Solana News Update: Institutions Rush to Solana’s Returns as Fintech Firms Struggle with Earning Profits
- SoFi Technologies, a fintech leader, reported $2.34B revenue in 2024 (up from 2021) but faces ongoing net losses (-$113.3M) amid expansion into AI ETFs and blockchain services. - Mono Protocol's $2.83M presale targets 1,011% returns, leveraging WalletConnect and Chainlink partnerships to compete in Web3 infrastructure. - Solana attracts 81% staked SOL (7% yield) and $417M ETF inflows, outpacing Ethereum in institutional adoption despite Ethereum's $12B real-world asset lead. - Regulatory uncertainty pers
The fintech and digital currency industries are experiencing a transformative moment as companies such as
SoFi, which began as a pioneer in student loan refinancing, has grown into a comprehensive financial services provider. Despite ongoing economic headwinds, the company has achieved significant revenue gains, with its top line more than doubling since 2021 to reach $2.34 billion in 2024. Nevertheless, achieving profitability is still underway, as net losses have decreased from $483.9 million in 2021 to $113.3 million in 2024. Experts anticipate SoFi’s revenue could climb to $5.34 billion by 2030, fueled by ventures into AI-driven ETFs, blockchain-powered cross-border payments, and a national banking license that could boost net interest earnings. Wall Street analysts remain cautious, setting an average price target of $25.53—lower than the current $15.40 per share—while a more optimistic outlook from a
Interest from large investors in blockchain networks is growing, with Solana becoming a favored platform for yield opportunities. Over 81% of all
The regulatory landscape remains unpredictable. T. Rowe Price Group, a traditional asset management firm, reported $1.77 trillion in assets under management for Q3 2025, showing steady expansion despite $7.9 billion in client withdrawals, according to
While there is optimism, challenges remain. Mono Protocol must set itself apart from rivals like Chainlink, and SoFi’s path to profitability depends on managing costs and keeping customers engaged. For digital assets, changes in regulation—such as ETF approvals or new restrictions—could lead to market swings. Institutions are also spreading their crypto investments, with some preferring diversified ETPs over single-asset positions to reduce risk.
Disclaimer: The content of this article solely reflects the author's opinion and does not represent the platform in any capacity. This article is not intended to serve as a reference for making investment decisions.
You may also like
Blockchain Betting's Legal Challenge: Is It Considered Gambling or a Derivative?
- NBA star Tristan Thompson advocates blockchain-based sports prediction markets, aligning with DeFi's potential to transform fan engagement. - Kalshi faces legal scrutiny as a federal judge questions whether its event contracts qualify as derivatives under U.S. commodity laws. - Blockchain startups like Ideosphere and Portage Biotech explore prediction markets for scientific funding, leveraging tokenized assets and staking revenues. - Regulatory ambiguity over derivatives vs. gambling risks stifling innov

From Spectator to Participant: How Prediction Markets Are Transforming the Way Fans Interact with Sports
- NBA star Tristan Thompson predicts prediction markets will boost sports viewership by integrating real-time betting into broadcasts. - FanDuel launches a standalone app with CME Group , offering sports and economic prediction contracts while addressing regulatory and consumer protection concerns. - Polymarket partners with UFC and NHL to introduce live prediction scoreboards, transforming passive viewing into interactive trading during events. - Growing industry adoption by Google, Yahoo Finance, and pla

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Pressure UC Through Funding
- A federal judge blocked Trump's plan to defund UC over antisemitism claims, citing First and Tenth Amendment violations. - The $1.2B funding demand and civil rights investigations were deemed coercive tactics to suppress "woke" academic views. - UC warned the financial threat would devastate its research programs, while critics called the strategy authoritarian. - The ruling preserves UC's funding but leaves unresolved tensions over government influence in higher education.

Ethereum News Today: Ethereum’s Unyielding Approach: Shutting the Door on Centralization
- Ethereum co-founders release "Trustless Manifesto" on blockchain to reinforce decentralization amid ecosystem centralization risks. - Document encoded in ownerless smart contract emphasizes self-custody, public verifiability, and rejecting convenience-driven centralization. - Warns against AWS outages and hosted RPCs creating single points of failure, citing 25% throughput loss on Coinbase's Base chain. - Critiques Paradigm's growing influence and institutional staking risks, proposing DVT to mitigate ce
