SOL in the spotlight: latest news

Solana (SOL) has distinguished itself from other programmable cryptocurrencies, but it still faces significant challenges in catching up to Ethereum, the current market leader.

MoonPay has introduced the 'MoonPay Commerce app', which is specifically designed for Solana Mobile's new second-generation smartphone, the 'Seeker'.

Solana garnered 26.79% of global interest in blockchain-related discussions in 2025, solidifying its status as the leading cryptocurrency ecosystem for the second consecutive year.

CME Group has introduced Spot-Quoted futures for XRP and Solana, enabling trading that aligns more closely with real-time market prices.

Justin Bons, the Chief Investment Officer of Europe's oldest crypto fund, referred to Solana as “Bitcoin 3.0” in a recent post on X. He asserted that Solana surpasses Bitcoin in both technical and economic metrics.

CME has introduced spot-quoted futures for XRP and Solana, providing traders with targeted cryptocurrency exposure and smaller contract sizes.

Solana has emerged as the most-used blockchain in 2025, surpassing expectations, yet its native token, SOL, has not performed as well as Ethereum's ETH in terms of price. This situation raises questions about the implications for blockchain adoption and user engagement.

Invesco Ltd., a prominent global provider of exchange-traded products, has collaborated with Galaxy Asset Management to expand access to Solana through the launch of the Invesco Galaxy Solana ETP (QSOL).

The cryptocurrency market is characterized by its long memory, with Solana's remarkable breakout in 2021 serving as a defining moment. Analysts suggest that a lesser-known token priced at $0.035 could be poised to replicate this success and emerge as the next significant player in the crypto space.

The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) has intensified its focus on popular altcoins, specifically XRP and Solana (SOL), by introducing new Spot-Quoted offerings.

Solana ETFs experienced a weekly inflow of $23 million, even as the price of SOL remains unstable. Traders are adopting a cautious approach as they prepare for the market in 2026.

Analysts suggest that early indicators reminiscent of those seen before Solana's significant rise are emerging in a new DeFi altcoin priced at $0.035.

Firedancer has launched and may drive a new wave of adoption for Solana, particularly among institutions that perceive a reduced centralization risk associated with its validators.

Solana has attracted institutional interest but has shown no significant growth despite a $50 million inflow. In contrast, GeeFi is becoming the preferred choice among investors seeking substantial returns, offering a presale that emphasizes user autonomy. Investing in GeeFi is considered a promising opportunity for a secure and utility-driven future in cryptocurrency.

Solana's price remains stable above the key support level of $120 to $130, with analysts monitoring the range of $125 to $145 for signs of a potential breakout or indications of renewed downward pressure.

Solana's adoption is increasing within decentralized finance (DeFi) and institutional platforms, according to a recent press release. The focus now shifts to the future developments for Remittix in this evolving landscape.

The price of Solana (SOL) has dropped to a six-month low, reaching a key support level. Despite this decline, recent market data indicates that whale investors are taking advantage of the lower prices by purchasing Solana, although their buying activity remains limited.

Solana (SOL) has faced significant challenges, making it the worst-performing high-cap asset this quarter with a 37% decline. This downturn represents SOL's largest drop in value, highlighting the ongoing validator crisis, as only 800 nodes remain operational.

Large-cap cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and XRP have experienced significant gains in the past 72 hours following the approval of US banks to offer cryptocurrencies to their customers.

Major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, have seen significant gains in the past 24 hours as they work to recover from prior losses.

Phantom, the well-known Solana wallet, is enhancing its functionality by incorporating real-world event trading, moving beyond its primary role of simple storage.

Solana has successfully launched the Firedancer client on its mainnet this week, resulting in a 5% increase in its value.

Despite the recent institutional deals involving Solana (SOL), analysts believe that GeeFi's (GEE) presale could yield even greater returns. While established networks are gaining recognition for enterprise adoption, GeeFi is standing out with impressive results from its presale campaign.

The inflows into the SOL Spot ETF are rapidly increasing, nearing the $700 million milestone, driven by a strong buying streak that has lasted for seven days. This trend indicates a growing institutional interest in Solana.

A bridge between XRP and Solana has been launched, potentially allowing for the transfer of $122 billion in liquidity from XRP, which is associated with Ripple and ranks as the fifth largest cryptocurrency.