The Maxi Doge (MAXI) initial coin offering has successfully raised over $2.5 million during its presale phase, defying a broader crypto market downturn. The token, marketed as a 'buffed-up cousin of Dogecoin,' is priced at $0.000259 per token, with a scheduled price increase in the next round after 15 hours. This fundraising achievement comes amid a strengthening U.S. dollar, with the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) climbing to 97.95 following the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut. Investors are increasingly turning to safe-haven assets due to global economic uncertainties.