.com/APTreeio/status/1957389454462587303)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 46  

> 
> "SEEDs DROP

APTree is now live on the 
@Aptos
 mainnet. 

Over 100,000 wallets are eligible to receive the Seed Drop, starting with ANS holders. If you own an Aptos Name, your wallet is on the list even if it expired this year.

Your journey starts at http://APTree.io"


### Post #5 by @charles48011843
> **Author:** Charles ([@charles48011843](https://x.com/charles48011843))  
> **Metrics:** 36 likes · 0 retweets · 25 comments · 8.5K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T02:25:00+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/charles48011843/status/1957267455761580242](https://x.com/charles48011843/status/1957267455761580242)  


> 
> "APTree 
@APTreeio
  ——Aptos  
@Aptos
  DeFi Ecosystem's New Entry Point

In the process of Lao Cha's continuous focus on the Aptos ecosystem, APTree has gradually revealed its unique value.

It is not merely a DeFi protocol but an ecosystem entry point centered on user behavior"


### Post #6 by @LighthouseOne_
> **Author:** Lighthouse.one ([@LighthouseOne_](https://x.com/LighthouseOne_))  
> **Metrics:** 47 likes · 10 retweets · 5 comments · 6.0K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T18:02:28+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/LighthouseOne_/status/1957503376591061151](https://x.com/LighthouseOne_/status/1957503376591061151)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 16  

> 
> "Our 
@Aptos
-dedicated portfolio viewer, Lightscan, just got integrated in the official Aptos Explorer 

Simply click on the Lightscan-link in all Accounts pages.

DeFi on 
@Aptos
 is on the move 

https://x.com/aave/status/1957472725821202735…"


### Post #7 by @AlphaTeamAptos
> **Author:** Aptos AlphaTeam ([@AlphaTeamAptos](https://x.com/AlphaTeamAptos))  
> **Metrics:** 24 likes · 3 retweets · 3 comments · 4.3K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T04:22:13+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/AlphaTeamAptos/status/1957296952993104357](https://x.com/AlphaTeamAptos/status/1957296952993104357)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 39  

> 
> "APTOS WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS - August 17th, 2025
@Aptos
 August is heating up hotter than ever, with numerous ecosystem changes, major wins and community news:

- 
@decibel_ming
 was appointed as the inaugural CEO of 
@DecibelTrade
 
- 
@earnium_io
, Baby Raptr and 
@predictonfliq
 drop"


### Post #8 by @GamingGridx
> **Author:** GamingGrid ([@GamingGridx](https://x.com/GamingGridx))  
> **Metrics:** 144 likes · 105 retweets · 110 comments · 3.0K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T12:00:02+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/GamingGridx/status/1957412166161625465](https://x.com/GamingGridx/status/1957412166161625465)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 21  

> 
> "GG Game Night with 
@DefiCattos
 

This week’s game night: DefiCattos, The first battle RPG on Aptos — fusing turn-based strategy with tap-to-earn mechanics.

Prizes 
- 15 Wooden Chests (15 $APT)
- 3 Copper Chests (30 $APT)
- $100 USDT 
- GG Engage Points

Game on!"


### Post #9 by @Aptos
> **Author:** Aptos ([@Aptos](https://x.com/Aptos))  
> **Metrics:** 21 likes · 2 retweets · 7 comments · 2.1K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T21:00:01+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/Aptos/status/1957548059203871160](https://x.com/Aptos/status/1957548059203871160)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 32  

> 
> "More Moves, more support, more ecosystem growth.
@zan_team
 is now a validator of the Aptos blockchain"


### Post #10 by @AptosCollective
> **Author:** Aptos Collective ([@AptosCollective](https://x.com/AptosCollective))  
> **Metrics:** 70 likes · 24 retweets · 15 comments · 1.9K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T16:02:55+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/AptosCollective/status/1957473291246907841](https://x.com/AptosCollective/status/1957473291246907841)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 50  

> 
> "Thankful for 
@Aptos
' 
@ASHAWONN
 & 
@poymeetsworld
 for joining an AMA with the Aptos Collective this morning to discuss all things Aptos. 

One phrase sums up the vibe: 

"MAX BULLISH" - Ash, Head of Aptos Ecosystem"


### Post #11 by @cryptojack
> **Author:** CryptoJack ([@cryptojack](https://x.com/cryptojack))  
> **Metrics:** 32 likes · 5 retweets · 41 comments · 1.8K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T11:15:12+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/cryptojack/status/1957400885417386483](https://x.com/cryptojack/status/1957400885417386483)  


> 
> "“Smart money” shifts to crypto projects with real utility—Solana, Sui, Aptos among top picks for 2025.  

Which one is YOUR top pick to explode?"


### Post #12 by @chriskim_dev
> **Author:** Chris Kim ([@chriskim_dev](https://x.com/chriskim_dev))  
> **Metrics:** 62 likes · 5 retweets · 14 comments · 1.7K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T21:19:08+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/chriskim_dev/status/1957552869487570965](https://x.com/chriskim_dev/status/1957552869487570965)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 35  

> 
> "I spent an hour with 
@Greg_Nazario
, founding eng at 
@AptosLabs
, to learn all about Objects on Aptos Move.

The Object model is one of the most fascinating aspects of 
@Aptos
 Move, allowing you to build unique applications that are only possible on Aptos.

Be on the lookout for"


### Post #13 by @NickGCat
> **Author:** Nick ([@NickGCat](https://x.com/NickGCat))  
> **Metrics:** 90 likes · 7 retweets · 46 comments · 1.7K views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T07:18:00+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/NickGCat/status/1957341191487250439](https://x.com/NickGCat/status/1957341191487250439)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 15  

> 
> "I spent last week with the entire 
@Aptos
 team. You're not bullish enough.

LFM"


### Post #14 by @mr_zaroq
> **Author:** mr_zaroq¿.apt ([@mr_zaroq](https://x.com/mr_zaroq))  
> **Metrics:** 20 likes · 3 retweets · 8 comments · 570 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T12:58:45+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/mr_zaroq/status/1957426943261057524](https://x.com/mr_zaroq/status/1957426943261057524)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 46  

> 
> "If my 
@APTreeio
   seed or tree dies, does the NFT get burned automatically, and if so, will it require me to pay Aptos gas fees, or is the burn handled by them?
or maybe can i bring it back to life?"


### Post #15 by @RhunaIO
> **Author:** Rhuna ([@RhunaIO](https://x.com/RhunaIO))  
> **Metrics:** 14 likes · 4 retweets · 3 comments · 423 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T10:21:54+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/RhunaIO/status/1957387472821977288](https://x.com/RhunaIO/status/1957387472821977288)  


> **Visual Note:** Sample image description 11  

> 
> "Pay With Crypto... is live! 

You can now purchase tickets to UNTOLD ONE (11th edition, 2026) with USDT/USDC.

And you can do it from 
@Aptos
, 
@arbitrum
, 
@base
, 
@ethereum
, 
@MultiversX
 & 
@0xPolygon
!

Available on UNTOLD website and in the UNTOLD mobile app."


### Post #16 by @chimex_apt
> **Author:** CHIMEX ([@chimex_apt](https://x.com/chimex_apt))  
> **Metrics:** 14 likes · 0 retweets · 7 comments · 222 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T12:00:49+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/chimex_apt/status/1957412365139337326](https://x.com/chimex_apt/status/1957412365139337326)  


> 
> "gYaptos fam

I’ll be rebranding my bio and shifting my content to fully support the Aptos community and also make sure the team receives our feedback. 

Don’t worry, I won’t stop sharing money-making opportunities on 
@Aptos
 because there’s a lot coming up soon 

Lastly, thanks"


### Post #17 by @dankestrel
> **Author:** Daniel ([@dankestrel](https://x.com/dankestrel))  
> **Metrics:** 5 likes · 0 retweets · 5 comments · 101 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T17:37:00+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/dankestrel/status/1957496969166749697](https://x.com/dankestrel/status/1957496969166749697)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 39  

> 
> "got my seed. time to plant on the fertile aptos land"


### Post #18 by @PaintedPandaz
> **Author:** Painted Pandaz ([@PaintedPandaz](https://x.com/PaintedPandaz))  
> **Metrics:** 5 likes · 2 retweets · 0 comments · 25 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T11:15:33+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/PaintedPandaz/status/1957400972528914764](https://x.com/PaintedPandaz/status/1957400972528914764)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 15  

> 
> "GM GM Happy Monday 
Another day to show the Web3 world what the Aptos Collective can do.
Let’s shine bright together 
You never know who’s watching and getting inspired by your journey.
@Aptos
 @PaintedPandaz
#PeacePositivityProsperity"


### Post #19 by @0x325000
> **Author:** Web3 Red $M | ([@0x325000](https://x.com/0x325000))  
> **Metrics:** 1 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 19 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T07:23:32+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/0x325000/status/1957342584420085806](https://x.com/0x325000/status/1957342584420085806)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 16  

> 
> "Spotlight on 
@APTreeio
  : If you’re tired of DeFi being a maze, APTree is your GPS for Aptos. It turns complex yields and farming into a visual journey—track your moves, earn Water Points, and watch your digital tree grow as you interact with DeFi protocols. Early contributors"


### Post #20 by @vodkamq
> **Author:** Vodkababy (Ø,G) ⌘ Morph ([@vodkamq](https://x.com/vodkamq))  
> **Metrics:** 1 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 15 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T02:38:23+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/vodkamq/status/1957270825159242017](https://x.com/vodkamq/status/1957270825159242017)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 36  

> 
> "Huge congrats to all the winners and a big thanks to everyone judges, mentors, builders, and creators for making the 
@Aptos
  x 
@gmvn_official
 Hackathon 2025 unforgettable. Keep building, keep moving"


### Post #21 by @0x325000
> **Author:** Web3 Red $M | ([@0x325000](https://x.com/0x325000))  
> **Metrics:** 0 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 14 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T15:41:24+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/0x325000/status/1957467877835194789](https://x.com/0x325000/status/1957467877835194789)  


> 
> "Aptos 
@Aptos
  DeFi又是十亿美元级别的一周，榜单前三Hyperion、Thala、Tapp稳如老狗，新秀Earnium首周直接冲上第四，势头太猛了！不是短期爆发，是持续高能输出，Aptos这交易引擎已经彻底点燃，八月月末数据估计还要更炸，DeFi新高说不定就在下周！"


### Post #22 by @wajueji888
> **Author:** crypto挖掘机(Ø,G) $M｜ ([@wajueji888](https://x.com/wajueji888))  
> **Metrics:** 0 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 8 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T02:59:33+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/wajueji888/status/1957276153020137885](https://x.com/wajueji888/status/1957276153020137885)  


> 
> "Aptos 很不错啊"


### Post #23 by @AptosInsights
> **Author:** Aptos Insights ([@AptosInsights](https://x.com/AptosInsights))  
> **Metrics:** 0 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 6 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T23:23:07+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/AptosInsights/status/1957584069606404248](https://x.com/AptosInsights/status/1957584069606404248)  


> **Video Content:** Sample video description 49  

> 
> "I’ve just received my seed from 
@APTreeio
!

Let’s grow together and watch this ecosystem flourish on 
@Aptos
."


### Post #24 by @VPhm23380671
> **Author:** John Pham | 𝔽rAI Morph ([@VPhm23380671](https://x.com/VPhm23380671))  
> **Metrics:** 0 likes · 0 retweets · 0 comments · 5 views  

> **Posted:** 2025-08-18T05:21:26+00:00  


> **Source Link:** [https://x.com/VPhm23380671/status/1957311856239870230](https://x.com/VPhm23380671/status/1957311856239870230)  


> 
> "Aptos像别人家孩子，底子硬实力强，机会来了能飞。"




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