Solana (SOL) is now trading at a critical juncture following last week’s market surge. The token has climbed over 20% from its recent local lows, now testing a crucial supply level around $150. Related Reading: XRP $0.60 Triangle Breakout Could Ignite Parabolic Rally – Key Levels To Watch This resistance zone has drawn the attention of analysts and investors, with many believing Solana is on the verge of a rally to higher price levels. Among those who are bullish on SOL is prominent analyst Carl Runefelt, who recently shared a detailed analysis, predicting that Solana could reach new highs within days if the current momentum continues. As the broader market continues to gain strength, investors are eagerly awaiting Solana’s next move. A successful breakout above $150 could signal a confirmed uptrend, paving the way for a potential rally. However, the coming days will be pivotal for SOL as it approaches this key level, with the market closely watching whether it will reclaim higher ground or face renewed resistance. Solana Bullish Pattern About To Break Solana (SOL) is currently testing crucial supply levels that could pave the way for a significant rally to higher prices. After days of consolidation, the altcoin looks ready to break out and confirm a daily uptrend. Many analysts and investors are closely watching for the next move. This potential shift comes as the entire crypto market has turned from fear to optimism, spurred by the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates, which has breathed new life into the market. Analyst Carl Runefelt, one of the prominent voices in the crypto space, has shared his technical analysis on X, revealing that Solana has formed a symmetrical pattern. According to Runefelt, if SOL breaks out of this pattern, it could trigger a substantial upward move, with price targets around $160. The symmetrical triangle, a key technical formation, typically signals a strong price movement after a prolonged period of consolidation. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Predicts Dogecoin Will Surge 1,000% Past ATH – Price Targets Revealed As Solana hovers near this critical level, the market eagerly awaits confirmation of a breakout. Investors expect a move above $150, confirming the uptrend and likely leading to higher price levels in the coming weeks. For now, all eyes remain on Solana’s ability to break through this resistance and potentially rally to new heights. SOL Technical Analysis: Price Levels To Watch Solana (SOL) is currently trading at $150 after testing the daily 200 moving average (MA) at $154 as resistance. This key technical level has kept the price in check, and SOL is now entering a consolidation phase. Investors are optimistic, and rising demand could soon trigger a breakout from this consolidation. To keep momentum, SOL must reclaim the 1D 200 MA and target new highs beyond $164. This price has worked as a crucial resistance; if broken, it would confirm the continuation of a daily uptrend. A successful breakout at this level could push SOL toward even higher prices, potentially setting the stage for a run to challenge its all-time highs. Related Reading: SUI Price Sits 40% Below All-Time High As TVL Approaches $1 Billion However, failure to break above the daily 200 MA could signal a shift in sentiment. In this case, SOL could retrace to key support levels, with potential targets around $140 or even lower. This would indicate a short-term correction before another attempt at reclaiming higher price levels. Investors are closely watching SOL’s next moves to determine the coin’s near-term direction. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
The latest weekly digital asset fund flows from CoinShares shed light on the ongoing dynamics among institutional investors when investing in altcoins such as XRP, Solana, and Cardano. Most of the inflow activity went into Bitcoin, but the report also highlights a diverse set of trends among altcoins to show preferences and strategies investors are […]
Following the success of multiple tokens launched on the blockchain in 2023, Solana meme coins have become a major staple of the crypto investing community. With the likes of Dogwifhat, BONK, and POPCAT recording major gains for investors, it has led to the hunt for other tokens that could replicate the same success. So, here […]
SOL price bounced off the $120 support multiple times since April, leading traders to believe that the current market recovery will lead to an explosive rally.
Solana needs to hold above the crucial $120 support to avoid a potential correction below $100, according to market analysts.
SOL price is down today as a pronounced decline in the memecoin frenzy leads to a drop in Solana network use.
SOL price has lost support and closed multiple daily candles below the 200-day EMA for the first time since September 2023.
Solana (SOL), currently positioned as the fifth largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, is mirroring Bitcoin’s (BTC) recent pattern of recovery, exhibiting a positive trajectory over the past couple of weeks. Friday’s recent price spike comes on the heels of positive macroeconomic developments from the US Federal Reserve (Fed), which have had a positive impact on the broader cryptocurrency market. 7% Weekly Uptick Amid Economic News In the last 24-hour window, SOL has surged by nearly 4%, showcasing a 7% uptick over the past week. This rebound comes after SOL plummeted to the $110 mark on August 5, marked by overall market turbulence triggered by adverse economic news impacting risk assets. Contrary to the negative economic backdrop previously witnessed, the recent scenario has taken a turn for the better following a noteworthy statement by Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Breaches $62,000: Market Reacts To Powell’s Speech In a speech delivered earlier today, Powell hinted at the likelihood of an interest rate cut by the central bank in September. While specifics regarding the magnitude of this move were not explicitly disclosed, Powell emphasized the Fed’s readiness to adjust policies to safeguard the job market from further deterioration and to ensure a smooth economic transition. “The time has come for policy to adjust,” remarked Powell during the Kansas City Fed’s annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He emphasized the clarity of the direction for policy adjustments, highlighting that the timing and scale of rate cuts would hinge on incoming data, evolving economic forecasts, and risk evaluations. Solana Price Projection The market response to Powell’s statements has been palpable, with Bitcoin surging to the $63,000 mark at the time of reporting. Additionally, Ethereum (ETH) has seen a 4.4% upsurge to reach the $2,730 level, a height not observed since the end of July. Related Reading: Cardano Investors React To 14% ADA Price Surge To $0.37 In addition, a recent observation from crypto analyst Ali Martinez suggests that Solana may be forming an Adam & Eve pattern, hinting at a potential surge towards $164 if SOL manages to breach this resistance level. In the event of a successful breakthrough, a substantial 33% increase towards $220 could be on the horizon. Should this projection materialize, SOL’s price would fall just shy of its previous all-time high of $259 recorded during the 2021 bull run, which peaked in November of that year. This expected spike would also put SOL well above its annual high of $210, which was reached five months ago. In the near term, however, the SOL price must first overcome the $151 resistance wall that has prevented the token from moving higher since August 11. Should the price break through this level, it would favorably position the token to potentially retest and consolidate above its next major resistance at the $161 zone. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Solana (SOL) is trading at $145.02, and investors are buzzing with speculation about its potential gains in 2025. Since hitting its low at $8 in June 2023, SOL has surged over 1,400% to its March high of around $209 this year, demonstrating incredible growth and resilience in a volatile market. Related Reading: Spot Solana ETFs […]
The crypto ecosystem has seen a surge in memecoins and their popularity over the past year. Still, the craze has ushered in a wave of scams and rug pulls targeting unsuspecting investors. The latest victim of this trend is the Solana-based GRIMACE coin, which was the subject of a rug pull. GRIMACE Surges 400% After McDonald’s Instagram Hack The incident began when hackers accessed the official McDonald’s Instagram account and used the platform to promote the GRIMACE token. The hackers spread misinformation, falsely claiming that McDonald’s had issued the GRIMACE memecoin on the Solana blockchain. Related Reading: Here’s What’s Going On With The Shiba Inu Price This had the desired effect, as investors rapidly piled into the GRIMACE token, driving its market capitalization from a modest $500,000 to a substantial $25 million in 30 minutes. At its peak, the token’s price skyrocketed by nearly 400%, reaching $0.02500 from an initial value of just $0.0005110. However, the euphoria was short-lived. After the token’s rise, the anonymous developers behind GRIMACE executed a classic rug pull, abruptly abandoning the project and absconding with over $700,000 in investor funds. The hackers even posted a message on the McDonald’s Instagram bio, brazenly stating, “Thank you for the $700,000 in Solana.” Solana Price Analysis On the other hand, the Solana price has been relatively stable since Monday, trading within a newly formed range between $138 and $142 after recovering from the drop at the beginning of the month toward the $109 level, which was the lowest point since March this year. Over the past 24 hours, SOL has recorded almost no changes compared to Tuesday’s price, experiencing a slight 0.9% drop despite Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) surging nearly 3% and 2%, respectively. This lack of price movement suggests little demand for the fifth-largest cryptocurrency in the market over the past week, further evidenced by a 14% drop in trading volume to $2.2 million in the last 48 hours, according to CoinGecko data. Related Reading: Tron Rises 24% Amid New Developments – Will The Uptrend Continue? The consolidation in Solana’s price is also concerning for bullish investors, as the token has failed to overcome its key technical indicators. Currently trading at $142, SOL has not breached its 50-day and 200-day exponential moving averages (EMAs), which are positioned at $143 and $151, respectively. Overcoming these levels would be crucial for sustained price recovery and provide important support floors in the event of potential corrections. However, it is worth noting that after the broader cryptocurrency market crash on August 5, SOL found significant support at the $129 level, representing a critical near-term defense for Solana’s price action. Featured image from DALL-E, chart is from TradingView.com
A critical warning has been issued for users of Solana-based decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms about a malicious Chrome extension known as “Bull Checker.” This alert was issued by Jupiter, a leading decentralized exchange aggregator on the Solana blockchain, following investigative collaboration with cybersecurity experts and community support. A Warning for All Solana Users Jupiter’s research […]
Solana remains one of the top-performing crypto assets over the past year. Even though there is a retracement from the 2024 highs, the coin is still multiples higher than the 2022 lows. Traders are upbeat about what lies ahead, with some convinced the coin will easily break $260 and register all-time highs in the coming months. Like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other top altcoins like Cardano, SOL faces determined sellers. From the daily chart, SOL is moving sideways in a possible accumulation, considering the current primary trend remains upward. However, on lower time frames, one trader thinks SOL might struggle in the coming few sessions. SOL Holders To Prepare For More Pain? Taking to X has picked out a head and short formation in the hourly chart. Technically, this candlestick pattern is associated with weakness. Of note is that this formation prints when the coin consolidates inside the bear range from July 28 through August 5. Related Reading: HODLing Resurgence? 374,000 Bitcoin Transfer Ignites Crypto Recovery From the daily chart, SOL faces strong resistance at an August 8 high of $162. On the lower end, support is at $142. The sideways movement and fluctuation inside this range have formed a bear flag–another selling signal, especially if sellers of late July and early August press on. In the hourly chart, the immediate resistance is around $150, marking the tip of the head. However, the top of the shoulder is at around $146. Meanwhile, the baseline of this pattern is at $142, coinciding with the critical support in the daily chart. Therefore, reading from the above candlestick formation means that traders should prepare for more pain unless Solana bulls push higher. A break below $142 in the daily chart sets the ball rolling for aggressive sellers targeting June and July lows of around $120. Solana Challenges: Centralization Claims, High Transaction Processing Failure Rate The upside momentum, looking at other developments besides candlestick formation, is fizzling out. Last week, a severe security flaw was discovered and quickly patched. Related Reading: Bitcoin Poised To Reach New All-Time Highs: Expert Dives Into Tether’s Role As The Key The critical vulnerability, analysts said, had the potential to cripple the whole network. What’s concerning is that even considering the severity of the flaw, the Solana Foundation and developers chose a “quiet” fix, calling into question Solana’s decentralization level. Additionally, Solana has been struggling with high transaction processing failures. According to trading data from Jupiter, a top DEX on Solana, only about 35% of all transactions posted go through. A big chunk, or 65% of all transactions, fail. The high failure rate significantly undermines some of the platform’s key selling points, mainly its low fees and high scalability. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Solana (SOL), one of the largest digital assets in the market by market capitalization, has been in a period of price consolidation, oscillating between the $140 and $150 price range. This period follows a significant drop that saw SOL plummet to $109 on August 5th, with a modest recovery since then. However, despite its resurgence, Solana has struggled to break above upper resistance levels, reflecting a pattern reminiscent of Bitcoin’s (BTC) price movements for the past week. Solana Price Forecast According to crypto analyst “XForce,” Solana is currently positioned in a way that is strikingly similar to Bitcoin’s price action, just on a different scale. Related Reading: Will The Bitcoin Price Return To $20,000? Crypto Analyst Provides Answers The analyst contends that Solana is likely in the midst of a “wave 4” consolidation phase and is poised to enter a “wave 5” that could potentially double its current all-time high of $259, reached during the November 2021 bull run. This would imply a price target of approximately $400-$500 for Solana at the top of this market cycle, which could represent a price increase of nearly 250% from current market levels. However, the analyst also warns that in the near term, Solana could experience a deeper correction, with targets potentially as low as a 22% drop to $110 or even a sharper decline to the $75 mark. This scenario is based on the analyst’s belief that Solana could enter in a “wave Y” correction. Bearish Pattern Emerge, Threatening $100 Support Adding to the technical analysis, Ali Martinez has recently spotted a potential head and shoulders pattern forming on Solana’s hourly chart. This pattern suggests that a breach below the $141 level could trigger a correction, sending Solana down to the $122 range. This level is of particular importance for Solana bulls, as a breach below $141 could potentially jeopardize the token’s year-to-date macro uptrend, which has been in place since February. If the $122 level is lost, the theory put forth by XForce, the first analyst, could come into play, with Solana potentially retesting the crucial $100 support floor. This would be a significant test for the token’s long-term prospects, as a breach of this level could have broader implications for Solana’s overall market sentiment and investor confidence. Related Reading: Ethereum Price To Hit New All-Time High If This Happens: Crypto Analyst Currently, SOL is trading at $144, down over 2% in the 24-hour time frame, mirroring the broader market’s price action. However, in the case of further catalysts for the token’s price action, there are also crucial levels to overcome if the bulls want to get past the $200 mark. On the SOL/USDT daily chart, the first hurdle that led to the current consolidation range for SOL was at $153, as the first barrier that prevented a test of the next obstacle at $163. Gaining these two levels in the short term will be key to anticipate a move towards $183 before a leg up to the $200 mark. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
The Solana meme coin ecosystem has been one of the major talking points in this bull run, as crypto investors continue to bet on tokens that launch from the meme coin generator Pump.fun. However, Solana traders might be having a rethink as data from the on-chain analytics platform Dune shows a dwindling interest in these […]
Ethereum and Solana registered net inflows last week despite a price correction among most cryptocurrencies. According to the most recent Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly Report published by CoinShares, the cumulative inflows into these investment products reached an impressive $176 million over the week. This positive trend was consistent across all regions, with each registering […]
In a major turnaround, Solana (SOL) has managed to bounce from a 6-month low of $109 to consolidate above the $150 mark in the past 24 hours, solidifying its status as one of the best performers in the market year-to-date. The recent market rally has breathed new life into Solana, but according to crypto analyst Miles Deutscher, this is just the beginning. In a detailed social media post, Deutscher revealed 10 reasons why he believes SOL is poised for a staggering 5x to 10x upside move, with the potential to reach the $1,000 price point. Reasons Why Deutscher Is Mega Bullish On Solana Deutscher’s first point centers on Solana’s consistent relative strength throughout the market cycle. The analyst contends that SOL has maintained its position and garnered significant mindshare, particularly within the meme coin sector. Deutscher also emphasizes the role of attention in driving price action, noting that Solana’s prominence was underscored during the recent Bitcoin conference, where it ranked second only to BTC regarding mindshare, creating a positive feedback loop, and fueling SOL’s ascent. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Soars Above $62,000 Again: Top 3 Reasons Deutscher also draws attention to Solana’s status as a “thriving crypto hub,” likening it to a premier casino where meme coins—akin to games—flourish, with the SOL token serving as the exchange medium. This dynamic ecosystem, he suggests, contributes to the overall value accrued within the Solana network. Another key factor in SOL’s favor, according to Deutscher, is its market cap differential from that of Ethereum (ETH). With Ethereum having a significantly higher market cap valuation, SOL benefits from “speculation opportunities,” especially as its metrics continue to outperform Ethereum’s. Deutscher points out that a potential repricing of ETH could further boost SOL’s market cap, potentially leading to a valuation of $1,320 or $660 per SOL. In addition, the analyst noted that SOL is currently on the verge of breaking through SOL/ETH resistance on the weekly chart, which he believes “After that, it’s clear skies ahead. Booming DeFi, Revenue, And Institutional Adoption Delving deeper into Solana’s ecosystem metrics, Deutscher highlights its leading position in decentralized finance (DeFi) user growth, surpassing established chains like Bitcoin and Tron. The network’s Total Value Locked (TVL) has surged to new highs, reaching $5.367 billion, while its decentralized exchange (DEX) volume has outpaced Ethereum on a rolling 30-day basis. Moreover, Solana’s revenue generation has surpassed that of major players in the crypto industry, like Ethereum, underscoring its prominence in the crypto sphere. Related Reading: Toncoin Rally Above 4-Hour 100-Day SMA Puts TON On The Path To $7.6 Deutscher also praised Solana’s latest upgrade, Firedancer, which aims to increase scalability, network efficiency, and institutional compatibility, as a major milestone for the blockchain and another reason to be bullish on the token’s prospects. The analyst also noted that asset management giant Hamilton Lane had launched a fund on the network, as NewsBTC reported in July, signaling growing institutional interest in the Solana ecosystem. Finally, the prospect of a spot Solana ETF, as proposed by VanEck, could potentially usher in a new wave of institutional capital, paving the way for further adoption and growth within the Solana ecosystem. At the time of writing, SOL was trading at $153, down 6% from Thursday’s weekly high of $163. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
A crypto analyst has reignited the debate between Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), evaluating which cryptocurrency was more superior. Considering recent market trends and performances of both altcoins, the analyst has finally identified a clear winner in the competition. Solana Wins Battle Against Ethereum In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, legendary crypto trader and analyst, Peter Brandt drew a comparison between Solana and Ethereum, spotlighting their fundamental characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. Based on his analysis, Brandt suggests that it was inevitable that one will be recognized as the clear winner or superior blockchain and cryptocurrency. Related Reading: Ethereum Vs. Solana: Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Reveals The ‘Clear Winner’ Sharing a price chart of Solana/Ethereum, the analyst offered a critical view of Ethereum, highlighting several vulnerabilities that are plaguing the blockchain. Despite being the second largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Brandt has described ETH as a difficult network to use, likely attributing this to its slow transaction speeds. He stated that Ethereum was expensive, cumbersome, and flawed. Moreover, the analyst has cast doubts on Ethereum’s claim to decentralization, suggesting that the blockchain was not as decentralized as it presents itself to be. On the other hand, Brandt praised Solana for its numerous strengths and noteworthy characteristics. The analyst points out that Solana’s ability to offer high speed transactions at a fraction of the cost of Ethereum was impressive. Brandt also disclosed that Solana’s network was easier to use, making it more accessible to developers and users. Additionally, the analyst highlights that Solana maintains a strong technical base, possibly referring to the blockchain’s unique Proof Of History (PoH) consensus mechanism. From the analyst’s perspective, Solana’s strong fundamentals and superior functionalities gives it a significant edge over Ethereum. He concluded his analysis with a bold prediction, stating that Solana could gain 100% in value relative to Ethereum in the months ahead. This underscores the analyst’s belief that Solana could potentially outperform Ethereum in the market. While Brandt’s comparison of Ethereum and Solana may suggest a bias against Ethereum, the analyst has clarified that he actually does not dislike ETH. ETH Forms Death Cross While SOL Surges To $160 A crypto analyst identified as ‘KickEx’ revealed in an X post that Ethereum and Bitcoin are forming a death cross on their respective price charts. The analyst notes that ETH’s recent market crash has led to the formation of a worrisome technical pattern. Related Reading: CryptoQuant CEO Says Bitcoin Price Could Reach New ATH If It Holds This Level KickEx has disclosed that if the death cross pattern plays out, Ethereum may experience a massive price decline in the liquidity range of around $2,000 per coin. At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading at $2,682, reflecting a 10.84% increase, according to CoinMarketCap. While Ethereum’s price faces a potentially bleak future outlook, Solana has been performing relatively well in the market. The cryptocurrency recently hit the $160 price level, marking a rise of over 10%. Although the cryptocurrency has since retreated to $157, Solana continues to show strong bullish signals amidst market downtrends. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
Solana, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the broader crypto market experienced a tumultuous start to the week, with one of the most severe price crashes since the collapse of FTX. While macroeconomic factors were primarily responsible for this downturn, substantial sell orders from Jump Crypto, a division of the prominent Chicago-based quantitative trading firm Jump Trading Group, also played a significant role. In the 10 days leading up to the crash, Jump Trading transferred $277 million worth of ETH to various exchanges, significantly intensifying selling pressure across the cryptocurrency market. Additionally, Jump Trading liquidated 11,500 ETH (valued at approximately $29 million) from its holdings in Lido Finance, further contributing to its extensive sell-off. This aggressive selling activity by Jump Trading has sparked widespread speculation regarding the firm’s potential full-scale withdrawal from the crypto sector. What Jump’s Rumored Exit Could Mean For Solana These movements have ignited speculation within the community regarding Jump’s potential withdrawal from the sector, a scenario that could have profound implications for specific projects, especially Solana. Jump Crypto has been deeply involved with Solana, not least through its development of the Firedancer validator client, which is set to become one of the most crucial components of the Solana network infrastructure in the near future. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Jumps 39% From Crash Low, But Is This Rally Sustainable? Jonah van Bourg, a crypto analyst and host of the 1000x podcast, has provided an exposition on what the rumored exit of Jump’s crypto activities could mean for Solana. Van Bourg explains, “Jump’s rumored exit will impact Solana and Firedancer. Here’s my take: Jump would not build Firedancer for free. Based on what I have heard, I think it’s reasonable to assume that Jump received millions of units of locked SOL as compensation for their multiyear effort building a complex validator client.” The implications of Jump’s potential exit are multifaceted. Van Bourg suggests that despite the rumors, Jump is unlikely to completely sever ties with Firedancer or Solana immediately due to the “megacontracts” involved that include extensive legal documentation. This suggests a structured, rather than abrupt, transition, which may stabilize immediate impacts but introduces long-term uncertainties. “In other words, Jump can’t (and shouldn’t) walk away. Thus, Jump will probably continue to develop & support Firedancer for some time,” Van Bourg adds. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Bounces 30% Amid Market Recovery, Analysts Remain Bullish Furthermore, the expert speculates on the financial motivations underlying Jump’s future involvement, “They will not be doing so out of an altruistic desire to design the decentralized utopia of the future, as Mustache Warrior would often claim (in an insult to everyone’s intelligence). Instead, this is unquestionably about vesting 8-10 figures worth of compensation.” Despite this, Van Bourg remains bullish on Solana in the near term, suggesting that fears of a massive sell-off by Jump are overblown. “I am not worried about Jump unloading their mammoth position anytime soon. I remain bullish SOL and have been accumulating on dips for some time,” he declares. Yet, he also pragmatically acknowledges the possibility of Jump reducing its position strategically post-Firedancer contract expiration, “once the Firedancer contract sunsets, it would be irrational to assume that an economic actor as savvy as Jump wouldn’t exit their length, especially at higher prices. This is precisely what they [probably] just did with their ETH and ETH ecosystem deals.” At press time, SOL traded at $154.17. Featured image from Chainalysis, chart from TradingView.com
The Solana price has been rocked by the latest bombshell revelations surrounding the collapse of crypto exchange FTX. According to a whistleblower claiming inside knowledge of FTX’s operations, the now-bankrupt company is secretly holding a massive stash of Solana tokens – up to 8% of the entire SOL supply. Triggering Fears Of Massive Sell-Off By the numbers, if these allegations are true, this would equate to approximately 46.5 million SOL tokens worth about $7 billion at the current market price, which is $155 at the time of this writing. Related Reading: Cardano Goes Toe-To-Toe With Ethereum As Whales Scoop Up 120 Million ADA “I’m not saying Solana will go to zero, but if this news is true and FTX starts to sell the tokens in the open market, then it could dump the price of Solana significantly,” warned a crypto user who spread the news on social media site X, known only as Wise Advice. In the wake of the news, Solana’s price plummeted below the critical $160 support level, dropping over 9% in the past two weeks and nearly 4% in the past 24 hours as rumors of FTX’s secret SOL holdings circulated. Solana Price Risks Freefall The revelations come on the heels of the FTX estate’s previous sell-off of discounted SOL tokens to repay creditors affected by the exchange’s collapse. Just two months ago, Bitcoinist reported that the estate offloaded a $2.6 billion trove of SOL at around $102 per token. Venture capital firms like Pantera Capital and Figure Markets scooped up large portions of this discounted SOL allocation. It is worth noting that these tokens remain subject to a multi-year vesting period, limiting their immediate impact on Solana’s market dynamics. On the other hand, the alleged hidden FTX stash, if true, could overshadow the impact of these sales and pose a formidable challenge to the Solana price in the near term. Related Reading: Bitcoin Down But Not Out: BTC To $700,000 Highly Probable Says Analyst With the potential for over $7 billion in Solana tokens to eventually hit the market, the cryptocurrency’s price may face intense selling pressure that could undermine its bullish prospects. Still, it is imperative to note that these are only rumors and have not been confirmed by the exchange’s bankruptcy state, and that no further information has been released on the matter, including whether the state overseeing the exchange’s repayment operations plans to sell these tokens to repay creditors, if true. Potential $140s Plunge In terms of immediate price action, crypto analyst Pratty Crypto has highlighted several technical factors that could signal further downside continuation for the cryptocurrency in the coming days. Pratty Crypto contends that Solana is facing a “lot of confluence” that points to a potential move towards the $140 zone. This includes Solana trading at a discount to the previous quarter’s mid-range, testing a key quarterly open level, and retracing 62% of its recent price run-up. In addition, Pratty Crypto warns that the deeper Solana’s price goes into the $130-$150 order block, the less likely it is to hold, potentially leading to more substantial losses. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
In a recent flare-up on X, notable voices from both the Ethereum and Solana communities clashed over various criticisms directed at the Solana blockchain. Flip Research, a X handle aligned with pro-Ethereum viewpoints, outlined several perceived flaws in SOL’s architecture and operation, raising questions about the blockchain’s reliability, usability, and future potential in institutional settings. […]
Solana (SOL) has been one of the best-performing assets since the last quarter of 2023 and so far this year. This positive run has sparked several conversations about the altcoin’s bullish potential and its likelihood of significantly surpassing its current all-time high in this cycle. However, it appears that several crypto enthusiasts are still not […]
Solana (SOL) is currently one of the high-flyers in the crypto market. The crypto token recently recorded one of the most gains following the market-wide rebound. Crypto analyst Rekt Capital, however, suggested that the crypto token is just getting started, revealing key levels to watch as Solana eyes higher prices. Key Levels To Watch For Solana’s Price In an X (formerly Twitter) post, Rekt Capital highlighted $180 and $202 as key price levels to watch for Solana’s price. The analyst claimed that a successful retest of the $180 price level as new support could continue an upward trend over time for Solana. SOL could rise above $200 in the short term as it moves further to the upside. However, the crypto token would need to break the resistance at $202 as it looks to break its all-time high (ATH) of $260. Related Reading: Will Bitcoin Reach A New All-Time High? Crypto Analyst Reveals Why $90,000 Is Possible Following the recent market-wide rebound, Solana had risen above $180, a three-month high for the crypto token. Although the crypto token has dropped below this price level again, another rise above $180 will help SOL establish that price range as new support and prime it for further moves to the upside. As highlighted by Rekt Capital, the $135 and $122 price levels have already been established as solid support for the crypto token. Rekt Capital’s analysis follows crypto analyst Ali Martinez’s recent prediction that Solana could skyrocket and rise to as high as $1,000. Martinez stated that early signs of a breakout from a bull pennant suggest a potential 900% rally ahead for Solana. Crypto analyst Javon Marks also offered a bullish prediction for Solana, stating that the crypto token will rise to $233 and then $450. He made this prediction based on SOL’s bullish structure, which he noted also recently confirmed a hidden bullish divergence. Marks explained that this divergence could send Solana’s price back above $204 and lead to a price rally of over 40% to $233.8 as prices “hold broken out of a much larger resisting structure.” The analyst also suggested that this bullish divergence will cause Solana’s price to rise to $450. Enough Reasons To Be Bullish On Solana There are enough reasons to be bullish on Solana, especially considering how the crypto token has earned the status of being among the ‘big 3’ alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum in this bull run. Solana’s dominance in this market cycle is one reason market participants anticipate that a Spot Solana ETF will likely be approved next. Solana’s price appears to be reacting to such expectations, with fund issuers VanEck and 21Shares filing to offer Spot Solana ETFs. If they eventually launch, these funds could contribute to more parabolic price gains for SOL, considering the Spot Bitcoin ETFs’ impact on BTC’s price. Related Reading: Dogecoin Falling Wedge Pattern: Crypto Analyst Predicts Breakout To $0.22 The steady rise in Solana’s total value locked (TVL) also paints a bullish picture for the crypto token. Data from DeFiLlama shows that Solana’s TVL has been rising significantly since the start of the year and has continued to hit new highs. The network’s TVL currently stands at $5.21 billion, the third highest among all chains. At the time of writing, Solana is trading at around $173, down over 1% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
A crypto analyst has predicted that Solana (SOL) is set to rally by 1,000% this bullish cycle. According to his analysis, SOL is preparing for a mega surge to new all time highs of $1,800. Solana Sets Sight On $1,800 Price Increase In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, Ali Martinez, a prominent cryptocurrency analyst, expressed bullish sentiment regarding Solana’s future price outlook. According to Martinez, Solana is poised for a significant price surge, potentially reaching an impressive $1,000, marking new all-time highs. Related Reading: Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Crashed Below $66,000, Taking Shiba Inu And Dogecoin With It The crypto analyst’s optimistic forecast for Solana is rooted in the cryptocurrency’s recent price movements. Sharing a price chart illustrating SOL’s price action from late 2023 to the end of 2024, Martinez predicted a maximum bullish surge to $1,800 for the altcoin. The analyst also based his bullish projections on early signs of an identified technical bull pennant pattern in Solana’s price chart. A bull pennant is a continuation pattern that often signals the extension of continuation of an upward trend after a period of consolidation. For Solana, this unique pattern suggests that SOL may be gearing up for a substantial bullish breakout this year. In accordance with his analysis, Martinez foresees Solana experiencing a whopping 900% rally by the end of 2024. This price surge would signal a major milestone for the cryptocurrency, considering Solana has only been able to rise as high as $259.96 in 2021. While Martinez has maintained a bullish stance on Solana’s price outlook, the analyst also cautioned that his projected surge will not happen instantly. He disclosed that the flagpole for the bull pennant pattern took about 184 days to form, during which Solana climbed from an initial price of $11 to $192. Given this gradual price progression, Martinez revealed that there will be multiple corrections or temporary price dips for SOL along its path to its $1,000 price target. One of the said corrections is expected at the breakout point of $167, suggesting that Solana may drop to this level before it can reach new highs. After this slight correction, SOL is expected to continue on a bullish upward trajectory, potentially reaching $1,000 in due time. SOL Price Analysis Solana has been on a bullish trend over the past month, steadily approaching the $200 price mark. The cryptocurrency has witnessed substantial gains, recording an increase of approximately 14.71% in the last seven days, according to CoinMarketCap. Related Reading: Will Bitcoin Reach A New All-Time High? Crypto Analyst Reveals Why $90,000 Is Possible At the time of writing, SOL price is trading at $177.56, underscoring the cryptocurrency’s strong fundamentals amidst market volatility. In a more recent X post, Martinez disclosed that Solana’s TD sequential is now presenting a buy signal on the hourly chart. According to the indicator, this suggests that it might be a good time to purchase Solana, as the price is expected to increase soon. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Solana price has been on an incredible run in recent weeks, returning above $170 to close what has been a positive seven-day period for the market. Interestingly, the altcoin appears to be on the verge of an even bigger move, according to a popular crypto analyst on the X platform. SOL Price Could Rally […]
At spot rates, Bitcoin and top altcoins like Ethereum and Solana continue to edge higher. Despite the retracement earlier today, BTC is firm and trending above the $60,000 psychological round number. At the same time, ETH and SOL prices are firm above $3,300 and $155. Bitcoin, Crypto Prices Rising Though Liquidity Is Low One analyst has picked out an anomaly as crypto and altcoin prices push higher, recovering after the June and early July drawdown. Taking to X, one observer noted that the rally is organic. Related Reading: Why Is The Ethereum Price Up Today? Of note, there are no usual catalysts, including an uptick in liquidity marked by steep inflows, as expected when the market spikes. As seen in the past, and especially when prices rose in 2021 due to central banks across the world easing or after the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States, there are no signs that prices are edging higher due to more capital pouring in. At the same time, it happens when the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) has not slashed rates, like in 2020 through 2021, triggering a lift-off now that inflation was expected to rise, and it did. What’s happening is that Bitcoin and crypto prices are edging higher without major catalysts. A major reprieve came when the German government finally sold all its coins by July 12. This coincided with Bitcoin and crypto prices bouncing from July lows. The bounce saw BTC clear immediate liquidation levels, now support, to float above $62,000. Will The Next BTC Bull Run Be “Crazier” And “Longer”? For this reason, the analyst thinks the upcoming bull run will be not only “crazier” but also more extended. At press time, Bitcoin remains firm, expanding above $60,000, and traders expect more gains in the days ahead. Technically, buyers have the upper hand now that prices are trending above the middle BB for the first time in over four weeks. Buyers are unyielding, soaking in the selling pressure of July 4 and 5. Still, optimism is high that Bitcoin has more room to bounce. A key resistance line to watch in the days ahead is $66,000. If this level is broken, the odds of BTC floating above $72,000, a zone that wasn’t broken in June, remain high. Drivers of this leg up would include hopes of the United States Fed slashing rates by the end of the year. More traders are betting on multiple rate cuts by the end of the year. Related Reading: Solana’s Popcat Nears $1 Billion Market Cap After Hitting ATH Goldman Sachs’ analysts are already convinced that all macroeconomic conditions are ripe for rate cuts. From recent releases, inflation is cooling off while the United States labor market is strong. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
Solana (SOL), the fifth largest cryptocurrency in the industry, saw a notable resurgence over the weekend, in line with the broader market rally and Bitcoin’s (BTC) rebound towards the $63,000 mark for the first time in over a week. SOL’s price has successfully recovered from the losses of the past few months, surpassing the $150 level and overcoming key resistance walls, coupled with an optimistic statement from Daniel Cheung, co-founder of the hedge fund Syncracy Capital, who believes that SOL is exhibiting similar fractal patterns reminiscent of the third quarter of 2021, potentially leading to explosive gains. More Gains Ahead For SOL In a social media post on Sunday, Cheung expressed his bullish perspective on SOL’s price action as the token closed the past week on a bullish note, also drawing comparisons to the third quarter of 2021, from which SOL’s price began its rise from a low of $27 at the end of July that year, eventually reaching its current all-time high of $259 in November 2021. Cheung also drew parallels to the fourth quarter of 2020, highlighting that in both cases, the most significant returns are just around the corner, suggesting that further price gains are on the cards in the last half of the year, as was the case in 2021. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Surges Past $63,000: The Key Reasons Cheung further emphasized that Solana is expected to remain a hub for on-chain activity throughout the rest of this market cycle due to its accessibility to retail investors, making it an appealing asset. The potential introduction of a Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF), which is anticipated to have a substantial impact on SOL’s price, coupled with the increasing probability of Trump’s re-election, serves as additional fuel for the Solana ecosystem, Syncracy Capital’s co-founder stated. Solana Market Cap Projection In an interesting observation, Daniel Cheung also stated that he believes the Solana ecosystem can ” likely” reach 50% of Ethereum’s market capitalization this cycle as optimism around the blockchain grows. Currently, Solana boasts a market cap of $71 billion, significantly lower than Ethereum’s $403 billion. Still, according to Cheung’s analysis, if SOL were to reach 50% of Ethereum’s market cap, its market capitalization would reach a staggering $280 billion, triggering an exponential rise in SOL’s price and pushing it to new all-time highs. Related Reading: XRP Price Confirms Bullish Reversal: Crypto Analyst Forecasts ‘God Candles’ Ahead It remains to be seen whether this latter scenario will play out, with expectations of a more favorable regulatory framework in the US, with the potential for new legislation for the industry with a Trump victory in the November election and the potential approval of the anticipated Solana ETF market. Nonetheless, Solana is trading at $152 at the time of writing, up over 6% in the 24-hour time frame and a significant 438% year-to-date. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
After falling below the $121 price mark last week, the Solana has shown a strong rebound. The SOL price is up 19% from the local low. But the current setup of the Solana price suggests the potential for an even stronger upward breakout, similar to that of summer 2021, according to popular crypto analyst Daan de Rover, better known as Crypto Rover. From the end of July 2021 to the beginning of November 2021, SOL rallied by more than 1,100%. The chart shared by Rover displays Solana’s price action on a weekly timeframe, showcasing the formation of a descending triangle pattern similar to 2021. A descending triangle in this setting can be considered a continuation pattern, often leading to a breakout to the upside, especially following a prior uptrend. Currently, SOL is trading around $141. The base of the triangle, acting as a support zone, is between approximately $120 and $130. Meanwhile, the descending upper trendline currently caps the price. Related Reading: Bonk Inu (BONK) Skyrockets 10%, Dethroning WIF As Solana’s Largest Meme Coin If the Solana price breaks above this descending trendline, Rover predicts that Solana could repeat history and explode beyond $800. “SOL will go parabolic soon,” Rover asserted via X. However, investors need to monitor the $120 support level closely. A sustained move below this could invalidate the bullish scenario, whereas a strong upward push through the triangle’s upper boundary could set the stage for the anticipated rally. Potential Catalyst: Solana 2.0 Makes Major Progress A potential catalyst for the breakout comes from the Jump Crypto team. The Solana network is about to get a major infrastructure update with the new Firedancer client which is currently being developed. @CantelopePeel, an engineer at Jump Crypto, shared via X today, “Full Firedancer client built its first accepted block on Solana testnet.” Full Firedancer client built its first accepted block on Solana testnet. pic.twitter.com/T7FgkbHT8N — CANTELOPEPEEL (@CantelopePeel) July 10, 2024 He added, “Of course what you are not seeing here is that Firedancer built another 3 blocks after this, got skipped, then detected that it had mismatched against the rest of the cluster, and then summarily shutdown (gracefully, of course).” Related Reading: Solana Mirroring 2021 Bullish Pattern, Crypto Analyst Reveals The transparency in detailing both successes and hurdles reflects the ongoing complexity to scale the technology. “Fixing that is a tomorrow problem! Still a ton more to do, but hey at least you can see it on the blockchain now!” he added. This introduction of the Firedancer client to the Solana ecosystem is probably the biggest technical update thus far. Helius Labs CEO Mert Mumtaz expressed his enthusiasm for the progress via X, noting, “Firedancer has been achieved internally. No one is ready for this. Accelerate.” His remarks underscore the disruptive potential of the new client. He further elaborated on the significance of this development: “Firedancer is the 2nd Solana client (the software that nodes run) — and arguably one of the most performant pieces of open source software ever created. Solana 2.0 if you will.” On Monday, Jump Crypto announced a new bug bounty initiative targeting Firedancer v0.1, nicknamed Frankendancer. As reported by Bitcoinist, this security initiative invites developers and ethical hackers to probe the client for vulnerabilities. The initiative comes with a substantial $1 million prize pool, facilitated through the cybersecurity platform Immunefi. At press time, SOL traded at $142.82. Featured image from Shutterstock, chart from TradingView.com
The Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe), known for trading Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) approved earlier this year, has thrown its support behind the spot Solana ETF applications filed by asset managers VanEck and 21Shares. On Monday, the Cboe submitted a request to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seeking to list ETFs tied to […]
Solana is in red for now, but the coin is one of the top performers. In the last year of trading, SOL, the native currency of the Solana ecosystem, rose by over 15X, quickly moving up the crypto ranking to fifth, flipping XRP, Cardano, and even top meme coins like Dogecoin. GSOL Trading At A […]
Leading asset manager and Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) issuer VanEck has officially filed a Spot Solana ETF with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), fueling bold growth predictions for the Solana ecosystem. Market-making firm GSR Markets recently released a report shedding light on the potential impact of a Solana ETF and highlighting the platform’s emergence as part of the “Big Three” in the crypto space. Speculation Of A Solana ETF Approval GSR’s report highlights Solana’s rapid rise within the cryptocurrency industry, positioning it as a major player alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum. With the Bitcoin ETF market already approved and Ethereum about to launch a spot ETF in the US, GSR predicts that it’s only a matter of time before Solana follows suit, potentially making the biggest impact. Related Reading: Bitcoin Miner Selling Cools Off – Is This The Breakout Moment? GSR’s analysis highlights three key technological advancements that set Solana apart from its competitors. Firstly, Solana’s proof-of-history enables validators to produce blocks efficiently, resulting in remarkable speed and scalability advantages. Second, Solana’s parallel transaction processing enables increased throughput and takes advantage of improvements in computing speed. Finally, the company said Solana’s architecture positions it to solve the “blockchain trilemma” by achieving global state synchronization at “unprecedented speeds” as hardware and bandwidth costs decline. In addition, GSR’s report addresses the likelihood of Solana securing a spot digital asset ETF. While the current regulatory framework requires a federally regulated futures market and a futures-based ETF before a spot product can be considered, GSR believes that the potential for change shouldn’t be underestimated. The company also claims bipartisan support for the crypto industry, and shifting attitudes among lawmakers indicate a more favorable environment for digital assets. A Trump administration and a liberal SEC commissioner could further pave the way for the launch of spot digital asset ETFs, creating opportunities for Solana and other cryptocurrencies, the report said. Projected Impact On SOL’s Price GSR emphasizes the importance of decentralization and potential demand in determining the next spot digital asset ETF. Factors such as permissionless participation, developmental control, token allocation, and stake characteristics contribute to a blockchain’s level of decentralization. Meanwhile, as indicated by metrics like market cap, potential demand serves as a crucial factor for issuers when assessing future inflows. GSR combines decentralization and demand scores to create an ETF Possibility score, which highlights Ethereum and Solana as leading contenders for the next spot in digital asset ETF. Related Reading: Dogecoin To The Moon? Crypto Analyst Predicts 440% Price Increase Drawing parallels to the effect of spot Bitcoin ETFs on Bitcoin’s price, GSR estimates the potential impact of a Solana ETF on SOL. Adjusting for Solana’s smaller market cap relative to Bitcoin, GSR predicts a 1.4x to 8.9x increase in SOL’s price under different scenarios. However, the report acknowledges that the impact could be even higher, considering SOL’s active usage in staking and decentralized applications. In the event of a spot ETF approval, GSR suggests that the potential upside for SOL presents a significant opportunity in the market. As investor excitement over the development became apparent, SOL’s price reached a weekly high of $151 on Thursday, but in the past few hours, SOL has dropped nearly 4% to a current trading price of $143. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com