Date: Tue, Dec 16, 2025 | 05:54 AM GMT The cryptocurrency market continues to face heavy selling pressure as the total crypto market cap plunged by 4.17% over the past 24 hours. This sharp correction has fueled heightened volatility across t

_Solana revenue explodes to 2.5 billion year-to-year in 2025, versus 28million in 2021, and Ethereum declines to 1.4billion, by far the largest power change in blockchain this year._ In a radical revenue turnaround, Solana has surpassed Ethereum. The Layer-1 network expanded from

Solana (SOL) faces a recovery challenge after a sharp decline, still being held back below the $130 resistance level. Although this altcoin has shown signs of stabilizing again, the growth momentum remains quite fragile. Unlike previous rallies driven by new capital,

SOL is trading at $128.17 and even though it has gone down by 3.3 percent, the price is still above the $124.08 support. The action of the prices is kept within range as prices are still below the resistance of $134.26. The SOL/BTC pair is at 0.001475 BTC, which is fairly

A single chart can sometimes say more than a long debate. One recent image shared by CryptosRus put a spotlight on something that quietly built up over years. Solana revenue appears on track to surpass Ethereum annual revenue for the first time, and the numbers behind it are hard to ignore. What s

A recent DDoS attack on Solana peaked at 6 terabits per second yet the network maintained stability with no disruptions, contrasting past issues. Validators performed consistently, showcasing improved resilience amid heavy traffic.

NEAR Protocol faces persistent selling pressure, losing crucial support at $1.83, previously a resistance level. However, the recent cross-chain launch on Solana may enhance liquidity and create price volatility, with potential upside to $2 if buying interest continues.

On Saturday, December 20, 2025, Jupiter announced the launch of JupUSD – a new stablecoin – along with seven major upgrades to the decentralized exchange ecosystem built on Solana. This initiative focuses on integrating direct rewards into trading, lending, and market activities.

On December 19th, the spot cryptocurrency ETF market experienced mixed movements as capital continued to diverge significantly. The total net outflow from Bitcoin spot ETFs reached $158 million, indicating that profit-taking pressure remains present. Notably, only Fidelity's FBTC fund recorded a capital inflow of .

SOL is trading at $128.17 and even though it has gone down by 3.3 percent, the price is still above the $124.08 support. The action of the prices is kept within range as prices are still below the resistance of $134.26. The SOL/BTC pair is at 0.001475 BTC, which is fairly

TenX Protocols has acquired proprietary software from Blade Labs for $320,000 to enhance its validator infrastructure on Solana and Sui networks. This move aims to accelerate development and maintain reliability, bolstering investor confidence amid a strong financial position.

Cardano is signaling a fundamental turning point, shifting from an academically focused research platform to a "operating system" model oriented towards commerce. On December 17, the Intersect Product Committee released the Vision 2030 report, establishing a strict performance standard to redefine how the market

A recent DDoS attack on Solana peaked at 6 terabits per second yet the network maintained stability with no disruptions, contrasting past issues. Validators performed consistently, showcasing improved resilience amid heavy traffic.

Date: Tue, Dec 16, 2025 | 05:54 AM GMT The cryptocurrency market continues to face heavy selling pressure as the total crypto market cap plunged by 4.17% over the past 24 hours. This sharp correction has fueled heightened volatility across t

Well-known crypto research platform Bankless recently released its top ten forward-looking predictions for the cryptocurrency space in 2026, outlining a future landscape characterized by institutionalization, regulatory breakthroughs, and market maturity. Key predictions include: Bitcoin is expected to break free from the traditional four-year cycle and reach new all-time highs, with its volatility potentially even lower than that of tech giant Nvidia; institutional demand for spot ETFs will absorb over 100% of new Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana issuance; and the passage of the key US crypto legislation, the Clarity Act, could serve as a decisive catalyst for the price surges of Ethereum and Solana. These predictions not only point to a leap in asset prices but also vividly depict the opportunities, challenges, and narrative shifts that will accompany the integration of cryptocurrencies into the global mainstream financial system.

Decentralized Wireless Broadband Network Protocol DAWN recently completed a $13 million Series B funding round led by Polychain Capital, becoming the latest focus in the DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure) track. The project is built on the Solana blockchain, allowing individuals and institutions to become network operators and earn revenue by deploying wireless nodes, aiming to disrupt the traditional broadband market controlled by a few giants. Currently, its network covers over 4 million households in the United States and is conducting its first international deployment in Accra, the capital of Ghana. This funding round will fully support its expansion in the United States and global promotion plans, marking strong confidence from capital in the innovative model of "user-owned infrastructure."

A London court sentenced Canadian Jarett Dunn to six years in prison for fraud and misappropriating $2 million in Solana from Pump.fun. Though he claimed to be a whistleblower, the court dismissed his defense, citing his public threats against the platform. Dunn remains detained in London.

Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a sharp fluctuation and plummeted, temporarily reporting around $85,400 on December 19, with CPI data distortion raising doubts. American AI and Crypto magnate David Sacks stated that the Crypto Market Structure Act, the "CLARITY Act," is expected to be submitted to the Senate for review in January next year. Wall Street funds continue to flow into altcoins, with XRP ETF assets reaching $1.14 billion.

Anthropic's Claude AI releases 2025 end-of-year price forecast, suggesting XRP, SOL, and Ethereum's three major cryptocurrencies may experience significant volatility. Dual-track outlooks show extreme price targets under bullish and bearish scenarios.

In brief Project Eleven deployed a quantum-resistant Solana testnet after completing a threat assessment. Solana's work built on earlier opt-in protections, including the Winternitz Vault for user wallets. Aptos proposed adding an optional post-quantum signature scheme through a governance

SOL is trading at $128.17 and even though it has gone down by 3.3 percent, the price is still above the $124.08 support. The action of the prices is kept within range as prices are still below the resistance of $134.26. The SOL/BTC pair is at 0.001475 BTC, which is fairly

In brief Jarett Dunn has been sentenced to two six-year prison sentences to be served concurrently, after he pleaded guilty to fraud and transfer of criminal property. Dunn drained $2 million worth of Solana from then-employer

Bitwise forecasts new highs for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana as ETFs absorb more than new supply, stablecoins surge, and tokenization reshapes institutional portfolios by 2026.​ Summary Bitwise projects Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana will hit new all-time highs as traditional four-year

Summary Prop AMM accounts for 20%-40% of Solana's weekly trading volume, with over 80% in SOL-Stablecoins. Prop AMM's proprietary capital model eliminates impermanent loss (IL), converting it into hedgeable inventory risk. Profitability does not rely on token subsidies; Prop AMM earns spreads, with profits = total spreads earned from market making - market value fluctuations of inventory assets - operating costs. As Solana evolves towards an on-chain CEX model, Prop AMM will play a core market-making role. I. The Three Iterations of AMM Evolution One of the core innovations in DeFi is the Automated Market Maker (AMM), which replaces traditional order book models with mathematical formulas.

The 《CLARITY Act》 provides clear regulatory guidance for the US blockchain industry, designating the CFTC as the primary agency for digital commodity regulation and establishing a safe harbor mechanism to support decentralized projects. The bill can promote cooperation between financial institutions and blockchain foundations, helping the US maintain its global leadership in the digital asset market. Although there are challenges in implementation, successful enforcement will usher in a new era of the economy.

Moto, a innovative fintech project building native credit card solutions on the Solana blockchain, announced on December 18, 2025, the successful closure of a $1.8 million Pre-Seed funding round.

Global payments giant Visa announced on Tuesday the official launch of stablecoin settlement services in the United States, symbolizing that traditional financial institutions' interest in blockchain payment channels has shifted from "wait-and-see" to "practical application." According to Visa's statement, this service allows U.S. financial institutions to use the USD stablecoin USDC issued by Circle for backend cash flow and clearing operations on the Solana blockchain. The initial participating banks include Cross River Bank, known for its fintech services, and Lead Bank, which has received investment from well-known venture capital firm a16z. Visa also announced that this service will continue to expand in scale through 2026. Rubail Birwadker, Head of Global Growth Products and Strategic Partnerships at Visa, stated: > The reason Visa is expanding its stablecoin settlement business is because

Visa announced the rollout of a new service enabling select U.S. banks to settle VisaNet payments directly in USDC stablecoin on the Solana blockchain.

Recently, the Solana-based meme coin PIPPIN experienced an extremely dramatic rollercoaster rally, with its price soaring to a new high of over $0.50 before rapidly falling back. The blockchain analytics platform Bubblemaps revealed that up to 80% of the token supply appears to be controlled by insiders and related wallets, with a market cap of approximately $380 million, sparking strong concerns in the market about high levels of manipulation and potential market abuse. Despite a surge in open interest and margin calls triggering a short squeeze, bearish divergence in technical indicators and coordinated behavior among whales cast a shadow over this frenzy. This article will provide an in-depth analysis of the on-chain truths and market risks behind PIPPIN's abnormal volatility.

Bitcoin (BTC) prices fluctuate sharply, surging past $90,000 at one point before rapidly crashing, and are temporarily reported at around $85,980 on December 18. CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham will leave the financial regulatory agency to join MoonPay. Bhutan commits to donating 10,000 Bitcoins to develop a "Mindfulness City." The Federal Reserve withdraws the 2023 guidance on "restricting uninsured banks from participating in crypto activities."

Perplexity AI releases cryptocurrency predictions for the Christmas holiday season, with PI coin forecasted to soar to $2.80 in an optimistic scenario, an increase of nearly 1300%. However, in a pessimistic scenario, it could drop to $0.15. Bitcoin's 2026 target is as high as $200,000, but in the short term, it may fall back to $70,000. SOL has an optimistic forecast of $480, while the pessimistic outlook remains at $120.

A federal judge in New York has cleared the way for plaintiffs to expand their class-action lawsuit against Pump.fun, Solana Labs, the Solana Foundation, and Jito Labs, allowing new allegations tied to alleged insider advantages in token launches to move forward. Solana Labs, Solana Foundation an

The payments industry may seem "old," but it has always been the earliest and most easily restructured part of the financial system through technology. While the market is still debating whether "cryptocurrency is an asset," two major payment giants—Visa and Mastercard—have reached a consensus on a more fundamental engineering issue: Is there a more efficient settlement layer that can be embedded into the existing payment system instead of starting from scratch? The answer is stablecoins. Recently, Visa announced the opening of USDC settlement to banks in the United States via Solana; previously, Mastercard partnered with Ripple to test RLUSD-based transaction settlement on XRPL. This is not just a short-term pilot but a clear signal that the global payment infrastructure is beginning to migrate toward a new generation of settlement layers. Visa: Making stablecoins into a "settlement"

Solana-based prediction market Space launches its SPACE token sale with variable pricing, leveraged CLOB trading, buyback-and-burn tokenomics and tiered rewards. Summary Space is a Solana prediction market offering up to 10x leveraged trading on crypto, politics, sports, tech and culture via a