Solana is set to launch its Alpenglow upgrade, which aims to reduce transaction finality time from about 12.8 seconds to roughly 150 milliseconds. This upgrade enhances the network's ability to confirm that transactions cannot be reversed much faster, improving certainty for applications and merchants, especially in payment scenarios. While transaction confirmations are already fast on Solana, Alpenglow focuses on speeding up the final consensus stage, which is crucial for larger payments requiring strong assurance. The upgrade is expected to roll out in Q3 2026, likely through the Agave 4.3 update targeted for October, though the exact date is not yet confirmed.
Solana is trading near $75.88, defending a crucial support zone that could lead to a rise toward $80 if resistance is broken. Meanwhile, the crypto exchange Bullish has launched tokenized stock trading on the Solana network, completing its first regu...
Bitwise Asset Management and Superstate have partnered to explore tokenized shares for selected Bitwise funds, starting with the Solana staking ETF (BSOL). This model would allow investors to hold ETF shares recorded either traditionally or on a bloc...
The stablecoin market cap increased by $1 billion on the TRON network last week, outpacing other chains significantly. This growth, led by issuers like United Stables, reflects rising demand for liquidity in the crypto market. Despite this, stablecoi...
Solana (SOL) is currently trading in a consolidation phase well below its previous highs, indicating a potential accumulation period before a major recovery. Analysts highlight a resistance zone near $100, with SOL possibly dipping into an $80-$100 r...
Bitcoin held steady near $63,600 following a U.S. inflation report that met expectations, calming market nerves but not driving major moves. The broader crypto market cap dropped slightly to $2.18 trillion, with altcoins Monero (XMR) and Hyperliquid ...
