Tokenized gold trading volumes recently surged to record levels, reportedly 290% above previous highs amid U.S.-Iran tensions. Solana is positioned as a potential beneficiary due to its fast network, but on-chain metrics indicate significant sell pressure from long-term holders as the broader market faces bearish conditions.
Trading volumes for tokenized gold hit a new record, allegedly 290% above the prior high as geopolitical tensions persisted. The trend suggests tokenization could be a major winner from the CLARITY Act.
Analysts argue Solana’s fast network and robust infrastructure could capture a large share of this tokenization volume. Institutional interest has grown, supported by ETF inflows and the altcoin’s CLARITY bull thesis.
However, the broader cryptocurrency market is navigating a tough bear phase. Deeper price drawdowns remain possible for assets across the board.
On-chain data revealed a major spike in Coin Days Destroyed on March 5th as SOL tested the $90 resistance. This metric tracks the movement of long-dormant coins, signaling potential selling.
The spike coincided with increased exchange inflows over the past month. Rising inflows alone suggest selling pressure, a trend that began with a capitulation below $100 in late January.
Furthermore, the HODLer net position change metric turned negative recently. This shift indicates long-term holders have begun cashing out their SOL holdings after accumulating since December.
Taken together, these signals make a short-term price move past $100 unlikely. Instead, they suggest holders may use any upward momentum to take profits.
