Bitwise says Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana eye new highs as ETF demand soars by 2026

Ethereum is currently experiencing significant selling pressure, with its price dropping to $2,933 after a 9% decline in just eight hours. This downturn has led to the liquidation of over $670 million in long positions, reflecting a broader market struggle characterized by fear and uncertainty. Analysts are increasingly predicting a prolonged bear market extending into 2026, as Ethereum remains below critical structural levels.

Synthetix has made its return to the Ethereum mainnet after a three-year absence, as announced by founder Kain Warwick. This move is expected to enhance the performance of the platform, which is now faster than ever.

Solana has established itself as a significant player in the blockchain space, transcending its technical capabilities to become a foundational layer for economic infrastructure, facilitating a wide range of decentralized applications and real-time on-chain activities. This shift positions Solana as a fully functioning economy, as highlighted by crypto analyst Vibhu.

The U.S. Federal Reserve has revised its guidance on how banks can engage with cryptocurrency, allowing for greater participation in digital asset trading. This change reverses previous restrictions that limited the activities of uninsured state-chartered banks, enabling them to access core payment systems and Federal Reserve membership.

Altcoins experienced a significant decline as Bitcoin's attempt to test the $85,000 mark resulted in $550 million in liquidations, with Solana dropping below $120, marking its lowest price since April. Other cryptocurrencies like SUI, DOGE, and ADA also faced sharp declines during this period.

Solana's SOL token has been underperforming compared to other altcoins, with a notable decline in on-chain activity, fees, and decentralized application (DApp) revenues. This downturn raises questions about the sustainability of Solana's market position and whether its peak performance has passed.

Bitcoin's price has plunged to approximately $84,500 following a series of aggressive sell-offs, raising concerns about its stability and potential further declines. This significant drop comes amid a broader bearish sentiment in the cryptocurrency market, with analysts warning of a possible retest of the $70,000 support level.

Bitcoin's price has struggled to maintain stability, recently floundering below $90,000 despite a cooling inflation rate and rising stock markets. The cryptocurrency ended the week under $89,000, losing gains due to liquidity concerns and market volatility, particularly influenced by the Bank of Japan's interest rate decisions.