TL;DR Michael Saylor reaffirms that Bitcoin should be the central asset in the U.S. crypto reserve, emphasizing its decentralized nature and dominant role in the digital economy. Donald Trump initially included XRP, Solana, and Cardano in the reserve, but after criticism, he clarified that only Bitcoin and Ethereum would be part of the plan.

The crypto market continued its upward trajectory, with the market cap increasing by over 4% to reclaim the $3 trillion mark. Most cryptocurrencies traded in positive territory, and Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $90,000 level after an increase of nearly 6% over the past 24 hours.

The crypto market's volatility index could shoot up further this Friday as investors brace for the upcoming White House digital currency summit. Trump's announcement of a US Crypto Strategy Reserve last weekend set off a wave of market reactions.

PAWS, a popular Telegram Mini App, migrates to Solana in reaction to newly imposed requirements by the social media platform.

Solana (SOL) has gone up 1.5% in the past day and currently stands at $148.7 as volatility has subsided in the past few days.

Solana's price has faced significant struggles in recent weeks, particularly in its attempt to breach the key resistance of $183. The altcoin's inability to break through this level has caused a pullback, leaving it trading at around $150.

Industry heat turns up: Donald Trump's crypto reserve plans get roasted a day before White House Crypto Summit.

Hamster Network has reached a significant milestone in blockchain technology by processing 34,028 transactions per second (TPS), surpassing leading platforms such as Solana and Aptos.

Recent data indicates a significant decline in whale activity for both Dogecoin (DOGE) and Solana (SOL), suggesting reduced interest from large investors. For Dogecoin, large transactions have plummeted nearly 88% since mid-November 2024, leading to diminished liquidity and investor confidence. In contrast, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is witnessing a rapid increase in whale interest.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko opposes Trump's idea for a U.S. crypto reserve, stating it goes against decentralization by putting it in the hands of the government.

Solana validators are voting on a major cut to SOL's staking rewards.

Ripple Labs executives have proposed to US President Donald Trump to include SOL in the Strategic Digital Asset Reserve (SBR), which was announced on 2 March. The move should make the addition of XRP more legitimate, Unchained wrote.

The market appears to be pricing in minimal expectations for these altcoins.

TL;DR Solana is experiencing explosive growth in DeFi, with several protocols surpassing $1 billion in total value locked (TVL), challenging Ethereum's dominance. In Q4 2024, decentralized exchange (DEX) volume on Solana exceeded that of Ethereum, marking a significant shift in DeFi activity.

Solana (SOL) is currently navigating a tumultuous phase, as massive amounts of the cryptocurrency are being unstaked and put up for sale. This movement has created a series of liquidity pressures, leading investors to question whether Solana can withstand this challenging environment.

On Sunday, US President Donald Trump unveiled a Strategic Crypto Reserve featuring multiple digital assets: Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA). Many observers were initially surprised to see altcoins—particularly XRP, SOL, and ADA—in a federal-level announcement once presumed to revolve solely around Bitcoin.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko says a U.S. crypto strategic reserve would undermine decentralization, calling for no reserve at all.

TL;DR Solana's co-founder, Anatoly Yakovenko, opposes a U.S. crypto reserve, arguing it would centralize control and undermine crypto's core principle of decentralization. Yakovenko proposes state-level control over crypto reserves to preserve decentralization and provide a safety net against federal errors.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko opposes a US national crypto reserve, warning that government control could undermine decentralization.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko opposes a US national crypto reserve, warning that government control could undermine decentralization.

The cryptocurrency market staged a sharp recovery, bouncing back from a steep sell-off sparked by Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on U.S. imports from Canada and Mexico.

Despite $SOL's recent dip to $131, 55% below its all-time high of $294 recorded two months ago, our Solana price prediction for the rest of the year is bullish. $SOL is currently trading at $148.85 with a 5.83% weekly increase, though the monthly trend is bearish (-27.42%).

A major crypto moment is set for Saturday, March 7. The White House will host its first-ever Crypto Summit, where discussions will go beyond Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

A major crypto moment is set for Saturday, March 7. The White House will host its first-ever Crypto Summit, where discussions will go beyond Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).

Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has revealed that he is against a crypto reserve in the United States. He believes that a crypto reserve will lead to the failure of decentralization once the government is put in charge of it.

Anatoly Yakovenko, the co-founder of the Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) ecosystem, argued against a federal government-controlled cryptocurrency reserve Wednesday, citing a threat to decentralization. What Happened: In an X post, Yakovenko outlined his order of preference for a potential cryptocurrency reserve.

A large Solana (SOL) whale moved 494,153 SOL, valued at approximately $72 million, to Coinbase Institutional, fueling fears of an impending sell-off. This large transfer to an exchange, commonly known as an “exchange inflow,” typically signals that the investor may intend to sell the assets, leading to increased supply in the market.

This week, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Solana in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum closes another week in red after the price fell by 3%.

In a shocking incident, the Hong Kong government has unveiled a sophisticated crypto scam, involving a fake social media account impersonating the city's Chief Executive. The scammers used the account to promote a fake cryptocurrency called “National Hong Kong Coin”, prompting a swift warning from the government.

In February, Solana saw a substantial outflow of $485 million as investors sought safer assets amid increasing uncertainty in the cryptocurrency market.

Options pricing on Deribit suggests BTC could swing by nearly $5K following the crypto summit, according to analysis by STS Digital

The cryptocurrency market surged on March 6, adding nearly 4% in value as investor sentiment improved following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a national crypto reserve. This initiative, which includes Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), and XRP, has fuelled optimism after February's sharp decline triggered by trade war concerns.

In recent months, Solana has demonstrated remarkable growth in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, prompting discussions about its potential to rival Ethereum's valuation.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has taken a strong stance against the idea of a US Strategic Crypto Reserve. He argues that government control over digital assets could undermine decentralization.

In a context of increasing uncertainty in the crypto market, Solana experienced a capital hemorrhage in February 2025. Investors, burnt by scandals related to memecoins and the recent record hack of Bybit, are massively turning to digital assets deemed safer.

Remittix is surging in its presale, raising over $13.5 million as investors bet on its blockchain-powered payment solution. #partnercontent

Solanas decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem is growing at an unprecedented pace, outpacing Ethereum in both speed and revenue. However, a recent report from Franklin Templeton highlights a striking valuation gap between the two networks.

Solana's (SOL) upcoming protocol changes could significantly alter its economic model by reducing selling pressure by an estimated $677 million to $1.1 billion annually, but they could introduce new decentralization challenges, according to Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck.

A crypto strategist who accurately called the Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL) correction this year says that the payments altcoin XRP is next in line to witness big price drops.

Trading volume for Shiba Inu is rising significantly, but the conditions surrounding this upswing are not encouraging. Although a spike in volume frequently indicates increasing momentum and interest, the fact that it appears during a downtrend should be interpreted differently.

Ethereum (ETH 3.18%) and Solana (SOL 1.10%) are two of the most successful cryptocurrencies, both ranking in the top 10 by market cap. They're also direct competitors.

Solana (SOL), the sixth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has made a notable recovery over the past 24 hours, rising by 5.52%. Trading at $144, the altcoin is now showing promising signs of a bullish comeback after a series of price fluctuations.

Many cryptocurrencies soared to new all-time highs after Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election. With 2025 underway and Trump in the White House, Benzinga recently asked readers which cryptocurrencies they are buying.

As liquidity pressures mount, investors are watching closely—will Solana absorb the impact?

CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju explained that the Trump administration is backing crypto assets that ultimately serve the United States' national interests against others. This followed President Trump's directive to move forward with a Crypto Strategic Reserve.

This is a segment from the Lightspeed newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe.

SafeMoon (SFM) has surged nearly 60% in the last two days and 490% in the past week following its migration from BNB to Solana. The rapid price increase has pushed key indicators into bullish territory, with ADX confirming strong trend momentum and EMA lines forming a golden cross.