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 started a decent upward move from the $110 zone. SOL price is rising and might increase further above the $155 resistance zone. SOL price started a recovery wave above the $135 and $140 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $145 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $136 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it clears the $155 resistance zone. Solana Price Recovers 15% Solana price declined heavily below the $165 and $150 levels like Bitcoin and Ethereum. It even traded below the $120 support before the bulls appeared. A low was formed at $109 and SOL recently started a recovery wave. There was a move above the $120 and $135 resistance levels. The price climbed above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $184 swing high to the $109 low. Besides, there was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $136 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now trading above $145 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $155 level. It is close to the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $184 swing high to the $109 low. The next major resistance is near the $166 level. A successful close above the $166 resistance could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is near $184. Any more gains might send the price toward the $195 level. Another Decline in SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $155 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $140 level. The first major support is near the $135 level. A break below the $135 level might send the price toward $122. If there is a close below the $122 support, the price could decline toward the $110 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $140 and $135. Major Resistance Levels – $155 and $166.
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
Despite growing rumors that the world’s largest asset manager may file a spot Solana ETF (exchange-traded fund) with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), BlackRock executive Samara Cohen has dismissed the possibility, at least in the near future. BlackRock Pours Cold Water On Solana ETF Hopes In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Samara Cohen, […]
Solana extended gains above $180. SOL price is now struggling to reach the $200 level and showing some signs of a downside correction. SOL price started a downside correction from the $192 zone against the US Dollar. The price is now trading below $185 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $187 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase unless it settles below the $175 support. Solana Price Fails To Test $200 Solana price remained in a positive zone and extended gains, beating Bitcoin and Ethereum. It traded above the $180 and $185 resistance levels. Finally, it tested the $192 zone and struggled to reach $200. A high was formed near $193.86 and the price started a downside correction. There was a move below the $190 and $188 support levels. The price dipped below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $165 swing low to the $193 high. Besides, there was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $187 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now trading below $185 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. The bulls are now active near the $180 support and the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $165 swing low to the $193 high. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $185 level. The next major resistance is near the $188 level. A successful close above the $188 resistance could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is near $192. Any more gains might send the price toward the $200 level. More Losses in SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $185 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $180 level. The first major support is near the $175 level. A break below the $175 level might send the price toward $165. If there is a close below the $165 support, the price could decline toward the $155 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $180 and $175. Major Resistance Levels – $185 and $188.
After a drab week characterized by Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana prices either dumping or moving sideways, prices bounced off strongly by the end of last week. Of note, losses in Ethereum were arrested as prices recovered, rising from around $3,000. At the same time, Bitcoin and Solana pushed higher, closing in on $70,000 and $200, respectively. Interest In Bitcoin, Ethereum, And Solana Spikes According to Santiment data, despite weakness across the scene, there were hints of strength at the tail end of last week. Of note was renewed interest, where Solana, Bitcoin, and Ethereum saw a marked spike in trading volume. Related Reading: Fantom (FTM) Regains Momentum After Weeks Long Bleed – Will This Continue? When trading volume surges, it often suggests that market participants are curious and willing to engage, especially if prices are rising. Since these top coins were firm, rejecting losses, especially from Friday, July 26, buyers were in the equation, looking to capitalize. As Santiment analysts noted, how Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana perform tends to impact the general market. If Ethereum rallies, for example, it would benefit the broader layer-2 and 3 ecosystems. This will push meme coins and even decentralized finance (DeFi) activity even higher. There were multiple factors behind this interest. In Bitcoin’s case, shifting regulatory perspective on the world’s most valuable coin and increasing endorsement from politicians, especially in the United States, could explain why more are willing to learn about the coin. The Impact Of Trump, Spot Ethereum ETFs, And SOL Flipping BNB Over the weekend, Donald Trump, the former president and the presidential candidate in the upcoming November election, delivered a keynote address at the recently concluded Bitcoin conference in Nashville. Trump expressed his support for Bitcoin, saying he would make America the home of crypto. Meanwhile, eyes were on Ethereum following the approval of spot ETFs by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Though the derivative product began trading at leading bourses, including the NYSE and Cboe, inflows remain low. If anything, Farside data showed that by Friday, spot Ethereum ETFs had posted outflows for three consecutive days. Outflows from Grayscale’s ETHE chiefly drove this. Even amid this unexpected development, BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF product saw over $87 million inflows on July 26. Related Reading: Donald Trump Reveals Plans For US Government’s 213,239 Bitcoin If Elected Traders also tracked Solana after the coin flipped BNB as the third most valuable cryptocurrency, excluding stablecoins. According to July 29, SOL commanded a market cap of $88.5 billion, while BNB stood at $86.5 billion, according to CoinMarketCap data. Over the past few weeks, SOL has been edging higher. To put in the numbers, SOL is up 56% from July lows. It will likely register fresh Q3 2024 highs if buyers breach $200. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
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 started a fresh increase from the $165 zone. SOL price is showing signs of strength and might climb further above the $182.50 resistance. SOL price started a decent upward move from the $165 support against the US Dollar. The price is now trading near $175 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at $170 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could aim for more upsides if it clears the $182.50 resistance level. Solana Price Remains In Positive Zone Above $165 Solana price started a downside correction from $152.50 like Bitcoin and Ethereum. It traded below the $175 and $172 support levels. There was a drop below the $170 level. Finally, it tested the $165 support. A low is formed at $165.12 and the price is again rising. There was a break above the $170 and $172 resistance levels. The price surpassed the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $182.51 swing high to the $165.12 low. Besides, there was a break above a connecting bearish trend line with resistance at $170 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now trading near the $175 level. It seems to be struggling near the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $182.51 swing high to the $165.12 low. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $175 level. The next major resistance is near the $182.50 level. A successful close above the $182.50 resistance could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is near $192. Any more gains might send the price toward the $200 level. Are Dips Limited in SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $182.50 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $172 level. The first major support is near the $170 level. A break below the $170 level might send the price toward $165. If there is a close below the $165 support, the price could decline toward the $155 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $172 and $170. Major Resistance Levels – $175 and $182.50.
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
In a move highlighting the growing intersection of traditional finance (TradFi) and blockchain technology, Hamilton Lane, one of the world’s largest asset managers, has announced the launch of a private credit fund on the Solana (SOL) blockchain. The fund, named Senior Credit Opportunities Fund (SCOPE), will now be accessible to investors through the Solana network, according to a recent report by Fortune. Institutional Fund Directly On The Solana Blockchain Hamilton Lane, which has over $290 billion in assets under management, has partnered with Libre, a Web3 protocol developed by Brevan Howard’s WebN Group and Nomura’s crypto firm Laser Digital to facilitate this initiative. Related Reading: Ethereum ETFs Witness Stellar Start As Trading Soars; Analyst Sees ETH’s Price Reaching $8,000 In Q4 According to Fortune, Libre will serve as the “backbone infrastructure,” enabling the issuance and distribution of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) on-chain. With this, Hamilton Lane aims to expand its distribution channels and reach a broader range of investors, including the “mass affluent” and crypto-native traders. Dr. Avtar Sehra, CEO and founder of Libre, emphasized that Solana’s “low latency and high throughput capabilities” make it an ideal network for tokenization. Interestingly, this move marks a significant milestone for the Solana ecosystem, as it is the first institutional fund to be launched directly on the blockchain, with the potential for more to follow as RWAs have been an increasing investment vehicle for institutional investors to capitalize on crypto technology over the past year. Financial Inclusion Through Tokenization? Hamilton Lane’s foray into blockchain technology is not entirely new, as the firm previously tokenized SCOPE and an equity fund using the digital securities issuance platform Securitize. Victor Jung, Head of Digital Assets at Hamilton Lane, expressed satisfaction with the inflows generated by these efforts. However, he heralded the launch of Solana as a critical step forward for the company, enabling the tokenization of collateralized lending. Jung said: This is for the decentralized finance natives. We believe that this is just a start of a portion of the financial asset class that will be available to a new audience with a different risk return profile. Related Reading: Dogecoin Falling Wedge Pattern: Crypto Analyst Predicts Breakout To $0.22 Similarly, proponents of these initiatives argue that the tokenization of financial assets will modernize and democratize conventional financial markets. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, for instance, has expressed his belief that the next step in the industry will involve tokenizing every stock and bond, envisioning a future where all financial assets reside on a unified ledger. While tokenized private credit has gained traction, Fortune reports that some challenges remain. Startups like Maple and Centrifuge have faced difficulties selling to crypto investors due to factors such as long lock-up periods and the varying risk appetite of this particular audience. Additionally, some crypto investors prefer higher returns offered by meme coins, which can overshadow the more modest returns from traditional assets over a longer time horizon. At the time of writing, SOL was trading at $173, down nearly 5% in the 24-hour time frame, led by Tuesday’s broader market decline. Featured image from 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 […]
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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
Solana (SOL) price is currently on a bullish move, climbing over 5% in the last 24 hours with strong bullish momentum toward the $160 resistance mark. Analyzing Solana’s growing momentum reveals that it could be fueled by recent active buyers’ activity in the market and optimism that the digital asset could be poised for further gain. As Solana draws closer to the $160 mark, we will delve into an in-depth examination of SOL’s upswing based on current price actions, and key indicators supporting this upward trend, exploring what this means for SOL’s future price prospects. SOL’s price is currently trading at around $153 and has increased by 5.66% with a market capitalization of over $71 billion and a trading volume of over $2 billion as of the time of writing. In the last 24 hours, SOL’s market cap and trading volume have experienced an increase of 5.68% and 28.45% respectively. Analyzing Technical Indicators Supporting SOL’s Bullish Trend Currently, the price of Solana on the 4-hour chart with bullish momentum has risen above the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) and the 4-hour bearish trendline. The digital asset has been able to maintain its bullish sentiment since these breaks and could continue its upward move toward the $160 resistance level. Also, the formation of the 4-hour Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggests that SOL’s price may continue its bullish move toward the $160 resistance level as the signal line of the RSI indicator has been maintaining its bullish sentiment above 50% and is currently trending the overbought zone. On the 1-day, the price of SOL has broken above the bearish trendline, and it can be observed that the crypto asset is currently attempting a bullish move above the 100-day SMA towards the $160 resistance level. Since the break above the bearish trendline, Solana has been showing bullish resilience, keeping a steady pace toward the $160 mark. Finally, on the 1-day chart, a careful examination of the formation of the 1-day RSI reveals that SOL could sustain its bullish trend above the 1-day SMA and the bearish trendline toward the $160 resistance mark as the signal line of the indicator has risen above 50% and is currently attempting a move towards the oversold zone. Resistance And Support Levels For Solana To Watch If SOL can maintain its current bullish momentum to hit the $160 resistance level and close above, it may continue to move upward to challenge the $188 resistance level. When this level is breached, the digital asset may experience further price gain toward the $205 resistance level and possibly other levels above. Conversely, should SOL pull back at $160, it will start to decline once more toward the $118 support level. Following a break below this level, the crypto asset may see further price decline to challenge the $99 support level and perhaps other levels below. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
Solana started a steady increase above the $135 zone. SOL price broke the $150 resistance and is now consolidating gains. SOL price started a decent upward move above the $135 resistance against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $145 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at $147 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could correct lower, but the bulls might remain active near $147 or $143. Solana Price Jumps Over 5% Solana price managed to start a fresh increase above the $125 pivot level. SOL gained pace for a move above the $132 and $135 resistance levels, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price even cleared the $145 resistance and surpassed the $150 hurdle. A high was formed at $152.05 and the price is now consolidating gains. It is trading well above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $134 swing low to the $152 high. Solana is now trading above the $145 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at $147 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $152 level. The next major resistance is near the $155 level. A successful close above the $155 resistance could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is near $165. Any more gains might send the price toward the $172 level. Are Dips Limited in SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $152 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $150 level. The first major support is near the $147 level and the trend line. A break below the $147 level might send the price toward $143 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $134 swing low to the $152 high. If there is a close below the $143 support, the price could decline toward the $138 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $147 and $143. Major Resistance Levels – $152 and $155.
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 started a recovery wave from the $128 zone. SOL price is up over 6% and the bulls seem to be aiming to reclaim the $150 level. SOL price started a decent upward move above the $132 resistance against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $135 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $136 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to rise toward $150 or even $155 in the near term. Solana Price Trims Some Losses Solana price managed to stay above the $120 pivot level. SOL formed a base above the $128 level and recently started a decent recovery wave, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum in the past two sessions. There was a move above the $132 and $135 resistance levels. The price cleared the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $144.15 swing high to the $127.88 low. There was also a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $136 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now trading above the $135 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. It is now attempting a close above the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $144.15 swing high to the $127.88 low. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $144 level. The next major resistance is near the $150 level. A successful close above the $150 resistance could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is near $155. Any more gains might send the price toward the $162 level. Another Decline in SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $144 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $136 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. The first major support is near the $128 level, below which the price could test $120. If there is a close below the $120 support, the price could decline toward the $112 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $136 and $128. Major Resistance Levels – $144 and $150.
Solana (SOL) recently experienced a price pullback after failing to break below the crucial $118 support level. This rebound indicates strong buying interest at this support level, preventing further declines and stabilizing the price. The $118 mark has proven to be a resilient support, with market participants closely watching Solana’s price action for signs of […]
In the first quarter of the year, Solana-based meme coins have emerged as the frontrunners, surpassing Ethereum’s meme coin ecosystem and artificial intelligence (AI) tokens, according to a recent report by market data platform CoinMarketCap. This shift in popularity signifies a change in dynamics within the cryptocurrency market, with meme coins gaining traction and challenging previously dominant narratives such as smart contracts, decentralized finance (DeFi), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Solana Ecosystem Dominates Growth Chart The CoinMarketCap report highlights that the Solana ecosystem has consistently topped the growth chart for the past eight months, with over 20 new tokens introduced in Q2 alone. Ethereum’s ecosystem followed closely behind with 14 new tokens, while Derivatives and Stablecoins witnessed relatively lesser growth with 5 and 4 new tokens, respectively. This surge in Solana-based token offerings indicates a growing interest in the network and its potential. Related Reading: Toncoin Price Inches Closer To All-Time High – Will TON Hit $8 This Week? Solana’s meme coin ecosystem, in particular, has gained significant momentum in price performance and popularity since October 2023. Although Ethereum remains the dominant blockchain, Solana’s growing prominence suggests a noteworthy trend in the crypto space. Interestingly, SOL memes have significantly outperformed ETH memes, delivering an average return of 8,469% compared to 962% for Ethereum, as seen in the chart below. As “speculative capital” from other chains rushed into Solana, attracted by the explosive rallies of tokens like dogwifhat (WIF) and Bonk Inu (BONK), more meme coins experienced price surges, attracting additional attention and capital. The top winners in the meme coin space include the cat characters MEW, POPCAT, and Book of Meme (MEME). These tokens have outperformed even the most popular ones like WIF, BONK, Ethereum’s Pepe coin (PEPE), and Shiba Inu (SHIB). Notably, political memes also emerged as a popular subcategory, with the leading MAGA (TRUMP) meme coin gaining over 5100% year-to-date, largely due to vocal support for crypto from former President Donald Trump and the acceptance of crypto for campaign donations. Ethereum Tops Fee Income Rankings Despite Solana’s significant gains, Ethereum continues to dominate the Layer 1 (L1) smart contracts market, representing 62.11% of the major L1s. The report notes that Ethereum’s recent milestone was propelled by the SEC’s approval of Ethereum Spot ETFs. However, Binance Smart Chain (BNB) and Solana have also gained traction, adding $42 billion and $18 billion to their market share among L1 networks. Solana currently leads with over 1.6 million active daily addresses, followed by BNB with 1 million active addresses. Related Reading: Avalanche On The Verge: Will AVAX Break Out And Reach $65? In Q2, Ethereum experienced record low gas fees, reaching levels not seen since 2020 due to the growing adoption of Layer 2 solutions and the market excitement surrounding Solana-based meme coins. Despite representing 62% of the market cap among major L1s, Ethereum accounted for 70% of the daily revenue, generating approximately $2.7 million. Solana ranked second with around $900,000 in daily revenue. According to Lookonchain, Ethereum topped the fee income rankings in the past year with $2.728 billion, followed by Bitcoin with $1.302 billion. Other notable networks include Tron ($459.39 million), Solana ($241.29 million), Binance Smart Chain ($176.56 million), Avalanche ($68.83 million), zkSync Era ($59.77 million), Optimism ($40.4 million), and Polygon ($23.91 million). Despite both platforms experiencing success in various financial metrics and growth charts, Solana’s native token, SOL, has significantly outperformed Ethereum’s ETH token. As of the current trading price, SOL is valued at $143.25, showcasing a year-to-date growth of 650%. ETH has seen a more modest surge of 68% during the same time frame, currently trading at $3,310. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
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 […]
Over the weekend, a crypto trader turned 70 SOL into $3 million with a Solana-based token. However, the investor’s success story was overshadowed by the controversial launch of the memecoin that made it possible. Related Reading: Avalanche (AVAX) Price Rallies: Can It Break Through the $30 Barrier? Trader Makes $3 Million In Minutes A crypto trader made millions in 30 minutes after investing $9,923 in Solana-based memecoin BAKED. Lookonchain reported that a sniper spent 70 SOL to buy 81.78 million BAKED. 30 minutes later, the trader sold his holdings for 21,581 SOL, worth around $3.06 million, in 76 transactions. The feat was achieved by a seemingly “lucky” trader who previously invested and lost money in other Solana memecoins. The on-chain analysis platform concluded that the investor was likely not an insider as it had bought the tokens from Raydium’s pool instead of the Degen Fund. However, Lookonchain revealed that BAKED’s team and insiders hold over 70% of the supply. Per the report, the dev wallet spent 11.82 SOL to buy 300.72 million BAKED from the Degen Fund, where the token was launched. The wallet bought the Solana memecoin “while minting tokens and 206.9M $BAKED was added to liquidity.” 19 wallets snatched up the remaining 492.37 million tokens in one second. These wallets were created simultaneously with the dev wallet and were funded by Bitget. 15 out of 19 wallets withdrew SOL from Bitget three days ago and are suspected to be linked to BAKED’s team and insiders. As a result, 78% of the supply, worth around $15.6 million, was held by insider and dev-related wallets. The wallets spent 82.4 SOL, around $11,700, to buy 779.85 million BAKED before selling. At the time of Lookonchain’s report, the insiders had sold a small portion of their tokens and still held 76.36% of the supply. BAKED has plummeted by 58% in the last 24 hours, currently trading for $0.01260. Is The New Solana Token Launch Baked Or Burned? Crypto investors refuted the claims that the “lucky” sniper was not an insider and expressed discontent with the Solana memecoin launch. Additionally, users have called the BAKED token a scam due to an alleged lack of transparency. GUMMY investors were supposed to earn a 15% reward on BAKED tokens for staking their tokens on July 1. However, users reported they did not receive any reward after unstaking their holdings. According to Web3 Forensics, users successfully unstaked their GUMMY tokens but no investor had been able to get BAKED rewards by Monday morning. One investor considers the project’s team “held our $GUMMY hostage so we couldn’t profit off of the $BAKED launch.” Moreover, many users highlighted that GUMMY’s value has significantly decreased since they staked their holdings. Per the reports, every $1,000 staked in the token is now worth around $140. Many believe that the team behind the Solana-based tokens, including Crypto Banter’s founder Ran Neuner, used “every single investor or Community Member who trusted you.” On the official telegram group chat for the token, the team asked investors to “calm down” and “relax.” The team assured the project was not a scam and explained that none of them “got an early entry.” Moreover, the message stated that a higher price for the token meant a “better valuation for your gummy airdrop” and that the airdrop details would be announced soon. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Blasts Past $63,000: Top 3 Reasons Ultimately, the launch didn’t receive a positive response. Several users stated they would “get away” from the GUMMY, BAKED, and Crypto Banter community as quickly as possible. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com
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
The Solana Foundation recently launched two new tools to facilitate the integration of Web3 capabilities into mainstream platforms and the adoption of blockchain. In a series of social media posts, the foundation launched “Actions” and “Blockchain Links” (Blinks), which, according to the announcement, is a step forward in allowing developers to build blockchain functionality into websites and social media platforms. Alongside these developments, the Solana ecosystem continues to expand its tooling and services, with notable advancements in transaction cost reduction and network efficiency. Seamless Web3 Transactions? Actions, one of the newly introduced tools, allows users to engage in Web3-native transactions, including asset transfers, non-fungible token (NFT) interactions, voting, betting, and tipping content creators. Complementing Actions, Blinks allows developers to format any Action into a shareable link, transforming websites and social media platforms into practical entry points for blockchain interactions. These tools reportedly provide an important bridge between traditional web applications and decentralized finance (DeFi), facilitating the integration of blockchain capabilities into everyday digital experiences. Related Reading: Crypto Research Firm Says Bitcoin Crash Below $60,000 May Not Be The End, Here’s Why In addition, to optimize transaction costs, Light Protocol and Helius Labs recently launched a testnet for ZK Compression on the Solana network. ZK Compression uses zero-knowledge proofs and call data to reduce the cost of transactions on the network. By minimizing the amount of on-chain data stored, ZK Compression enables considerable fee savings by reducing the computational demand of Solana transactions. Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius Labs, estimates that ZK Compression can cut the cost of airdropping tokens to one million users on Solana from $260,000 to just $50, providing a compelling, cost-efficient solution. Mumtaz further stated: example cost difference: take an airdrop to 1,000,000 users. This today would cost over $260,000 for state alone. Now, it’s $50 — 5,200x cheaper. But a token account is just one example of this — *everything* on Solana is an account, meaning everything can be scaled. ZK Compression On Solana While ZK Compression has garnered praise for its cost-saving potential, critics from the Ethereum community argue that it functions as a Layer 2 (L2) solution, contrary to Solana’s anti-Layer 2 ethos. Some skeptics contend that ZK Compression essentially operates as an L2 feature or a validity-based rollup. Adam Cochran, VP of Operations at SBT Partners, stated that ZK Compression is an L2 solution. In response, Anatoly Yakovenko, Solana’s co-founder, highlighted that ZK Compression addresses many issues commonly associated with Ethereum-based L2 solutions. Yakovenko emphasized its independence from security council multisigs, chain ID switches, governance tokens, and external sequencers while ensuring Solana validators receive transaction fees. SOL Price Analysis SOL experienced a temporary dip on Monday, with its price reaching a low of $122. However, crypto analyst “Skew A” has examined SOL’s 4-hour chart and pointed out its rebound, surpassing the recovery of other large tokens. According to “Skew A,” specific factors need to be considered when assessing SOL’s potential uptrend and price recovery. Firstly, SOL’s price movement above the 1-day 200MA (Moving Average) is a positive signal. This suggests the token’s value is trending above the average price over the past 200 days, indicating a potentially bullish sentiment. Furthermore, confirmation of SOL’s upward trend would involve observing higher highs (HH) above $150. Related Reading: 10x Your Crypto Portfolio: Top Analyst Highlights 4 Altcoins To Buy In the past 24 hours, SOL has notably recovered with a 9% increase, bringing its current trading price to $138. This upward movement positions the token favorably as it aims to surpass key resistance levels on its path toward consolidating above the significant milestone of $200. To reach the $200 mark, SOL must overcome and successfully breach major resistance walls at $150, $162, $174, and $186. These levels represent significant hurdles that must be surpassed before potentially breaking through the crucial $200 threshold. It remains to be seen whether the ongoing momentum and positive developments within the Solana ecosystem will sustain SOL’s current recovery and enable it to retest the higher price levels achieved in recent months. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
The Solana bearish price action might be coming to a close, as many cryptocurrencies have started to show mixed price action in the past 24 hours. Dialing the price action further back shows Solana has been mostly bearish and has been on a price decline since the beginning of the month. Notably, the crypto recently reached a 30-day low of $123.96, representing a 29% decline from a monthly high of $174.65. However, some proponents remain undeterred and are still looking forward to a bullish Solana on the long run. Particularly, an interesting prediction from crypto analyst Crypto Patel puts the price of Solana rising to $1,000 in the long term. Solana To $1000? Crypto Patel, mostly known for his Bitcoin takes, recently dropped a brief analysis on social media platform X regarding Solana’s price trajectory. According to his Solana/TetherUS 1 week timeframe chart, Solana’s price formation on the long-term seems to lead up to a surge towards $1,000. Notably, the chart shows the formation of a giant cup and handle pattern, which is generally considered a bullish pattern. Related Reading: Analysts Battle Over Cardano’s Next Move: 12,000% Rally Or 50% Crash? Solana has been on a U-formation since 2022, with a recent six-month surge since October 2023 completing the other side of the U cup. However, the pattern shows a prevailing neck line resistance around SOL’s current all-time high of $259, leading to the start of the handle pattern. According to the technical analysis, this handle pattern is expected to be completed sometime around late 2025. Following its completion, Solana will have the opportunity to break through this neckline resistance at some point in 2026, which would initiate a surge to new all-time highs. The first price target is around $430, and the second is just above $1,000, representing gains of 220% and 640%, respectively, from the current price levels. As explained above, the analyst’s technical analysis is more of a long-term outlook than on a short-term price prediction. This serves more as a strategic roadmap for the next few years. Related Reading: SkyBridge Capital’s Scaramucci Says Bitcoin Will Reach $250,000 Is This US Presidential Candidate Wins It’s important to note that while Crypto Patel’s final SOL price target might be ultra-bullish, the path to attaining it looks very tough. Surprisingly, the analysis suggests that Solana could fall to as low as $46 during the formation of the handle pattern, a price that might not resonate well with Solana bulls. At the time of writing, Solana is trading at $136 and is 9% in the past 24 hours as the bulls look to undo a month long price decline. According to price history, investors can look forward to Solana kickstarting a bullish price action in July. This is because Solana has registered price increases in July for the past six years. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com
The Solana price has experienced a sharp decline over the past month in line with the broader market correction, intensifying concerns as rumors of a potential investigation into the popular blockchain platform have recently surfaced. Regulatory Storm Brewing? In a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), market expert Crypto Bitlord, who has a considerable following of over 300,000 people, hinted at a rumored investigation into Solana. The post read: We are hearing rumors that SOL is under investigation and a huge case is about to be made public. This has been brewing for weeks and couldn’t come at a worse time. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Crashes Below $61,000: The Main Reasons While no specific details about the jurisdiction or agency conducting the alleged investigation into Solana have been disclosed, the United States has been at the forefront of an ongoing crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry since the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange in late 2022. The aftermath of the FTX incident resulted in a series of lawsuits and charges against various industry executives. Notable figures like Binance’s former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) and Coinbase have faced legal scrutiny. A comparable scenario can be drawn with XRP and Ripple, as they have been engaged in a complex legal showdown over the sale of the digital asset. For Crypto Bitlord, who has contributed to projects such as Shiba Inu (SHIB), Floki Inu (FLOKI), and Pepe Coin (PEPE), the potential impact on the Solana price is significant. In response to skeptical comments, Bitlord warned, “Don’t cry when SOL is $3 again.” However, until further news emerges regarding the alleged investigation, these statements remain speculative. Solana’s founders have made no official statements regarding these rumors. Solana Price Analysis The Solana price has experienced significant losses across various time frames, with declines of over 9%, 18%, and 22% in the past seven, fourteen, and thirty days, respectively. However, despite the downward trend, trading volume for SOL has remained robust, surpassing $2.8 billion in the past 24 hours alone, according to CoinGecko data. Digital asset investment firm CoinShares reported notable inflows into various altcoins following the recent price weakness, with Solana seeing inflows of over $2.7 million. This suggests that despite the price decline, some investors see potential value in SOL and are strategically entering the market. Related Reading: Toncoin On Fire: Crypto Explodes To All-Time High – Can It Hit $10? Nevertheless, the Solana price faces a critical test as it approaches crucial support levels. Currently, SOL is trading just above a four-month support level at $127, which marked the uptrend when the Solana price reached a yearly peak of $210 in mid-March. If selling pressure intensifies and this support is broken, SOL could retrace down to $117, representing the token’s next significant mid-term support level. Other support walls for SOL in the event of a sustained bearish move are at the $109 and $102 levels. These levels should be watched closely by bullish investors looking to prevent Solana from falling below $100. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
With the Bitcoin price drop from the $70,000 level to below $64,000, meme coins have understandably suffered as a direct result of this. During this time, meme coins, both large and small, have seen their prices drop significantly, raising concerns about whether the meme coin summer is over. However, going by previous crashes, there may […]
Solana, one of the top altcoins, trailing Ethereum and the BNB Chain, has not been spared in the recent correction. After rallying to as high as $210 in Q1 2024, the coin is now sliding, facing strong headwinds, plunging, and following the performance posted by Bitcoin and Ethereum. Is This The Best Time To Buy Solana? Even amid this deep retracement, Raol Pal, a macro analyst, thinks this is the best time for investors and traders to consider Solana. In a post on X, Pal said traders may look at loading the coin, citing the candlestick arrangement in the daily chart. Looking at the SOLUSDT chart, it is clear that the coin is moving sideways and inside a broader flag after the spike to over $200 in March. However, what’s emerging amid the cool-off is that the zone between $120 and $125 is a support to watch out for. Related Reading: Altcoin Massacre? Prices Plummet 40-90%, Recovery Stalled — Analyst At press time, SOL is changing hands at around $130, down approximately 40% from the March 2024 highs. If bears of late May 2024 press on, it will be interesting to see how prices will react at this level. From Pal’s position, the analyst expects prices to bounce back from this level and resume the uptrend from last year. The problem is that there won’t be any guarantee that prices will shoot higher from this support zone. Technically, a close above $190 and preferably $190, could mark the resumption of the next leg up, quashing bears. On-Chain Activity Shrinking As Ethereum Set For More Institutional Support Whether this will pan out in the coming weeks or months is unclear. How SOL performs is primarily tied to market developments and on-chain activity, among other factors. Although Solana is fast emerging as a preferred choice for meme coin issuers, there has been a marked drop in on-chain activity in recent days. Notably, Ethereum layer-2 solutions like Base, Arbitrum, and Optimism appear to be taking over. Related Reading: Bitcoin Battles $64,515 Support Level, Can It Hold or Will Bears Prevail? Solana offers higher scalability than Ethereum, meaning transaction fees are low. When on-chain activity drops relative to other cheaper platforms, it could mean the demand for SOL is falling, which is a net negative for prices. At the same time, the revival in the stock market, which has seen indices like the S&P 500 rally, could draw investors’ attention to cryptocurrencies. Additionally, with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on the brink of approving a spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETF), more capital will flow to ETH. Feature image from Shutterstock, chart from TradingView