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A long-awaited Solana update has gone live. All optional priority fees paid by users will be sent to the validators running the blockchain. Solana’s median priority fee dropped 40% from the time period right before the new feature was activated, according to Solana Compass. However, it’s too early to tell whether that trend will hold. A more immediate consequence is that liquid staking tokens — which allow validators to pass along priority fee rewards, whereas regular Solana staking does not — just became the highest-yield show in town. Solana users can pay a priority fee on top of the network’s base fee to increase a transaction’s chances of making it to the blockchain. Under Solana’s initial architecture, half of these priority fees went to the validators who run Solana’s software, and half were burned, or effectively removed from circulation. In May 2024, validators voted to begin sending 100% of priority fees to validators. The justification was that the 50% burn was causing some validators to cut mutually beneficial side deals with traders. As SIMD-0096’s activation date approached, some developers began pointing out that Solana lacks an in-protocol way for validators to share priority fee rewards with stakers. This means that validators would get relatively richer at the expense of the stakers who delegate stake to them. A future proposal, SIMD-0123, could allow in-protocol priority fee sharing, but it won’t be activated for some time. Until then, one of the most effective ways for validators to share the extra yield with stakers is via liquid staking tokens, which are tokenized claims on a share of the yield generated by a pool of staked SOL. If validators transfer the extra SOL that they’re earning into stake pools, then the LST holders receive more yield. Solana LST provider Sanctum announced this morning it would be creating an LST for every validator on the network. That would bring Solana’s total number of LSTs to over 1,000 — a more than tenfold increase. Solana LSTs mostly saw their yields go up across the board today. Jupiter’s is 11.96%, up from 10.69% in the period prior, and most LSTs followed suit. LSTs may not be a perfect solution, though. For one, converting native stake into an LST could create a taxable event for SOL holders. Another critique stems from the fact that LST holders must trust that validators are passing the full yield along. “I absolutely hate ‘trust me bro’ situations,” Sol Strategies head of staking Max Kaplan wrote on X. “I believe the LST method is confusing, a bad UX, and opens the door for potential [rug pulls].” Jito (which operates the largest Solana LST) recently debuted TipRouter, which automatically doles out priority fees and can be verified onchain.

Arkham Intelligence reported on X that while major financial institutions like Fidelity, Grayscale, and Invesco are reducing their Bitcoin holdings, BlackRock has made a pretty substantial acquisition of $50 million worth of Bitcoin. The contrasting actions of these institutions could point to differing perspectives on Bitcoin’s future. Or, it could just mean that Fidelity, Grayscale, and Invesco are simply reallocating assets, securing profits, or adjusting their exposure to Bitcoin due to market volatility or internal strategies. BlackRock’s purchase, however, indicates a bullish outlook on Bitcoin, suggesting confidence in its long-term value. This acquisition aligns with previous reports of BlackRock increasing its Bitcoin assets. Notably, Arkham recently reported that BlackRock bought $1 billion worth of Bitcoin in a single week, bringing their holdings to 2.7% of the total Bitcoin supply. This could have serious market implications as BlackRock’s continued investment could signal to the market a strong institutional endorsement of Bitcoin, potentially influencing other investors and impacting Bitcoin’s price dynamics. In recent times, the world’s largest asset manager has considerably expanded its involvement in the cryptocurrency space, particularly with Bitcoin. In January 2024, BlackRock introduced the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Within 11 months, IBIT amassed over $50 billion in assets, marking one of the most successful ETF launches ever. The ETF’s rapid growth reflects strong institutional and retail investor demand for regulated Bitcoin exposure. Case in point, Goldman Sachs significantly increased its holdings in IBIT, reaching $1.27 billion by the end of 2024. Building on its US success, it was also reported earlier this month that BlackRock is preparing to launch a Bitcoin exchange-traded product (ETP) in Europe, likely domiciled in Switzerland. This move aims to cater to the growing demand for cryptocurrency investments among European investors. There’s no denying that BlackRock’s active participation and endorsement have played a key part in legitimizing Bitcoin within traditional finance. The success of IBIT and the firm’s strategic insights have contributed to increased mainstream acceptance and investment in Bitcoin. As such, while other major financial establishments are divesting from Bitcoin, BlackRock’s substantial and ongoing investments underscore its confidence in the cryptocurrency’s future prospects. Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for informational and educational purposes only. The article does not constitute financial advice or advice of any kind. Coin Edition is not responsible for any losses incurred as a result of the utilization of content, products, or services mentioned. Readers are advised to exercise caution before taking any action related to the company.

Cardano (ADA) is becoming all the rage with its social media presence seeing a serious spike, leaving Ethereum and Dogecoin in the dust. Crypto guru Dan Gambardello pointed out on X that ADA has become a hot topic in crypto discussions, showing growing optimism in its potential. Sure, Bitcoin still runs the show in the conversation department, but Cardano’s rising volume suggests that more attention is being paid to its progress and price action. A big news for Cardano has been its collaboration with Microsoft. Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, had recently teased a high-profile meeting with a mystery guest later this month. This could be a huge deal for the blockchain as it explores new partnerships that could supercharge its network. Related: Cardano (ADA) Price Drop May Be Over: Analyst Sees an Imminent Rebound based on TD Sequential Indicator Additionally, Grayscale has filed for a Cardano ETF, its first product solely focused on ADA. This move is right in line with the broader trend of traditional financial institutions recognizing the value of digital assets. If it gets the green light, the ETF could provide institutional investors with a new way to invest in Cardano, ramping up demand and boosting the price. Going through the charts, Dan Gambardello noted that Cardano’s price action is similar to previous cycles. He notes that Cardano is currently experiencing a consolidation phase between key moving averages, similar to patterns seen in previous bull markets. The 20-day and 50-week moving averages provide critical support levels, with ADA hanging around 70 cents. The key Fibonacci levels between 63 and 57 cents are under the microscope, as they represent crucial price zones that could determine ADA’s next move. Related: Cardano (ADA) Dips, But Analysts Eye Major Price Surge Additionally, looking at ADA’s short-term price action, analysts are eyeing the 50-week moving average, which aligns with the Fibonacci level of around 58 cents. However, ADA may face short-term volatility, potentially testing lower support levels before a breakout. Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for informational and educational purposes only. The article does not constitute financial advice or advice of any kind. Coin Edition is not responsible for any losses incurred as a result of the utilization of content, products, or services mentioned. Readers are advised to exercise caution before taking any action related to the company.

Co-founder of Omni Foundation Austin King believes tokenization will reshape global finance—but not in the way many expect. After meeting with over 40 traditional finance leaders, King came away thinking that while tokenization is inevitable, its adoption will not happen overnight. Instead, it will progress gradually, beginning with assets that are easier to digitize. He expects tokenization will likely follow a structured, institution-led path rather than a fully decentralized model. “This is going to reshape the entire industry—but it won’t happen the way people are expecting,” King said , sharing the BlackRock CEO’s interview on X. King argues that one of the biggest misconceptions is that tokenization is still brand new. According to him, over $200 billion in assets have already been tokenized on-chain, primarily through stablecoins, which function as tokenized fiat currencies. Related: Ethereum Dominates RWA Tokenization with $5.8 Billion in Assets, Leaving Competitors Behind Going beyond stablecoins, treasury bills are another emerging category. King noted that $1 billion worth of treasury bills is already on-chain. These assets are particularly valuable because of their stability and yield generation. This makes them essential for decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi) applications. “In DeFi, protocols usually require USDC as margin. In TradFi, exchanges usually require treasury bills as margin,” King explained . Meanwhile, King emphasized that tokenization’s expansion depends on regulation and complexity. Corporate bonds and stocks face strict regulations, which will slow things down for adoption. Additionally, assets with features like yields and dividends require advanced blockchain solutions, making tokenization more challenging. He sees short-term corporate bonds as the next major asset class for tokenization due to their predictable yield and standardized issuance. With the global bond market valued at $130 trillion, even a small fraction being tokenized could drive massive growth in DeFi. “The global bond market is worth $130 trillion. If we tokenize even a fraction of that, DeFi could experience 1,300x growth,” King said. In the interview shared by King, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink reaffirmed his belief that the tokenization of financial assets will redefine global markets. Fink emphasized that tokenization could eliminate inefficiencies in stock and bond settlements, improve security, and enhance investment customization. Related: Investors Lie in Wait as Stablecoins Circulating Supply Surge Over $16B in 2025 “We believe the next step going forward will be the tokenization of financial assets,” Fink said. “Every stock, every bond will have its own CUSIP, and it’ll be on one general ledger.” He added that investors would have unique digital identifiers, reducing fraud and enabling instantaneous settlement of transactions. Fink, who leads the world’s largest asset manager, sees tokenization as a technological breakthrough that could lower costs and increase transparency in traditional finance. Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for informational and educational purposes only. The article does not constitute financial advice or advice of any kind. Coin Edition is not responsible for any losses incurred as a result of the utilization of content, products, or services mentioned. Readers are advised to exercise caution before taking any action related to the company.

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