Layer-1

Solana recently bounced from sub-$120 lows toward the $126–$130 range, and the market is watching how Layer‑1 integrations like NEAR’s launch on Solana will change liquidity and trading flows. This piece breaks down the technical recovery, the bull/bear arguments for a move to $190, and what DeFi traders should monitor as liquidity migrates between chains.

Monad promises an EVM‑compatible layer‑1 with a roadmap aimed at fast smart contracts and new use‑cases, but critics warn its tokenomics could enable heavy VC sell pressure. This explainer contrasts bullish forecasts with concentrated ownership risks and gives practical steps retail holders can use to manage exposure.

Monad’s mainnet pushed MON prices sharply higher as airdrop-driven transaction demand met speculative FOMO. Days later, fake ERC‑20 transfer attacks exposed a predictable threat for new Layer‑1 launches — and offered clear remediation steps.