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Solana network activity surges despite price drop to $83 amid geopolitical tensions

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 18, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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Solana’s price has fallen from $293 to $87 even as its network posts record activity. Current odds for Solana hitting $150 by April 30 remain undefined on Polymarket, though the gap between network metrics and price has drawn attention.

Two US banks now settle USDC via Visa on Solana. Transaction volume hit a record 10.1 billion in Q1, and stablecoin supply surged 167% year-over-year to $14.6 billion. The SEC/CFTC confirmed Solana’s commodity status, and 425 million SOL are staked at two-year highs. April 30 odds are undefined, reflecting market uncertainty about whether these fundamentals translate into price movement.

Middle East tensions, particularly US-Iran conflicts, have added to Solana’s price volatility in the short term. Risk-off sentiment across crypto pushed Solana from $88 to below $83. These geopolitical pressures may delay any price recovery tied to network fundamentals.

The gap between network growth and price points to a possible mispricing. Buying YES at 22¢ for a $150 target by April 30 offers a 4.5x return if bullish network factors translate into price action.

Watch for announcements from Solana Labs or the Solana Foundation on technical upgrades or new partnerships, which could shift market sentiment.

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