2026-01-11 03:22:00

SOL is currently trading around $136. This price level, when compared to past trends, shows that $100 indeed constitutes the core holding cost zone for many institutions. The recent upward push in the price is mainly driven by several factors: first, the anticipation of spot ETF approval is still fermenting; second, on-chain ecosystem data is indeed improving—RWA sector enthusiasm remains high, stablecoin inflows are increasing, and DeFi lock-up positions are slowly recovering. All these factors have attracted significant institutional funds.

From a technical perspective, the medium-term moving averages are clearly in a bullish alignment, and the RSI indicator has not yet entered the overbought zone, indicating that there is still room for a short-term rebound. Resistance levels to watch are around $143-$150. However, don’t get too optimistic, as there are also many risks—if regulatory policies tighten, competition among Ethereum Layer 2 solutions intensifies, or macro sentiment suddenly cools, SOL could face a pullback. If it indeed drops toward $100, that could be an opportunity to accumulate in stages, but stop-loss should be set at $95 to guard against black swan events.

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RumbleValidator

· 5h ago

The $100 line is really a watershed; institutions have already calculated their accounts—verification efficiency and node stability are what truly determine SOL's fate. Looking only at price fluctuations is meaningless. The influx of RWA is indeed restoring network credibility, I admit that, but with Layer2 actions so frequent, could there be underlying pressures on the consensus mechanism? Data credibility needs to be clear. I agree with the $95 stop-loss level, but the question is—if it really drops to that point, will retail investors dare to take the plunge? Operational costs are right there.

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AirdropHunterXM

· 7h ago

$100 is really the institutional cost line, no wonder this wave is pushing so aggressively. Can SOL reach 150 this time? It feels a bit uncertain. I'm optimistic about RWA and DeFi data warming up, but the ETF expectations have been overhyped for too long. If it really drops back to 100, I need to think about whether to go all in or keep observing... Regulatory tightening makes everything pointless; it's better to preserve the principal first. Setting the stop-loss at $95 was a good move; no one can prevent black swan events. I'm satisfied if this round can reach 150; no need to be greedy.

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PessimisticLayer

· 20h ago

At this price level of 136, the institutions will be laughing to death. They've already been lurking at 100. It's just ETF and ecosystem data, just listen and don't take it seriously. Can the 150 level be broken? I think it's uncertain. I'll consider buying in again if it drops to 100. Chasing high now just makes you the bagholder.

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WhaleWatcher

· 01-11 03:49

$100 is just pocket change for institutions; now at $136, it’s not really meaningful anymore. This time, it all depends on whether the ETF can pass approval smoothly. No matter how good the technicals look, you need a catalyst. Honestly, I don’t believe the 150 resistance will be broken; I’m actually more worried about the Layer 2 whales. If it really drops to $100, I’ll start buying in batches, but I must set a stop-loss at $95; otherwise, a black swan could wipe me out. RWA and DeFi data look good, but the market cares more about expectations than actual results. When regulation tightens, it’s immediate reckoning. That’s just how the crypto world operates these days.

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SchrodingersFOMO

· 01-11 03:45

136 can still be invested in, but I'm more concerned about whether the 100-dollar level can hold --- ETF expectations have been hyped for so long, but even if approved, it might not be as strong as imagined --- The heat around RWA is indeed there, but how long can this last? --- Setting a stop loss at 95? Why not just go all in? After all, it's all gambling --- Is the institution's cost at 100 dollars reliable? Is there data to support this? --- Layer 2 competition is indeed a concern, and the trend of Solana being eroded is gradually becoming apparent --- There is still room for a short-term rebound, but I feel like 150 is the ceiling --- Both are about gradual deployment and preventing black swan events; frankly, no one knows what will happen --- Why are we talking about RWA again? This track is more hype than substance --- The moment macro turns cold has truly arrived, how low can SOL go?

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AirdropHunterXiao

· 01-11 03:44

The institutional cost range of $100 is indeed the baseline. There's still room for imagination at this price of 136. --- The ETF expectations are still fermenting this wave. Come on, if it was truly approved, it would have already surged. --- RWA, stablecoins, DeFi—these three consecutive releases sound exciting, but the coin price remains the same? --- I see 143-150 as uncertain. A macro shift could directly push it down to 100. That will be the real buying opportunity. --- Stop-loss at $95? Are you joking? Black swans will follow their own plan. --- Actually, whether the institutions' $100 wall is strong or not, we'll find out the next time it drops.

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FOMOSapien

· 01-11 03:28

$136 is still bothering me, I should have gotten in earlier --- RWA is really picking up now, it feels like institutions can't sit still anymore --- Stop loss at $95? I think it needs to be more aggressive --- ETF expectations are the most虚, don't get caught off guard --- DeFi staking is gradually recovering, that's a good sign --- Can it break through $150? It feels a bit悬 --- If $100 really comes, I’ll buy aggressively to lower the average cost --- Regulation will end everything, the risk is too high --- SOL ecosystem data looks good, but the price has overreacted --- The $143 resistance zone feels a bit fragile, a strong push might break it

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BuyTheTop

· 01-11 03:25

Is $100 really the bottom line for institutions? I feel like it's about to break again --- ETF expectations have been hyped for so long, how much can it really rise if approved... --- DeFi locking slowly recovers? It's still dying, stop giving yourself false hope --- 143-150 really can't be broken, and then the analysts will say "adjustments are normal" --- $95 to prevent black swan? That's just a psychological price point; if it drops there, it'll be liquidated long ago --- RWA is so popular right now, but I haven't seen many real projects... --- This wave of SOL is just institutions taking over; retail investors, get ready for a tough ride

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