Solana's Seeker phone is distributing about 1.82 billion SKR to 100,908 users, with individual allocations up to 750,000 SKR. The move looks aimed at driving device adoption and expanding token circulation within the SOL ecosystem.
U.S. regulators may exempt major crypto tokens from extra disclosure requirements, potentially simplifying institutional trading and custody. If adopted, the change could broaden market access and boost liquidity for XRP, LINK, SOL, HBAR and DOGE.
Solana has issued an urgent upgrade notice requiring every validator—staked or unstaked—to update their nodes to preserve Mainnet-Beta network stability. Node operators are asked to follow official channels and apply the patch promptly to avoid incompatibility.
Morgan Stanley has filed an S-1 registration for a Solana Trust, a regulatory step toward offering nine active and seven pending Solana-based ETFs. The move could widen institutional access to SOL products if approved.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong tweeted “I like @Solana” on Dec. 19, 2025, catching the crypto community off guard. The concise endorsement could shift short-term sentiment around SOL and draw renewed attention to the Solana ecosystem.
Speaking at Solana Breakpoint 2025, SkyBridge’s Anthony Scaramucci said 2026 could be a breakout year for Solana and floated the possibility that Blackstone and JPMorgan may adopt the network. The comment signals growing institutional interest in alternatives to Ethereum.
On-chain metrics show Solana's liquidity has dropped back to bear‑market levels, leaving roughly $500 million in long positions exposed if the price falls another 5.5%.
Stablecoin balances on Solana climbed to a record $16.2 billion, marking new highs in on-chain dollar liquidity. The spike arrives as the IMF issues fresh warnings about stablecoin vulnerabilities and broader financial-stability risks.
Ripple’s Luke Judges took to X to push back on claims that his move to Ripple signals a dislike of Solana, telling XRP holders not to write off other ecosystems.