Bitcoin's rise above $66,500 could open the doors for a rally to new highs and altcoins look set to follow.

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Solana has overtaken Ethereum in weekly and daily DEX volume, a development that has further strengthened predictions that SOL could flip ETH or challenge its dominance in this cycle. Interestingly, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto has predicted that the Solana price can rise to as high as $1,400 in this bull run.

Solana is currently in the spotlight, drawing stark attention from the general cryptocurrency market as the positive sentiment around the digital asset has experienced a significant upswing, solidifying its position in the industry as a leading asset.

TL;DR BNB Smart Chain leads with 5,510 dApps, although it experiences a 33.34% drop in dApp volume. Ethereum remains in second place with 4,787 dApps, facing a 23.42% decrease in volume. Polygon and TRON round out the list, with 2,278 and 1,395 dApps respectively, each with significant drops in volume.

The Solana price has jumped by 4% in the past 24 hours, rising to $153.40 as the crypto market enjoys a day of modest 1% growth.

Solana has seen a surge in bullish sentiment and trading volume, driving its price closer to breaking key resistance at $151.

The cryptocurrency market is slightly recovering, with Bitcoin above $64,000 and Ethereum over $2,500. Several Solana Rivals are gaining momentum, potentially offering significant returns.

The movements of whales – entities that are fast-moving in the cryptocurrency market because of their large punctuation – are some of the specific instances to consider in making sense of cryptocurrencies. In particular, Solana (SOL) Whales, have started buying some very promising new altcoin going for less than $0.

With Bitcoin (BTC) making its own breakout, Solana (SOL) has been quick to follow suit. Already closing in on Ethereum as the premier layer 1 blockchain network, the $SOL price is likely to continue sucking value out of $ETH going forward.

Solana (SOL), XRP, and Shiba Inu (SHIB) are crypto's top contenders for the next potential breakout. These coins have distinct support and resistance levels, setting the stage for possible rallies.

Today marks a positive day for most cryptocurrencies, with Solana, Bitcoin, and Ethereum leading the top 10 with impressive surges. But what to expect from each?

Bitcoin (BTC) registered a weekend bounce after briefly dropping below $60,000. The world's largest cryptocurrency has been up by almost 3% over the past 24 hours and is currently trading around the $64,500 mark, with buyers eying the $65,000 price level.

With the Bitcoin price on the verge of achieving the $65,000 mark, the cryptocurrency market has recorded a strong bullish recovery over the past few hours. Moreover, top altcoins are on the verge of breaking their important levels, highlighting increased bullish sentiment.

Solana's price jumped 3% on Monday, marking its fourth straight day of growth. This steady rise shows strong momentum.

The much awaited political trigger for SOL is around the corner - Which direction will SOL take?

Solana (SOL) has surged past $150, marking the first time since October 1 that it has reached this level, signaling a potential turnaround after a challenging start to the month.

Ethena proposes adding Solana and liquid staked SOL variants as reserve assets for its USDe stablecoin, potentially unlocking billions in additional open interest and boosting the ENA token price.

Ethena Labs has proposed adding Solana (SOL) to the collateral mix of its synthetic stablecoin USDe, targeting a $100-200 million initial allocation.

Solana's price has surpassed $150, buoyed by historical performance, increased network activity, and technical indicators pointing to a potential rally towards $180.

The general situation of the third cryptocurrency by market cap.

Welcome back to our digital asset analysis column, in this article we will focus on the cryptos BRETT, BONK, and Solana (SOL).

Solana climbed higher above the $140 resistance zone. SOL price is rising and might gain bullish momentum if it clears the $155 resistance.

In the latest development, the Ethena community introduced a new proposal that seeks to use Ethereum's Layer-1 competitor Solana as a reserve asset for its synthetic dollar USDe. This development has sent the Ethena (ENA) price soaring by another 17% today to $0.39 thereby taking its market cap above $1.06 billion.

Ethereum (ETH) is experiencing a period of consolidation and over the last day, there hasn't been major movement in its price. Ethereum's price movements are also likely to align with Bitcoin's trends. According to analyst Josh of Crypto World, ETH is facing resistance between $2,440 and $2,475, based on previous support and resistance levels.

If the proposal is approved, SOL will join BTC and ETH within Ethena's collateral mix.

Solana flips 200 EMA on daily and 4-hour timeframes. Is SOL ready to rally?

Bitwise chief investment officer Matt Hougan is pointing out metrics for one Solana (SOL) competitor that he says are impressive. Hougan tells his followers on the social media platform X that out of all the charts he's looked at recently, the on-chain metrics of Aptos (APT) are standing out the most.

The success of BNB has propelled it to the position of fourth biggest cryptocurrency. Investors are starting to wonder whether BNB's recent outperformance will be sustainable.

SUI has shattered its all-time high with a staggering 452% rise, setting the stage for what some analysts are calling the next Solana. With lightning-fast transactions, native USDC support, and explosive ecosystem growth, SUI is making waves in the crypto space.

The first two weeks of October remained neutral for most major altcoins following the geopolitical tension in the Middle East. Amid this consolidation, the Solana price managed to stabilize above $135 and the 200-day Exponential moving average for a bullish reversal.

A crypto hedge fund predicted ETH could remain muted in 2024 but could see relief in 2025.

Solana's price has maintained an upward trend in recent days, fueled by increased demand for the popular altcoin. Currently trading at $148.06, SOL has risen by 2% in the past week despite broader market stagnation.

The crypto market has displayed a stable price action over the past week, indicating a cool-off phase. However, during this period, top tokens have experienced increased adoption. This highlights a high possibility of a bullish reversal in the coming time.

Right now, the crypto arena is getting competitive again. This time, it is because of the rise of DTX Exchange (DTX) – a new ICO that has seen a 200% price jump. Since the presale is now in phase three, experts are very optimistic about its future potential.

In the ever-evolving blockchain realm, the debate between Solana and Ethereum intensifies, highlighting unique attributes that capture the attention of investors and developers. However, to effectively engage with these dynamic assets, one needs a dependable DeFi crypto wallet.

BNB Chain is poised to be a highlight at the upcoming Binance Blockchain Week Dubai 2024, set to take place on October 31, 2024. This event will showcase the BNB Incubation Alliance (BIA), a collaborative initiative aimed at nurturing early-stage blockchain projects.

The cryptocurrency market continues to be a mixed bag of uncertainty and opportunity as Bitcoin (BTC) battles to maintain its footing. In contrast, Solana (SOL) is testing a vital support level, leaving investors wondering about the future of these digital assets.

Solana has hit several new milestones in the recent past, but the token might face trouble ahead.

Solana (SOL) has faced a challenging month, marked by fluctuating prices and a general sense of uncertainty among traders. While the token has seen a slight gain of 3.43% overall, recent trading sessions indicate a more pronounced struggle, with SOL experiencing a modest weekly gain of only 0.45% and a daily decline of 2.43%.

Solana (SOL), one of the top cryptocurrencies, is showing signs of a potential breakout after days of trading in a narrow range. Investors and traders are closely monitoring its next move as it could significantly impact the market.

BNB price staged a mild recovery, but could lackluster network activity and less-than-stellar Binance launchpad results put a cap on the gains?

ETC Group, a Bitwise-owned London-based fund issuer, examined the possibility of Solana and Aptos becoming the next Ethereum in its latest newsletter. Their analysts revealed that while these two chains have grown and enjoyed momentum, Ethereum is still the overall leader according to ETC Group's Network Dominance Index.

BNB may be on the verge of a significant price hike, supported by several key technical indicators.

The cryptocurrency market was quiet over most of the past week, with several large-cap assets including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) struggling to make any mark. Solana was also among the top cryptocurrencies that failed to impress over the last seven-day period.

The cryptocurrency market is bracing for potential shifts that could significantly influence its trajectory. According to a recent report from Standard Chartered analysts, Solana (SOL) may see substantial gains if Republican candidate Donald Trump secures victory in November.

The cryptocurrency market grapples with a downturn, two prominent players, XRP and Solana, are feeling the brunt of increasing negative sentiment among investors. Recent data from Santiment, a market intelligence platform, reveals that both assets are experiencing significant bearish narratives, raising questions about their potential for recovery.