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Solana Surges Ahead of Bitcoin, Could Mirror Ethereum’s Big Rally

05 September, 2025 11:16

September 5, 2025 – Solana (SOL) is making headlines once again after a sharp rally that has pushed it ahead of both Bitcoin and Ethereum in short-term performance. The cryptocurrency gained strong momentum since early August, rising 34% against Bitcoin and 14% against Ethereum, while retail sentiment touched its 11-week high.

Analysts say the surge is being driven by whale accumulation and growing confidence from institutional investors. Data shows large players are strategically buying SOL, giving the market a stronger outlook.

Institutional Support Fuels the Rally

Solana’s liquidity has improved sharply. The stablecoin supply on its network jumped from $10 billion to $12 billion in just weeks, strengthening its DeFi ecosystem. Reports also reveal that at least three Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) plan to invest $2.65 billion in SOL, signaling strong institutional backing.

Public companies like DeFi Development Corp. and Sharps Technology have also added Solana to their balance sheets. The launch of a futures-based Solana ETF earlier this summer has already boosted confidence, while upcoming spot ETF applications from VanEck and Fidelity could trigger even larger inflows if approved.

Solana vs. Ethereum: The Growing Rivalry

Solana is often compared to Ethereum because both dominate the smart contract ecosystem. Ethereum still leads in staking market size, Total Value Locked (TVL), and ecosystem maturity. However, Solana is gaining attention for its faster speeds, cheaper transactions, and developer-friendly upgrades.

Economically, Ethereum benefits from a lower inflation rate, but Solana’s network efficiency and upcoming Alpenglow update may unlock long-term growth potential.

What Lies Ahead for Solana

Experts remain positive but warn of short-term volatility. Crypto analyst Altcoin Sherpa noted that market corrections are still likely, even during bullish phases. Investors are closely watching the SEC’s spot ETF decisions in October, which could act as a major turning point for SOL.

With Bitcoin volatility pushing investors to alternative assets, Solana is well-positioned to capture new capital. The mix of institutional inflows, DeFi growth, ETF prospects, and network upgrades is turning Solana into one of the most closely followed projects in the crypto space.

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