Solana News

Solana (SOL) was launched in 2020 by Anatoly Yakovenko as a high-performance blockchain designed to support thousands of transactions per second through its innovative Proof of History consensus mechanism combined with Proof of Stake. Built to compete directly with Ethereum, Solana offers developers fast transaction speeds and low fees, making it attractive for DeFi applications, NFT marketplaces, and Web3 gaming platforms.

The Solana ecosystem has rapidly expanded to include major DeFi protocols like Serum and Raydium, popular NFT collections, and gaming projects that leverage the network's speed and cost advantages. Despite experiencing several network outages that raised questions about decentralization and stability, Solana has maintained strong developer activity and institutional backing, with SOL serving as both a utility token for transaction fees and a staking asset for network security.

At CoinDesk, we cover comprehensive Solana news from protocol developments and network performance to the thriving NFT and DeFi ecosystems built on the platform. Our reporting tracks Solana's technical improvements, major partnerships, institutional adoption, and the ongoing efforts to address network reliability concerns while maintaining its competitive edge.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Tech

Sunrise Debut Streamlines Solana Token Imports as Monad Goes Live

The platform introduces a unified gateway that allows issuers and users to move tokens from any ecosystem into Solana.

By Margaux Nijkerk, AI BoostNov 23, 2025

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Finance

Coinbase to Snap Up Solana-Based DEX Vector as Acquisition Spree Continues

The exchange’s latest deal folds Solana-native Vector into its consumer trading arm, extending a rapid M&A streak.

By Oliver KnightNov 21, 2025

Markets

Bitcoin ETFs Have Bled a Record $3.79B in November

U.S.-listed spot BTC and ETH ETFs see record outflows.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostNov 21, 2025

Policy

Crypto Lobbyists Pitching Trump on Getting Things Done During Congress' Uncertainty

Industry groups signed a letter to President Donald Trump calling for new tax policy and agency action on initiatives apart from Congress' market structure work.

By Jesse HamiltonNov 20, 2025

Markets

Solana ETFs Post Second-Biggest November Inflows as Demand Grows During Downturn

Spot SOL exchange-traded funds extended an inflow streak since they began trading on Oct. 28 while bitcoin and ether ETFs bled hundreds of millions of dollars.

By Olivier AcunaNov 20, 2025

Markets

Why Bitcoin, XRP, Solana, and Ether Slide as Gold and Silver Soar?

Major cryptocurrencies and gold and silver have been on diverging trends despite the pause in the dollar rally.

By Omkar Godbole, AI BoostNov 14, 2025

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Markets

Solana Slides 5% to $145 as Technical Breakdown Overshadows ETF Momentum

The token fell through key support despite elevated trading volume and continued institutional inflows into spot ETFs.

By CD Analytics, Siamak MasnaviNov 13, 2025

Finance

Solana-Focused Upexi Approves $50M Share Buyback as Digital Asset Treasuries Turn to Repurchases

The Solana-centric company is joining a growing list of crypto treasury companies opting to buy back shares as investor appetite for DATs vane.

By Krisztian SandorNov 13, 2025

Markets

Solana Drops 4.9% Breaking Below Key Support as Alameda Unlocks Continue

Institutional inflows of $336 million fail to offset selling pressure as SOL falls to $153 amid fresh token releases.

By CD Analytics, Siamak MasnaviNov 12, 2025

Finance

Pantera-Backed Solana Company to Tokenize Its Shares With Superstate's Opening Bell

The move follows fellow Solana treasury firm Forward Industries making its stock available onchain.

By Krisztian Sandor, AI BoostNov 12, 2025