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From Highs To Lows: Solana’s Price Journey – Can It Recover From FOMO Fumble?

Christian Encila
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1 year ago
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In a twist of fate, SOL, the native token of Solana, navigates through a period of volatility after a robust bullish run that spanned from September to December 2023. The once-surging token has encountered a steady decline over the past three weeks, leaving investors on the edge.

Solana Meteoric Rise Falters Amid Corrections

Initially hailed for its remarkable performance, SOL skyrocketed by an astonishing 500% since October 2023, with December alone contributing a remarkable 105% gain. The surge was largely attributed to the fear of missing out (FOMO) surrounding Solana’s SPL token airdrops, where tokens such as Jito (JTO), BONK, and Dogwifhat (WIF) played a significant role.

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However, the currents have turned since the dawn of the new year. Recent weeks have witnessed a correction in SOL’s value, shaking investor confidence. Excessive optimism regarding airdrop expectations and delayed launches have contributed to this correction, as the boost to decentralized applications (dapps) proved short-lived.

Solana currently trading at $88.4036 on the daily chart: TradingView.com

The decline in SOL’s value has been evident, with the coin rarely surpassing the $107 mark in recent times. On January 19th, SOL faced a 9% decline, plunging to a low of $95. Analysts have observed a consistent rejection from the $100 level, further fueling investor caution.

At the time of writing, SOL was trading at $89.72, down 2.4% and 6.7%, respectively, in the last 24 hours and seven days, data from Coingecko shows.

Source: Defillama

SOL Faces Price Dip Amidst Growth

While SOL’s token price experiences a downward trend, there are positive signs of growth in other aspects. Solana’s total value locked (TVL) in SOL tokens reached an all-time high of 15.4 million on December 19th, 2023, indicating a substantial 60% growth compared to the previous month.

Furthermore, Solana has demonstrated an increase in network activity, particularly in transactions and volumes. Despite a slight decline in transactions and active dapp users over the past week, Solana’s dapps volume reached an impressive $594 million, with a staggering 72.3 million transactions.

Technical analysis paints a mixed picture for SOL’s future. While the token remains above its 50-day and 200-day exponential moving averages, suggesting a bullish sentiment, recent price action raises concerns of a potential reversal.

SOL’s relative strength index (RSI), on the other hand, sits at 43.70, indicating a bearish market, while the moving average convergence and divergence (MACD) stands at 55.50, pointing towards an upward trend.

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Initially, analysts were optimistic, predicting a continued bullish run for SOL in 2024, with price projections ranging from $250 to $300. However, the general price dip observed since the beginning of the year, coupled with increased selling pressure, has shifted control towards the bears.

$SOL

Top is in.

Will trade under $60 in 2024. pic.twitter.com/AHH7I8KZug

— Toni Ghinea (@ToniGhinea) January 19, 2024

A struggle between bulls and bears has ensnared investors. A lot of people are just going to sit tight and see what happens because of the resistance levels and the cautious market mentality.

It is worth mentioning that expert Toni Ghinea has predicted a possible decline to $60 by the end of 2024, which might intensify the negative sentiment around the SOL market.

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Christian Encila
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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that's not just a metaphor, it's a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.

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Christian's journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).

Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling - right up his alley!

So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he's one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).

Think Christian's all work and no play? Not a chance! When he's not at his computer, you'll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.

Speaking of chill, Christian's got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.

Here's the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day - and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.

Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors - and bosses - he deeply respects.

So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.

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