Crypto Markets: Solana Takes the Lead

(November 11 Edition)

Total Market Cap: $3.53T
24h Volume: $183.48B

BTC: $104,839
ETH: $3,548
SOL: $164
XRP: $2.44

BTC Dominance: ~59.3%

This week, Solana stole the spotlight again. It’s leading in daily trading volume and showing real user activity that’s hard to ignore. Transactions are lightning fast, fees stay low, and developers keep rolling out new tools and apps. It’s the kind of steady progress that builds trust in a space often known for short bursts of attention.

While Bitcoin and Ethereum hold their ground, Solana is reminding everyone that innovation and usability still matter. The energy around it feels less like hype and more like the start of something durable. It’s starting to feel like Solana’s entering its Super Saiyan phase. Focused, faster than ever, and nearly unstoppable.

Games built on blockchain are starting to feel less like experiments and more like real entertainment. These new titles let players actually own their in game items, characters, weapons, or land through NFTs, which they can sell or trade freely. Big studios are moving in, striking partnerships that aim to blend Web3 innovation seamlessly into mainstream gaming experiences. It’s early, but the idea is simple: gamers spend hours building value inside these worlds, so why shouldn’t they be able to take some of that value with them?

Gala is building an entire gaming ecosystem powered by its own blockchain, giving players real ownership of the items and tokens they earn. Through partnerships with studios like Shrapnel and Emerge Group, Gala is pushing Web3 gaming closer to the mainstream, where games feel familiar but the rewards truly belong to the players.

Artificial intelligence and blockchain used to live in different corners of tech. Now, they’re starting to blend. Developers are using crypto networks to store and verify AI data, making it transparent instead of controlled by one company. At the same time, AI is helping crypto traders spot patterns and automate decisions.

It’s a collision of two powerful trends and it could lead to smarter systems that anyone can access, not just tech giants. Just like Pokémon evolving into stronger forms, AI and blockchain are leveling up together, unlocking new abilities with every step.

The crypto market has been calm this week, with prices holding steady and no major swings up or down. But behind the scenes, activity is starting to pick up again. More trading, more building, and more attention are quietly returning to the space. Bitcoin and Ethereum have stayed stable, while newer networks are seeing fresh interest from developers and users. It feels like the market is taking a breather, finding its footing after a busy few months. There’s a quiet sense of confidence growing, like everyone’s waiting for the next chapter to begin.

The idea of a new $2,000 stimulus check in the U.S. has investors paying attention. In past years, when government money hit people’s accounts, some of it ended up in crypto and markets saw short bursts of growth. The same could happen again if this plan moves forward. Whether or not the check passes, it shows how closely traditional economics and crypto are now linked. When new money enters the system, digital assets tend to feel the ripple first.

Monad is a new blockchain designed to make crypto faster and cheaper for everyone. Think of it like an upgraded version of Ethereum that can handle thousands of transactions each second without slowing down. Developers can move their apps to Monad easily, which could attract a lot of new projects once it launches.

What’s getting everyone’s attention right now is the upcoming MON token drop, a kind of early reward for people who joined the community or tested the network. This could be one of the biggest drops of the year, and if Monad delivers on its promises, it may ignite a fresh wave of excitement and investment across the crypto space.

As crypto continues to grow, so do the risks that come with it. Scams, fake websites, and too good to be true offers are becoming part of the landscape. The best protection isn’t fear, it’s awareness. Double check every link, use wallets you trust, and never share your private information. Just like learning to manage your money online, crypto takes a bit of caution and common sense. The difference is that here, you’re fully in control. That’s what makes this space powerful, but also what makes staying alert so important.

Before we end, Happy Birthday to my brother MB, nothing but love. 🎁