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Solana $SOL Might Be Dying, but Its Rival Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Won’t Slow Down A sharp decline in user activity and capital outflows has left Solana ($SOL ) grappling with growing skepticism. Data from Glassnode reveals a 40% drop in weekly active addresses since November 2024, coupled with a 29% price plunge over the past month. The collapse of high-profile memecoins like Libra, which erased $4 billion in investor funds after insiders drained $107 million in liquidity, has accelerated the erosion of trust. Meanwhile, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is capitalizing on this shift, drawing investors to its presale with a 600% profit guarantee at launch and predictions of a 100x surge in 2025.  Launched a few days ago, the presale has already raised over $1.1 million and gained more than 2,500 unique holders.  Solana’s Struggles Intensify   Solana’s reputation as a blockchain innovator is under strain. Once hailed for its speed and scalability, the network is now facing a 5.9% monthly capital outflow, driven largely by memecoin-related scandals. User activity has plummeted to 9.5 million weekly active addresses in February, down from 15.6 million in late 2024. CryptoVizArt, a Glassnode analyst, attributes this to fading confidence in memecoin projects and rising concerns over security.   Solana (SOL) Might Be Dying, but Its Rival Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Won’t Slow Down A sharp decline in user activity and capital outflows has left Solana ($SOL ) grappling with growing skepticism. Data from Glassnode reveals a 40% drop in weekly active addresses since November 2024, coupled with a 29% price plunge over the past month. The collapse of high-profile memecoins like Libra, which erased $4 billion in investor funds after insiders drained $107 million in liquidity, has accelerated the erosion of trust. Meanwhile, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is capitalizing on this shift, drawing investors to its presale with a 600% profit guarantee at launch and predictions of a 100x surge in 2025.  Launched a few days ago, the presale has already raised over $1.1 million and gained more than 2,500 unique holders.  Solana’s Struggles Intensify   Solana’s reputation as a blockchain innovator is under strain. Once hailed for its speed and scalability, the network is now facing a 5.9% monthly capital outflow, driven largely by memecoin-related scandals. User activity has plummeted to 9.5 million weekly active addresses in February, down from 15.6 million in late 2024. CryptoVizArt, a Glassnode analyst, attributes this to fading confidence in memecoin projects and rising concerns over security.   The Libra token collapse exemplifies this crisis. Endorsed by Argentine President Javier Milei, the project’s dramatic rug pull triggered a 94% price crash within hours. This incident, alongside $7.7 million in capital migrating to Arbitrum and $6.9 million to Ethereum, signals a broader exodus. While some analysts argue this purge of bad actors could strengthen Solana long-term, short-term challenges are undeniable.   Mutuum Finance Gains Momentum As Solana falters, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is emerging as a magnet for disillusioned investors. The project has raised $1,143,097.25 in its ongoing presale phase two, attracting 2,420 holders at a current price of $0.015. Early participants are positioned for a guaranteed 550% return when the token launches at $0.06, and a 66x gain as analysts forecast a climb to $1 in 2025.   Mutuum Finance distinguishes itself through tangible utility. Its decentralized lending platform allows users to borrow against crypto assets without selling them, while lenders earn passive income through flexible interest rates. The upcoming launch of an overcollateralized stablecoin, backed by on-chain reserves, adds stability and utility, addressing common DeFi pain points.   Strategic Advantages Fuel Growth   Mutuum Finance’s presale structure incentivizes rapid participation. The first phase sold out within days, with phase two now underway. A $100,000 giveaway targeting early supporters further amplifies urgency, rewarding engagement across social channels.   The project’s buy-and-distribute mechanism creates sustained demand. A portion of platform fees will automatically purchase MUTM tokens from the market, redistributing them to stakers. This system ensures continuous buying pressure, supporting price stability and growth. With a beta platform launching alongside exchange listings, Mutuum Finance avoids the “vaporware” stigma plaguing many presale projects.   Solana’s current woes highlight the risks of hype-driven investments. In contrast, Mutuum Finance combines operational transparency with a clear roadmap. Its presale success reflects market appetite for projects prioritizing real-world utility over speculative trends.   The clock is ticking for investors seeking entry at discounted prices. As Solana works to rebuild trust, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is positioned to capture market share, offering a structured path to high returns. With the presale advancing swiftly, delaying action risks missing the 550% launch gain, and the potential for a 67x leap in 2025.   Act Now or Miss Out   Solana’$SOL struggles underscore the volatility of memecoin-driven ecosystems. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) represents a pivot toward sustainable DeFi solutions, merging lending innovation with investor incentives. The presale’s Phase 2 offers a rare chance to secure tokens before exchange listings and platform launches drive demand. Those who wait risk paying higher prices in later stages, or worse, watching from the sidelines as early adopters reap exponential gains. 

Bitcoin is operating in a nearly critical equilibrium zone. Usually subject to marked fluctuations, the asset has recorded historically low implied volatility in recent days, a situation that intrigues as much as it worries analysts. While markets wait for a strong signal, a well-known figure in the sector, Michael Saylor, suggests a new massive buying movement for his company Strategy. Is the bitcoin market on the brink of an explosive movement? As open interest in BTC futures declines and volatility reaches historical lows, some indicators suggest that a period of high activity could follow. For several days, the implied volatility of bitcoin has been in free fall. According to data from Glassnode, the volatility indicator realized over one week reached 23.42 %, a level rarely seen. “In four years, it has only been lower a few times: in October 2024 (22.88 %) and in November 2023 (21.35%)”, specifies the on-chain analysis. These levels remind us of those that, historically, preceded major price movements. Such a situation occurs in a context where bitcoin seems stuck in a narrow range, despite events that could potentially influence its price, such as the recent massive hack of Bybit . Yet, even after this attack, bitcoin finished its session in the same price zone where it has been trading for two weeks, highlighting an unusual inertia for the asset. If volatility indicators signal a period of calm, other elements might suggest an imminent resurgence of activity. The CEO of Strategy, Michael Saylor, shared on February 23, 2025, on platform X (formerly Twitter) a chart of the company’s bitcoin holdings, an action often associated with massive acquisitions in the past. “I don’t think it reflects everything I did last week,” he stated , suggesting that additional purchases might be underway. Meanwhile, a decline in open interest for bitcoin futures has been observed, dropping to its lowest level since February 9. Analyst Daan Crypto Trades specifies on February 22, 2025, on the social network X that “a decrease in open interest combined with a stable price can be a good reset, provided the spot market takes over.” In other words, if bitcoin is currently in an accumulation phase, a bullish movement could follow if sufficient buying pressure emerges. Data suggests that the market is in a waiting phase, but historical precedents show that such periods have often been followed by significant price movements. Glassnode reminds us that prolonged drops in implied volatility have, in the past, preceded “major volatility spikes”, even though the direction of the movement remains uncertain. If accumulation continues and institutional buying confirms, bitcoin could trend upward with a potential target around $100,000, as some observers anticipate. Conversely, if the market fails to find sufficient momentum, a correction could be on the agenda.

The giant Fidelity has published an optimistic report on the Lightning Network, a network that enables instant and nearly free bitcoin transactions. It is a secondary network anchored to the Bitcoin network that increases transaction throughput and payment privacy. The Lightning Network compensates for the slowness and sometimes high fees of “on-chain” transactions. In jargon, this is referred to as “Layer 1” and “Layer 2.” Layer 1 is the Bitcoin blockchain, while Layer 2 is the Lightning network. The Bitcoin network is designed to generate a transaction block every 10 minutes. Each block can weigh up to 4 MB, or about 3,000 transactions. This is little, but by design. It would have been very easy to increase the size of the blocks, but at the cost of decentralization. The possibility of increasing block size has long been debated and led in 2017 to the BCH (Bitcoin Cash) fork. It was unsuccessful as one BCH is now worth 0.3% of one BTC. The market deemed that a blockchain with unlimited block sizes would undermine decentralization. Decentralization relies on the existence of numerous nodes that form the backbone of the Bitcoin network. They validate transactions and ensure that the protocol is strictly followed, especially the limit of 21 million BTC. However, the number of nodes is directly proportional to their cost, which depends on the memory required to store the blockchain (currently 630 GB). Increasing block size would increase this cost and ruin the decentralization without which bitcoin would be worthless. Developers like Thaddeus Dryja thus proposed the Lightning Network where transactions take a fraction of a second for negligible fees. All of this without compromising the fundamental properties of Bitcoin (decentralization). Payment for a coffee with the Lightning Network: The Lightning Network was launched in 2017 to counter the proponents of large blocks who eventually created BCH via a hard fork. Since then, thousands of cryptocurrencies have been launched claiming to solve the “problem” of Bitcoin’s low transaction throughput. This is obviously not the case. Security was prioritized, and increased transaction throughput was obtained thanks to the Lightning Network. That said, its growth remains modest. The reason is that bitcoin is primarily perceived as a store of value. It is indeed preferable to spend your euros or dollars before your bitcoins. Not to mention the capital gains tax (which could soon disappear in the United States). Moreover, note that using the LN first requires performing an on-chain transaction to transfer bitcoins to a wallet specifically dedicated to the Lightning network (French Phoenix , Breez, Zeus, etc.). So there’s no need to hesitate to make significant top-ups to endure during times of high fees on the Bitcoin network. Once this initial transaction is made, transactions become instantaneous and nearly free. The Fidelity report states that fees average 0.02% for transactions between 100 and 1000 euros. It’s 0.24% for transactions between 1 and 10 euros. “Transactions exceeding a million satoshis (~ 1,000 €) cost between 0.39 $ and 1.27 $. This fee/transaction ratio is rare in the traditional sector”, it can be read. The transaction speed is also nothing like that of the Bitcoin network. Voltage’s figures indicate that payments of less than 1000 euros occur in less than a second. Data from Voltage shows an increase of nearly 200% in payment volumes between 2023 and 2024. That’s 2,400% since 2022. Encouraging, but payments via the LN remain a drop in the ocean of global transactions via Visa, Mastercard, etc. Notably, exchange platforms such as Coinbase and Kraken have implemented it to reduce withdrawal fees for bitcoins by their clients. The decentralized social network Nostr also uses the LN so its users can send tips in the form of “zaps.” They sent more than 3.6 million over the past six months according to the report. The growth of the LN could also come from banks that currently use the SWIFT network and multiple third parties that significantly slow down international transfers (clearing houses, correspondent banks, etc.). Not to mention the costs. The LN could become a technology for immediate and definitive international settlement between banks. Especially if bitcoin establishes itself as the international reserve currency… The report also highlights another interesting aspect of the Lightning Network: the “Taproot Assets” protocol. Taproot assets extend the functionality of LN beyond simple bitcoin transfers. It allows transferring any type of tokenized asset. For example, stablecoins, gold, or corporate bonds, etc. “Therefore, we anticipate continued growth of the Lightning Network, despite the perception of bitcoin as a store of value that discourages its spending”, concludes Fidelity. The Lightning Network has not finished astonishing. It will certainly take off when the capital gains tax is abolished everywhere in the world… Let’s conclude by stating that no cryptocurrency can claim to execute transactions cheaper than with the Lightning Network.

As we approach the end of February 2025, the cryptocurrency market is witnessing heightened activity , particularly around Bitcoin (BTC), Optimism (OP), and Sui (SUI). These digital assets are attracting significant attention due to impending token unlocks and notable price movements. This isn’t the first time Bitcoin has dominated discussions. As CNF previously reported , in late 2024, Sui broke new ground by integrating Bitcoin staking and expanding its ecosystem. Currently, Bitcoin is trading within a symmetrical triangle pattern, suggesting the potential for either a breakout or breakdown in the near future. Analysts have identified key support and resistance levels at $88,960 and $109,100, respectively. A decisive move beyond these levels could set the tone for Bitcoin’s price trajectory in the coming weeks. Notably, industry experts like Anthony Scaramucci predict that Bitcoin could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by increased institutional adoption and favorable regulatory developments. Sui Network is set for a substantial token unlock on March 1, 2025, with 64.19 million SUI tokens valued at approximately $270.3 million scheduled for release. This event will increase the circulating supply by 2.13%, making it a critical event for investors monitoring market dynamics and price stability. A recent CNF post revealed that Bitcoin and several altcoins have been trending across social media throughout February. The upcoming token unlocks for Optimism and Sui are pivotal events that could influence price action. Historically, large token releases have led to increased volatility, as markets adjust to the influx of new tokens. However, strong project fundamentals and positive market sentiment can mitigate potential negative effects. As always, investors should conduct thorough research and consider broader market trends before making investment decisions. At the time of writing, Sui (SUI) is trading at $3.26, reflecting a 3.86% decline in the past day but a 0.14% increase over the past week. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $95,379, maintaining market dominance despite recent fluctuations, with a 1.11% daily decrease and a 0.83% drop over the past week. Investors are closely monitoring these key events, as significant token releases in early March could drive further volatility and price action across the cryptocurrency landscape.

Solana launched Solana Smart Wallets, eliminating gas fees and private key risks. In collaboration with Crossmint and Squads Protocol, these wallets enhance security and user experience by removing transaction approval prompts. The integration also allows developers to integrate wallets with just ten lines of code, offering scalability to millions of users. Crossmint’s Solana Smart Wallets introduce an embedded wallet system designed for security and ease of use. Unlike traditional wallets, programmable smart contracts replace seed phrases, private keys, and gas fees. Developers can build applications without facing the usual challenges of crypto transactions. Unlike traditional embedded wallets, which typically just protect a wallet private key using social log-ins, smart wallets are a new generation of wallets built as programmable smart contracts. They unlock major UX and security improvements compared to standard wallets. — Crossmint (@crossmint) February 20, 2025 For enterprises, flexible custody structures allow multiple keys to control one wallet address. Users manage access through preferred non-custodial wallets like Phantom, while businesses integrate a server-side admin signer to automate transactions securely. Smart wallets streamline operations, delivering a faster and more efficient experience. Squads Protocol powers the system, securing over $10 billion in digital assets. Strong security measures support large-scale adoption, making the technology ideal for financial institutions, gaming platforms, and AI-driven applications. One of the biggest pain points in blockchain adoption has been gas fees and signing prompts, often discouraging new users. Solana’s gasless model removes that hurdle, making blockchain technology more appealing for everyday applications. AI-driven agents, gaming platforms, and financial services now have a smoother way to interact with users. They're perfect for: ~ AI Agent providers: Launch fleets of non-custodial agents, with wallets controlled by the agent and owner ~ Gaming & Social: Create app-scoped wallets, without scary gas or signing prompts, for everyday users ~ Financial applications: Protect your user’s… — Crossmint (@crossmint) February 20, 2025 For AI applications, businesses can launch non-custodial AI agents that control wallets on behalf of users. These AI-driven wallets function without human intervention, allowing for automated payments and digital asset management. In gaming and SocialFi, app-specific wallets eliminate the need for gas fees and manual approvals, allowing players to make in-game purchases seamlessly. This new model significantly reduces friction, opening doors for blockchain-based gaming to compete with traditional mobile and console platforms. Financial institutions have shown strong interest in integrating these wallets due to their security, scalability, and compliance-friendly architecture. By using programmable guardrails, fintech companies can offer non-custodial financial services without putting users at risk. They're perfect for: ~ AI Agent providers: Launch fleets of non-custodial agents, with wallets controlled by the agent and owner ~ Gaming & Social: Create app-scoped wallets, without scary gas or signing prompts, for everyday users ~ Financial applications: Protect your user’s… — Crossmint (@crossmint) February 20, 2025 One of the standout features is multi-party computation ( MPC ) and social logins, giving businesses flexibility in how they authenticate users. Unlike other wallets, there’s no vendor lock-in, allowing companies to switch providers without changing wallet addresses. This reduces dependency on a single infrastructure, making adoption more flexible and future-proof. Solana Smart Wallets also facilitate cross-chain transactions, allowing users to buy, sell, or trade assets across different networks without dealing with multiple wallets. This shift pushes blockchain closer to mainstream financial adoption, bridging the gap between traditional banking and digital assets.