Cryptocurrencies have had an incredible run over the past few months, but that's coming to an end as many altcoins are crashing this week.

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In a significant development among major crypto wallets, MetaMask is stepping up its compatibility game. The Ethereum-supporting software is now expanding its horizons to support Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL), a move expected to increase user flexibility and engagement.

Solana outperformed most cryptocurrencies Friday as most cryptocurrencies sank further into negative territory. Notably, SOL emerged as the best performer among the top 10 crypto assets over the last 24 hours.

Solana price may have bottomed at $125, but large SOL token locks starting on March 1 will be the deciding factor.

MetaMask's expansion from Ethereum will include not just Bitcoin, as Decrypt previously reported, but also Solana. Here's when.

Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, has refuted claims that it has been dumping some Solana in the wake of the latest market downturn. The rumours emanated from users who saw Arkham Intelligence's report on February 24 that showed Binance transferred roughly 103,570 SOL and 25,000 ETH to the market maker Wintermute.

In a notable development for the cryptocurrency sector, the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) Group recently announced the launch of Solana futures contracts. This strategic move, driven by increasing client demand, led to a consequential rise in Solana's price, underscoring the market's positive reception of the advancement and its implications for broader institutional acceptance of cryptocurrencies.

Solana (SOL) is trading at its lowest price level since September 2024, as the entire crypto market struggles with fear and intense selling pressure. Solana has lost over 55% of its value in less than six weeks, erasing the gains from its post-election rally and raising concerns among investors about a potential prolonged downtrend.

CME Group revealed the Solana (SOL) futures launch on Mar. 17, pending regulatory approval, citing increasing client demand. Nate Geraci, CEO of The ETF Store, noted that the development “definitely bodes well” for SOL exchange-traded fund (ETF) prospects.

CME Group will launch Solana futures on March 17, pending regulatory approval. The contracts will be cash-settled and available in two sizes. This addition expands CME's crypto derivatives offerings, which have seen increased trading activity. The post CME Group to Introduce Solana Futures on March 17, 2025 appeared first on Cryptonews.

CME Group to launch Solana futures on March 17, pending CFTC approval

Recent rumors circulated about Binance potentially dumping billions of dollars' worth of Solana and Bitcoin, creating waves in the cryptocurrency communities. Binance has officially responded to these claims, asserting that it has not engaged in such large-scale disposals of cryptocurrencies.

Solana (SOL) gained nearly 6% on Friday, rallying alongside Bitcoin, as the largest cryptocurrency regains $80,000 as support. However, the total value of assets locked in the Solana chain is down $5.26 billion from its peak, a near 50% drop.

Bitcoin's sharp recovery is proof that dip buyers remain active at lower levels. Will altcoins follow?

TL;DR CME will launch Solana futures on March 17, with contracts of 25 and 500 SOL settled in cash. SOL's price rose 6% following the announcement but remains far from its pre-February crash levels. Analysts warn that the crypto market's recovery could take until April due to a lack of liquidity.

CME group, the leading derivatives marketplace, known for its crypto support, expands its offering to altcoins. The firm announced its upcoming support for Solana futures contract.

The Solana price has plunged by 8% in the past 24 hours, yet some analysts are now saying it could sink even lower. The post Solana Price Forecast – Crypto Expert Predicts How Low SOL Will Fall by Next Spring appeared first on Cryptonews.

Solana was trading higher even as most digital assets sank further into negative territory on Friday.

Solana price crashed to a multi-month low on Friday before stabilizing after a whale stepped in to buy the dip. Solana (SOL) bottomed at $126.

The announcement came amid a downturn in the crypto markets and caused a spike in SOL's price as markets struggle to recover lost ground.

Cryptos like ONDO, OM, and XYZ are showing recovery, while Solana and Cardano face declines in the market. #partnercontent

Amid a 23% weekly correction in Solana price, Binance has clarified it hasn't sold tokens despite social media speculation triggered by market makers withdrawing substantial SOL from the exchange.

Chicago-based derivatives trading giant CME Group has officially confirmed that Solana (SOL) futures are slated to be launched on March 17.

After a continuous decline in recent days, SOL, the native token of the Solana blockchain, has successfully found support at a crucial level of $130, and the price has now begun to recover.

CME Group said on Friday that it plans to roll out futures contracts on cryptocurrency Solana on March 17, pending regulatory review.

With Solana futures set to launch on CME next month, the path for a spot SOL ETF approval could become clearer.

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The perpetual superiority debate between the Base and Solana communities, which often ignores how one is an L2 and the other is an L1, just got a new iteration.

Solana's community is considering a proposal that could potentially reduce inflation by 80%. The governance proposal, known as SIMD-0228, will usher in a new model that rewards users with greater participation levels.

MetaMask announced plans to incorporate support for Bitcoin and Solana within the year as part of its ongoing product developments.

CME Group expands its crypto offerings with Solana futures, set to debut in March.

CME's Solana futures launch signifies growing institutional interest and maturation in crypto markets, enhancing risk management and trading tools. The post CME Group set to debut Solana futures after early leak hints at XRP, SOL futures offerings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The CME group has announced plans to launch Solana (SOL) futures on its derivatives marketplace on March 17. This is significant because it could easily pave the way for the approval of the Solana ETFs.

MetaMask is set to integrate Bitcoin and Solana into its platform in the near future, expanding its functionality for users of these prominent cryptocurrencies.

The crypto investors are no longer strangers to volatility, as crypto tokens rise and drop with changing trends and their demand. At present, the crypto market is witnessing one of the biggest downturns, where most digital assets are crashing.

“Binance hasn't ‘dumped' or ‘sold' large amounts of tokens as some tweets have wrongly claimed,” a Binance spokesperson told Cointelegraph.

Virtuals Protocol, a blockchain-based AI platform, has seen its revenue collapse despite expanding from Coinbase's Base network to Solana.

MetaMask is set to expand beyond Ethereum by integrating Bitcoin and Solana, introducing smart contract capabilities, enhancing transaction efficiency, expanding its debit card services, and working toward eliminating gas fees for a more seamless user experience.

The brutal sell-off in the crypto ecosystem this week is serving as a major buying incentive to Solana (SOL) whales. According to data from Lookonchain, 96,180 Solana have left the Binance exchange in one of the biggest acquisition moves thus far this week.

Bitcoin & Solana Integration: Native support for BTC in Q3 2025 and SOL in May. Users can pay fees with any token, reducing ETH dependency.

Solana, once celebrated as one of the most promising blockchain projects in the crypto space, is currently grappling with a significant downturn. The digital asset's trading volume has plummeted by a staggering 99%, raising concern among investors.

As Bitcoin (BTC) potentially prepares to crash all the way down to $70,000, the altcoins are at or near the bottom. Is this the time to buy $ETH and $SOL?

Virtuals Protocol, a blockchain-based AI agent platform, has suffered a sharp decline in revenue, despite expanding from Base to Solana. The post Virtuals Protocol Sees 97% Drop in Revenue Despite Expansion to Solana appeared first on Cryptonews.

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The crypto market is undergoing a new phase of turbulence. Solana (SOL) has fallen by 41% in just a few weeks.