The cryptocurrency market is increasingly focusing on Solana 
$148 (SOL) as promising scenarios unfold. With the demand for smart contracts rising and market dynamics at play, some analysts believe that SOL’s price could significantly increase by 2026. Currently trading around 198 dollars, SOL is capturing investors’ attention in light of its market capitalization and new developments.
VanEck’s Projections: Market Could Grow by 43%
Investment giant VanEck emphasizes the strong correlation between U.S. M2 money supply data and the cryptocurrency market. According to the firm’s analysis, M2 money supply is expected to reach 22.3 trillion dollars by the end of 2025, while the smart contract market could expand by 43%, reaching a value of 1.1 trillion dollars.
The report from VanEck predicts that the market capitalization of smart contract platforms, which stood at 989 billion dollars in 2021, will surpass this level by 2025. This forecast highlights the impact of M2 money supply growth rates on the cryptocurrency market. The firm states that the annual growth rate of 3.2% in M2 will strengthen market dynamics.
SEC Approves Spot Solana ETF
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the acceptance of the Spot Solana ETF application. This move has generated significant buzz as it represents one of the first instances for cryptocurrencies previously deemed “securities.”
Market commentators view the SEC’s action as a positive development. Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart noted that while the SEC had previously rejected similar applications, this acceptance marks a new era for the market. Eric Balchunas emphasized that this situation is an unprecedented development.
Currently, SOL’s market capitalization is around 96.5 billion dollars. With a market share of 15%, Solana is emerging as a key project that investors are closely monitoring. The rising popularity of smart contracts and expanding market regulations may present new opportunities for Solana.
